45 E 78th Street, Manhattan, NY 10075
Local realty services provided by:CENTURY 21 Awaye Realty
45 E 78th Street,Manhattan, NY 10075
$35,000,000
- 9 Beds
- 9 Baths
- 17,600 sq. ft.
- Single family
- Active
Listed by: adam d modlin, andrew nierenberg
Office: modlin group llc.
MLS#:RLS20092493
Source:NY_REBNY
Price summary
- Price:$35,000,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$1,988.64
About this home
An unparalleled opportunity to acquire one of the Upper East Side's most storied and architecturally distinguished mansions, 45 East 78th Street is a landmarked townhouse of rare provenance, grand scale, and timeless elegance. For decades home to the celebrated Mnuchin Gallery, 45 East 78th Street now can present itself again as a private residence or commercial art gallery of the highest order.
Six magnificent stories with private elevator service throughout, this 33’ 4” wide mansion offers approximately 17,600 square feet of extraordinary volume across meticulously proportioned floors. Every detail speaks to a grandeur that is increasingly impossible to find in New York City.
Guests enter on the first floor into a beautiful and gracious entry gallery — a statement of arrival that immediately sets the tone. Adjacent to the double-door entry is what can be an elegant entertaining or dining gallery, perfect for large-scale receptions or intimate dinners. The kitchen on this level connects seamlessly to the floors above via a private staircase, which can facilitate entertaining.
The parlor floor is the social heart of this residence. Here, a dramatic circular staircase — a sculptural centerpiece — anchors a floor of sweeping, light-filled spaces. Two large formal entertaining spaces command each end of the property, each with fireplaces. These rooms, with their soaring ceilings and landmarked architectural detailing, are simply irreplaceable in today's market.
The entire third and fourth floors present well-proportioned rooms, offering flexibility for your desired use. Throughout the home, four full bathrooms and five powder rooms serve each floor with ease and discretion.
The crown of this exceptional residence is a 1,335-square-foot private rooftop terrace — a sky-high sanctuary above the Upper East Side roofline with direct elevator access. This floor is equipped with a full guest suite including a bedroom, kitchenette and full bathroom.
The garden level offers tall ceilings and oversized windows overlooking a north-facing courtyard.
The mansion dates to the early 1900s and, as a designated landmark, has retained its grand yet domestic character. Situated on East 78th Street between Madison and Park Avenues, the address places residents moments from Central Park, world-class museums, and the finest restaurants and boutiques the Upper East Side has to offer. A property of this caliber comes to market once in a lifetime....
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Home facts
- Year built:1913
- Subdivision & Development:Upper East Side
- Listing ID #:RLS20092493
- Added:116 day(s) ago
- Updated:September 14, 2026 at 11:13 AM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:9
- Total bathrooms:9
- Full bathrooms:4
- Half bathrooms:5
- Rooms Total:18
- Living area:17,600 sq. ft.
Structure and exterior
- Year built:1913
- Building area:17,600 sq. ft.
- Exterior Features:Rooftop
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$35,000,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$1,988.64
- Tax amount:$385,900
This information is not verified for authenticity or accuracy and is not guaranteed and may not reflect all real estate activity in the market. © 2026 The Real Estate Board of New York, Inc., All rights reserved. RLS Data display by Coldwell Banker Warburg This advertisement does not suggest that the broker has a listing in this property or properties or that any property is currently available. NY_REBNY Member Broker: Arlene WayeNew listings near 45 E 78th Street
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