Townhouse for rent

Pet friendly

Listed 2 Days Ago

245 E 78th St
245 E 78th St, New York, NY 10075, USA

Monthly rent	$11,000
Beds	2
Baths	2
Sqft	959

Monthly rent	$11,000
Beds	2
Baths	2
Sqft	959

Listed 2 Days Ago

Highlights

Pet Friendly

Fitness center
Large closets
Walk-in closet
In-unit washer and vented dryer
Landscaped roof terrace
Open living/dining area

Location

245 E 78th St, New York, NY 10075, USA|Upper East Side

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Contact

RSL 444 East 81st LLC

(212) 390-1800

Property Overview

Located in a desirable area, the property offers a blend of spacious living and modern amenities, appealing to urban dwellers seeking comfort and convenience. Its proximity to essential services, transportation options, and recreational areas makes it an attractive option for those looking to enjoy the vibrancy of city life. Notable features include stylish interiors with high-end finishes that enhance its overall appeal.

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Community

Cats OK

Dogs OK

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Policies and fees

Applicants

One-time.

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Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

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245 E 78th St, New York, NY 10075, USA

Every room in this thoughtfully designed 2-bedroom, 2-bath home looks out over quiet, tree-lined 78th Street through oversized, south-facing casement windows, offering consistent natural light and charming townhouse views. The open living/dining area flows from a generous entry foyer to a sleek PoggenPohl kitchen with Caesarstone countertops, Liebherr and Bosch appliances, and a vented range hood. The king-size primary suite features a wall of windows, two large closets (including a walk-in), and a spacious en-suite bath with a custom marble mosaic floor and walnut vanity. The second bedroom also enjoys southern light and its own full bath with a Waterworks cast iron tub. In-unit washer and vented dryer. 245 East 78th Street is a boutique, owner-managed building that was fully rebuilt in 2018 behind its restored prewar façade. Modern systems include multi-zone heating and cooling, vented laundry, and custom windows. Building amenities include a full-time doorman, landscaped roof terrace, fitness center with adjoining courtyard, package room, bike room, and private storage. Pets welcome.

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Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools: The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.2 mile away

Address details

Neighborhood	Upper East Side
Zip code	10075
Type	House for rent

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Rent trends in Upper East Side

2-bedroom apartments at 245 E 78th St cost about 59% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in New York.

Median rents as of Aug 29 2026.

Upper East Side

New York

A table of 2-bedroom apartment rental data trends in New York
Month	Median Rent
September 2024	$5,393
October 2024	$5,594
November 2024	$5,467
December 2024	$5,162
January 2025	$5,322
February 2025	$5,498
March 2025	$5,620
April 2025	$5,896
May 2025	$5,539
June 2025	$5,537
July 2025	$5,073
August 2025	$5,248
September 2025	$5,375
October 2025	$5,195
November 2025	$5,090
December 2025	$5,073
January 2026	$5,081
February 2026	$5,126
March 2026	$5,312
April 2026	$5,471
May 2026	$5,498
June 2026	$5,586
July 2026	$5,411
August 2026	$5,414

A table of 2-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Upper East Side
Month	Median Rent
September 2024	$6,170
October 2024	$6,267
November 2024	$6,447
December 2024	$6,500
January 2025	$6,523
February 2025	$6,685
March 2025	$6,654
April 2025	$6,680
May 2025	$6,648
June 2025	$6,593
July 2025	$5,673
August 2025	$5,919
September 2025	$5,803
October 2025	$5,975
November 2025	$5,880
December 2025	$5,922
January 2026	$6,385
February 2026	$6,312
March 2026	$6,091
April 2026	$6,147
May 2026	$6,401
June 2026	$6,526
July 2026	$6,651
August 2026	$6,818

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Rent history

Check out the past listing prices for monthly rent at 245 E 78th St, New York, NY.
			Bath
6 months ago	$24,500	3 bed	3 bath
11 months ago	$10,000	2 bed	2 bath
1 year ago	$9,500	2 bed	2 bath
7 years ago	$2,000	Studio	1 bath
10 years ago	$2,250	Studio	1 bath
10 years ago	$2,450	Studio	1 bath
11 years ago	$2,600	2 bed	1 bath

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Neighborhood

Upper East Side | New York, NY

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE

Lively and energetic

You’ll be in the heart of the action in this bustling and vibrant area with plenty of shopping, nightlife, and culture.

Getting around New York near 245 E 78th St

Walking

10/10

No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

3/10

Roads are accessible, but parking may be a challenge.

Cycling

8/10

Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

10/10

Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.

Points of interest for 245 E 78th St, New York

Groceries

10/10

Exceptional variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

10/10

Exceptional variety of shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

10/10

Exceptional variety of cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

10/10

Exceptional variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

10/10

At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

10/10

At least one high school within a 5-minute walk

Parks

10/10

Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk

Nightlife

10/10

Exceptional variety of bars right within a few minutes’ walk

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Days on market: 190

DUPLEX PENTHOUSE PHD WITH SUN-FILLED HOME OFFICE + 925 sf PRIVATE TERRACE – AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY Every room in this thoughtfully designed duplex 3-bedroom, 3-bath penthouse (configurable as 4 bedrooms) enjoys abundant natural light through oversized, double-glazed casement windows. The apartment features 9’6” ceilings on the main level and 11’ ceilings upstairs, with solid white oak floors throughout. The generous entry foyer opens to a 25-foot living/dining room. The separate galley PoggenPohl kitchen includes Caesarstone countertops, Liebherr and Bosch appliances, and a vented range hood. The tranquil, corner primary bedroom has three large windows, easily fits a king-size bed, and includes a spacious walk-in closet. The en-suite windowed bath features a custom marble mosaic floor, glass-enclosed shower, a double walnut vanity, mirrored medicine cabinets and built-in storage. The two secondary bedrooms are generously sized, share a full bath with marble floors and a Waterworks cast iron tub, and can be closed off from the main living space via solid wood pocket doors for privacy. Upstairs, an expansive home office – open to the staircase and surrounded by windows – includes a full 3-piece bath and opens directly via a full wall of floor-to-ceiling casement doors to a 925 sf private terrace equipped with electric and water. Ideal as a dedicated work-from-home office with seamless indoor-outdoor flow and an airy feel, it can easily convert to a fourth bedroom, family room, library or guest suite. In-unit washer and vented dryer. 245 East 78th Street is a boutique, owner-managed building fully rebuilt in 2018 behind its restored prewar façade. Modern systems include multi-zone heating and cooling, vented laundry, and custom windows. Building amenities include a full-time doorman, landscaped roof terrace, fitness center with adjoining courtyard, package room, bike room, and private storage. Pets welcome.