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Investment Highlights

  • Newly Renovated Commercial Townhouse
  • Double Height Lobby
  • Full Width Elevator

Executive Summary

Introducing 26 East 78th Street, a newly gut-renovated commercial townhouse perfectly suited for gallery or showroom use. This exceptional renovation features a restored facade, a striking 20-foot double-height lobby, a new staircase, full-width glass elevator, and roof monitors that flood the space with natural light. Ideally located on 78th Street between Fifth and Madison Avenues, the property sits in one of the Upper East Side’s most prestigious corridors, offering exceptional visibility in a prime destination for art, fashion, and luxury retail. Please inquire for further details.

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Annual $99,999
Annual Per SF $9.99

Property Facts

Sale Type
Owner User
Property Type
Office
Property Subtype
Office/Residential
Building Size
6,648 SF
Building Class
B
Year Built
2023
Tenancy
Single
Building Height
5 Stories
Typical Floor Size
1,173 SF
Building FAR
5.54
Lot Size
0.03 AC
Zoning
C5-1 - Central commercial district with continuous retail frontage intended for offices and retail establishments that serve the entire metropolitan region

Space Availability

  • Space
  • Size
  • Space Use
  • Build-Out
  • Available
  • Lower Level
  • 1,108 SF
  • Office/Retail
  • Full Build-Out
  • Now

This Single Tenant Building is nestled between Fifth and Madison Avenues on one of the Upper East Side’s most prestigious townhouse blocks, 26 E 78th Street presents a rare opportunity for a single tenant to occupy a fully revitalized commercial townhouse designed for gallery, nonprofit, or foundation use. Blending historic architectural provenance with modern spatial performance, the property delivers a level of sophistication fully aligned with its proximity to Museum Mile and the cultural institutions that define this corridor. Visitors are welcomed into a dramatic entry characterized by a soaring twenty-foot, double-height lobby, creating a museum-quality sense of arrival. Light, scale, and vertical movement are core components of the building’s reimagined design, anchored by a newly constructed internal staircase and a full-width glass elevator that connects each level with ease and transparency. This modern circulation spine enhances functionality for exhibitions, donor events, programming, or day-to-day institutional operations. The townhouse has been comprehensively restored, including façade upgrades and integrated roof-level security monitoring, ensuring both aesthetic integrity and operational assurance. Its location places future occupants' steps from internationally recognized galleries, luxury retail, renowned museums, and some of Manhattan’s most affluent residential blocks. The property’s immediate environment supports prestige branding, high-net-worth engagement, and destination-driven foot traffic suitable for mission-based organizations and cultural uses. Offered with immediate availability, 26 E 78th Street stands as a turnkey, architecturally compelling platform for an organization seeking to establish or expand a signature New York presence. The combination of restored historic character and contemporary infrastructure positions this townhouse as a standout opportunity in one of Manhattan’s most culturally significant enclaves.

  • 1st Floor
  • 1,108 SF
  • Office/Retail
  • Full Build-Out
  • Now

Situated in the heart of the Upper East Side’s Gold Coast, 26 East 78th Street presents a rare leasing opportunity for gallery, nonprofit, foundation, and cultural users. The fully restored townhouse offers classic Upper East Side character with modern architectural execution. A dramatic entry lobby with 20-foot double-height ceilings establishes a museum- quality arrival, complemented by a sculptural internal staircase and a full-building-width glass elevator. Interiors are defined by scale, light, and flexibility, supporting a range of institutional and exhibition- driven uses. Located moments from Madison Avenue and Museum Mile, this turnkey property offers an exceptional presence within one of Manhattan’s most established cultural corridors.

  • 2nd Floor
  • 1,108 SF
  • Office/Retail
  • Full Build-Out
  • Now

This Single Tenant Building is nestled between Fifth and Madison Avenues on one of the Upper East Side’s most prestigious townhouse blocks, 26 E 78th Street presents a rare opportunity for a single tenant to occupy a fully revitalized commercial townhouse designed for gallery, nonprofit, or foundation use. Blending historic architectural provenance with modern spatial performance, the property delivers a level of sophistication fully aligned with its proximity to Museum Mile and the cultural institutions that define this corridor. Visitors are welcomed into a dramatic entry characterized by a soaring twenty-foot, double-height lobby, creating a museum-quality sense of arrival. Light, scale, and vertical movement are core components of the building’s reimagined design, anchored by a newly constructed internal staircase and a full-width glass elevator that connects each level with ease and transparency. This modern circulation spine enhances functionality for exhibitions, donor events, programming, or day-to-day institutional operations. The townhouse has been comprehensively restored, including façade upgrades and integrated roof-level security monitoring, ensuring both aesthetic integrity and operational assurance. Its location places future occupants' steps from internationally recognized galleries, luxury retail, renowned museums, and some of Manhattan’s most affluent residential blocks. The property’s immediate environment supports prestige branding, high-net-worth engagement, and destination-driven foot traffic suitable for mission-based organizations and cultural uses. Offered with immediate availability, 26 E 78th Street stands as a turnkey, architecturally compelling platform for an organization seeking to establish or expand a signature New York presence. The combination of restored historic character and contemporary infrastructure positions this townhouse as a standout opportunity in one of Manhattan’s most culturally significant enclaves.

  • 3rd Floor
  • 1,108 SF
  • Office/Retail
  • Full Build-Out
  • Now

This Single Tenant Building is nestled between Fifth and Madison Avenues on one of the Upper East Side’s most prestigious townhouse blocks, 26 E 78th Street presents a rare opportunity for a single tenant to occupy a fully revitalized commercial townhouse designed for gallery, nonprofit, or foundation use. Blending historic architectural provenance with modern spatial performance, the property delivers a level of sophistication fully aligned with its proximity to Museum Mile and the cultural institutions that define this corridor. Visitors are welcomed into a dramatic entry characterized by a soaring twenty-foot, double-height lobby, creating a museum-quality sense of arrival. Light, scale, and vertical movement are core components of the building’s reimagined design, anchored by a newly constructed internal staircase and a full-width glass elevator that connects each level with ease and transparency. This modern circulation spine enhances functionality for exhibitions, donor events, programming, or day-to-day institutional operations. The townhouse has been comprehensively restored, including façade upgrades and integrated roof-level security monitoring, ensuring both aesthetic integrity and operational assurance. Its location places future occupants' steps from internationally recognized galleries, luxury retail, renowned museums, and some of Manhattan’s most affluent residential blocks. The property’s immediate environment supports prestige branding, high-net-worth engagement, and destination-driven foot traffic suitable for mission-based organizations and cultural uses. Offered with immediate availability, 26 E 78th Street stands as a turnkey, architecturally compelling platform for an organization seeking to establish or expand a signature New York presence. The combination of restored historic character and contemporary infrastructure positions this townhouse as a standout opportunity in one of Manhattan’s most culturally significant enclaves.

  • 4th Floor
  • 1,108 SF
  • Office/Retail
  • Full Build-Out
  • Now

This Single Tenant Building is nestled between Fifth and Madison Avenues on one of the Upper East Side’s most prestigious townhouse blocks, 26 E 78th Street presents a rare opportunity for a single tenant to occupy a fully revitalized commercial townhouse designed for gallery, nonprofit, or foundation use. Blending historic architectural provenance with modern spatial performance, the property delivers a level of sophistication fully aligned with its proximity to Museum Mile and the cultural institutions that define this corridor. Visitors are welcomed into a dramatic entry characterized by a soaring twenty-foot, double-height lobby, creating a museum-quality sense of arrival. Light, scale, and vertical movement are core components of the building’s reimagined design, anchored by a newly constructed internal staircase and a full-width glass elevator that connects each level with ease and transparency. This modern circulation spine enhances functionality for exhibitions, donor events, programming, or day-to-day institutional operations. The townhouse has been comprehensively restored, including façade upgrades and integrated roof-level security monitoring, ensuring both aesthetic integrity and operational assurance. Its location places future occupants' steps from internationally recognized galleries, luxury retail, renowned museums, and some of Manhattan’s most affluent residential blocks. The property’s immediate environment supports prestige branding, high-net-worth engagement, and destination-driven foot traffic suitable for mission-based organizations and cultural uses. Offered with immediate availability, 26 E 78th Street stands as a turnkey, architecturally compelling platform for an organization seeking to establish or expand a signature New York presence. The combination of restored historic character and contemporary infrastructure positions this townhouse as a standout opportunity in one of Manhattan’s most culturally significant enclaves.

  • 5th Floor
  • 1,108 SF
  • Office/Retail
  • Full Build-Out
  • Now

This Single Tenant Building is nestled between Fifth and Madison Avenues on one of the Upper East Side’s most prestigious townhouse blocks, 26 E 78th Street presents a rare opportunity for a single tenant to occupy a fully revitalized commercial townhouse designed for gallery, nonprofit, or foundation use. Blending historic architectural provenance with modern spatial performance, the property delivers a level of sophistication fully aligned with its proximity to Museum Mile and the cultural institutions that define this corridor. Visitors are welcomed into a dramatic entry characterized by a soaring twenty-foot, double-height lobby, creating a museum-quality sense of arrival. Light, scale, and vertical movement are core components of the building’s reimagined design, anchored by a newly constructed internal staircase and a full-width glass elevator that connects each level with ease and transparency. This modern circulation spine enhances functionality for exhibitions, donor events, programming, or day-to-day institutional operations. The townhouse has been comprehensively restored, including façade upgrades and integrated roof-level security monitoring, ensuring both aesthetic integrity and operational assurance. Its location places future occupants' steps from internationally recognized galleries, luxury retail, renowned museums, and some of Manhattan’s most affluent residential blocks. The property’s immediate environment supports prestige branding, high-net-worth engagement, and destination-driven foot traffic suitable for mission-based organizations and cultural uses. Offered with immediate availability, 26 E 78th Street stands as a turnkey, architecturally compelling platform for an organization seeking to establish or expand a signature New York presence. The combination of restored historic character and contemporary infrastructure positions this townhouse as a standout opportunity in one of Manhattan’s most culturally significant enclaves.

Space Size Space Use Build-Out Available
Lower Level 1,108 SF Office/Retail Full Build-Out Now
1st Floor 1,108 SF Office/Retail Full Build-Out Now
2nd Floor 1,108 SF Office/Retail Full Build-Out Now
3rd Floor 1,108 SF Office/Retail Full Build-Out Now
4th Floor 1,108 SF Office/Retail Full Build-Out Now
5th Floor 1,108 SF Office/Retail Full Build-Out Now

Lower Level

Size
1,108 SF
Space Use
Office/Retail
Build-Out
Full Build-Out
Available
Now

1st Floor

Size
1,108 SF
Space Use
Office/Retail
Build-Out
Full Build-Out
Available
Now

2nd Floor

Size
1,108 SF
Space Use
Office/Retail
Build-Out
Full Build-Out
Available
Now

3rd Floor

Size
1,108 SF
Space Use
Office/Retail
Build-Out
Full Build-Out
Available
Now

4th Floor

Size
1,108 SF
Space Use
Office/Retail
Build-Out
Full Build-Out
Available
Now

5th Floor

Size
1,108 SF
Space Use
Office/Retail
Build-Out
Full Build-Out
Available
Now

Lower Level

Size 1,108 SF
Space Use Office/Retail
Build-Out Full Build-Out
Available Now

This Single Tenant Building is nestled between Fifth and Madison Avenues on one of the Upper East Side’s most prestigious townhouse blocks, 26 E 78th Street presents a rare opportunity for a single tenant to occupy a fully revitalized commercial townhouse designed for gallery, nonprofit, or foundation use. Blending historic architectural provenance with modern spatial performance, the property delivers a level of sophistication fully aligned with its proximity to Museum Mile and the cultural institutions that define this corridor. Visitors are welcomed into a dramatic entry characterized by a soaring twenty-foot, double-height lobby, creating a museum-quality sense of arrival. Light, scale, and vertical movement are core components of the building’s reimagined design, anchored by a newly constructed internal staircase and a full-width glass elevator that connects each level with ease and transparency. This modern circulation spine enhances functionality for exhibitions, donor events, programming, or day-to-day institutional operations. The townhouse has been comprehensively restored, including façade upgrades and integrated roof-level security monitoring, ensuring both aesthetic integrity and operational assurance. Its location places future occupants' steps from internationally recognized galleries, luxury retail, renowned museums, and some of Manhattan’s most affluent residential blocks. The property’s immediate environment supports prestige branding, high-net-worth engagement, and destination-driven foot traffic suitable for mission-based organizations and cultural uses. Offered with immediate availability, 26 E 78th Street stands as a turnkey, architecturally compelling platform for an organization seeking to establish or expand a signature New York presence. The combination of restored historic character and contemporary infrastructure positions this townhouse as a standout opportunity in one of Manhattan’s most culturally significant enclaves.

1st Floor

Size 1,108 SF
Space Use Office/Retail
Build-Out Full Build-Out
Available Now

Situated in the heart of the Upper East Side’s Gold Coast, 26 East 78th Street presents a rare leasing opportunity for gallery, nonprofit, foundation, and cultural users. The fully restored townhouse offers classic Upper East Side character with modern architectural execution. A dramatic entry lobby with 20-foot double-height ceilings establishes a museum- quality arrival, complemented by a sculptural internal staircase and a full-building-width glass elevator. Interiors are defined by scale, light, and flexibility, supporting a range of institutional and exhibition- driven uses. Located moments from Madison Avenue and Museum Mile, this turnkey property offers an exceptional presence within one of Manhattan’s most established cultural corridors.

2nd Floor

Size 1,108 SF
Space Use Office/Retail
Build-Out Full Build-Out
Available Now

This Single Tenant Building is nestled between Fifth and Madison Avenues on one of the Upper East Side’s most prestigious townhouse blocks, 26 E 78th Street presents a rare opportunity for a single tenant to occupy a fully revitalized commercial townhouse designed for gallery, nonprofit, or foundation use. Blending historic architectural provenance with modern spatial performance, the property delivers a level of sophistication fully aligned with its proximity to Museum Mile and the cultural institutions that define this corridor. Visitors are welcomed into a dramatic entry characterized by a soaring twenty-foot, double-height lobby, creating a museum-quality sense of arrival. Light, scale, and vertical movement are core components of the building’s reimagined design, anchored by a newly constructed internal staircase and a full-width glass elevator that connects each level with ease and transparency. This modern circulation spine enhances functionality for exhibitions, donor events, programming, or day-to-day institutional operations. The townhouse has been comprehensively restored, including façade upgrades and integrated roof-level security monitoring, ensuring both aesthetic integrity and operational assurance. Its location places future occupants' steps from internationally recognized galleries, luxury retail, renowned museums, and some of Manhattan’s most affluent residential blocks. The property’s immediate environment supports prestige branding, high-net-worth engagement, and destination-driven foot traffic suitable for mission-based organizations and cultural uses. Offered with immediate availability, 26 E 78th Street stands as a turnkey, architecturally compelling platform for an organization seeking to establish or expand a signature New York presence. The combination of restored historic character and contemporary infrastructure positions this townhouse as a standout opportunity in one of Manhattan’s most culturally significant enclaves.

3rd Floor

Size 1,108 SF
Space Use Office/Retail
Build-Out Full Build-Out
Available Now

This Single Tenant Building is nestled between Fifth and Madison Avenues on one of the Upper East Side’s most prestigious townhouse blocks, 26 E 78th Street presents a rare opportunity for a single tenant to occupy a fully revitalized commercial townhouse designed for gallery, nonprofit, or foundation use. Blending historic architectural provenance with modern spatial performance, the property delivers a level of sophistication fully aligned with its proximity to Museum Mile and the cultural institutions that define this corridor. Visitors are welcomed into a dramatic entry characterized by a soaring twenty-foot, double-height lobby, creating a museum-quality sense of arrival. Light, scale, and vertical movement are core components of the building’s reimagined design, anchored by a newly constructed internal staircase and a full-width glass elevator that connects each level with ease and transparency. This modern circulation spine enhances functionality for exhibitions, donor events, programming, or day-to-day institutional operations. The townhouse has been comprehensively restored, including façade upgrades and integrated roof-level security monitoring, ensuring both aesthetic integrity and operational assurance. Its location places future occupants' steps from internationally recognized galleries, luxury retail, renowned museums, and some of Manhattan’s most affluent residential blocks. The property’s immediate environment supports prestige branding, high-net-worth engagement, and destination-driven foot traffic suitable for mission-based organizations and cultural uses. Offered with immediate availability, 26 E 78th Street stands as a turnkey, architecturally compelling platform for an organization seeking to establish or expand a signature New York presence. The combination of restored historic character and contemporary infrastructure positions this townhouse as a standout opportunity in one of Manhattan’s most culturally significant enclaves.

4th Floor

Size 1,108 SF
Space Use Office/Retail
Build-Out Full Build-Out
Available Now

This Single Tenant Building is nestled between Fifth and Madison Avenues on one of the Upper East Side’s most prestigious townhouse blocks, 26 E 78th Street presents a rare opportunity for a single tenant to occupy a fully revitalized commercial townhouse designed for gallery, nonprofit, or foundation use. Blending historic architectural provenance with modern spatial performance, the property delivers a level of sophistication fully aligned with its proximity to Museum Mile and the cultural institutions that define this corridor. Visitors are welcomed into a dramatic entry characterized by a soaring twenty-foot, double-height lobby, creating a museum-quality sense of arrival. Light, scale, and vertical movement are core components of the building’s reimagined design, anchored by a newly constructed internal staircase and a full-width glass elevator that connects each level with ease and transparency. This modern circulation spine enhances functionality for exhibitions, donor events, programming, or day-to-day institutional operations. The townhouse has been comprehensively restored, including façade upgrades and integrated roof-level security monitoring, ensuring both aesthetic integrity and operational assurance. Its location places future occupants' steps from internationally recognized galleries, luxury retail, renowned museums, and some of Manhattan’s most affluent residential blocks. The property’s immediate environment supports prestige branding, high-net-worth engagement, and destination-driven foot traffic suitable for mission-based organizations and cultural uses. Offered with immediate availability, 26 E 78th Street stands as a turnkey, architecturally compelling platform for an organization seeking to establish or expand a signature New York presence. The combination of restored historic character and contemporary infrastructure positions this townhouse as a standout opportunity in one of Manhattan’s most culturally significant enclaves.

5th Floor

Size 1,108 SF
Space Use Office/Retail
Build-Out Full Build-Out
Available Now

This Single Tenant Building is nestled between Fifth and Madison Avenues on one of the Upper East Side’s most prestigious townhouse blocks, 26 E 78th Street presents a rare opportunity for a single tenant to occupy a fully revitalized commercial townhouse designed for gallery, nonprofit, or foundation use. Blending historic architectural provenance with modern spatial performance, the property delivers a level of sophistication fully aligned with its proximity to Museum Mile and the cultural institutions that define this corridor. Visitors are welcomed into a dramatic entry characterized by a soaring twenty-foot, double-height lobby, creating a museum-quality sense of arrival. Light, scale, and vertical movement are core components of the building’s reimagined design, anchored by a newly constructed internal staircase and a full-width glass elevator that connects each level with ease and transparency. This modern circulation spine enhances functionality for exhibitions, donor events, programming, or day-to-day institutional operations. The townhouse has been comprehensively restored, including façade upgrades and integrated roof-level security monitoring, ensuring both aesthetic integrity and operational assurance. Its location places future occupants' steps from internationally recognized galleries, luxury retail, renowned museums, and some of Manhattan’s most affluent residential blocks. The property’s immediate environment supports prestige branding, high-net-worth engagement, and destination-driven foot traffic suitable for mission-based organizations and cultural uses. Offered with immediate availability, 26 E 78th Street stands as a turnkey, architecturally compelling platform for an organization seeking to establish or expand a signature New York presence. The combination of restored historic character and contemporary infrastructure positions this townhouse as a standout opportunity in one of Manhattan’s most culturally significant enclaves.

Exceptionally walkable
100/100
Somewhat drivable
30/100
Exceptional public transit
100/100
Exceptionally bikeable
90/100

Property Taxes

Property Taxes

Parcel Number
1392-0159
Land Assessment
$69,208 CAD
Improvements Assessment
$203,054 CAD
Total Assessment
$272,263 CAD
  • Listing ID: 35396021

  • Date on Market: 2025-04-07

  • Last Updated:

  • Address: 26 E 78th St, New York, NY 10075

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