Welcome to this charming rent-stabilized studio apartment located directly across from John Jay Park on the Upper East Side!
Situated three flights up, this inviting studio features polished hardwood floors throughout and a spacious separate windowed kitchen with stainless steel appliances, wood shaker-style cabinetry, and generous counter and storage space.
Utilities Included! Gas, electricity, heat, and hot water are included in the rent. Please note that installing an air conditioner will result in an additional monthly charge of $31.83 per unit, subject to annual DHCR adjustments each October.
Building Amenities Include:
On-site management office
Large laundry facility open seven days a week
Three resident superintendents
Overnight security from 10 PM to 6 AM
Three internet service providers
Beautiful landmark buildings with classic New York charm
Ideally located across from John Jay Park and just steps from neighborhood restaurants, cafes, shopping, and everyday conveniences, this apartment offers a wonderful opportunity to enjoy Upper East Side living.
539 E 78th St
New York, NY 10075
Apartment building
Studio-2 beds
Available units
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Price may not include required fees and charges.
 Unit 4F Studio, 1 ba Listing by: Howard Hanna NYC | -- | Dec 15 | Fees may apply $2,659 |
What's special
Wood shaker-style cabinetryInviting studioSpacious separate windowed kitchenPolished hardwood floors throughoutStainless steel appliances
Facts, features & policies
Unit features
Flooring
- Hardwood
Neighborhood: Upper East Side
Areas of interest
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Travel times
Getting around
Walk Score®
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Walker's ParadiseTransit Score®
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Rider's ParadiseBike Score®
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Very BikeableNearby schools in New York
P.S. 158 Baylard Taylor
Grades PK-5 • 0.1 miles9/10
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Test Score Rating
10/10Student Progress Rating
7/10Jhs 167 Robert F Wagner
Grades 6-8 • 0.5 miles8/10
GreatSchools® Rating
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10/10Student Progress Rating
5/10Eleanor Roosevelt High School
Grades 9-12 • 0.2 miles9/10
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8/10College Readiness Rating
10/10Living in New York
The Upper East Side stretches along Manhattan’s east side between Central Park and the East River, with leafy avenues, residential blocks, and a mix of historic townhouses and apartment buildings. Central Park offers paths, lawns, and playgrounds, while the East River Esplanade provides waterfront routes for walking and biking. Museum Mile landmarks include the Metropolitan Museum of Art and the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum; Madison Avenue adds galleries, boutiques, and cafés. Dining ranges from neighborhood restaurants to bakeries and coffee shops, and nearby avenues offer everyday shopping. The area has four-season weather, with warm summers and cold winters. Subway lines and buses connect the neighborhood to other parts of Manhattan, and walking is practical for many daily errands. For the Upper East Side neighborhood, the median rent is $4,995 per month, with a typical range of $925 to $165,000.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is 539 E 78th St located, and what is the neighborhood like?
539 E 78th St is located at 539 E 78th St in Upper East Side, New York, NY. The surrounding area includes multiple restaurants and cafes within 2 miles, such as Ottomanelli Bros, NR, and Boqueria UES.
What hospitals and medical facilities are near 539 E 78th St?
The closest hospitals and medical facilities to 539 E 78th St include David H. Koch Center for Cancer Care at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (0.2 miles away), Weill Cornell Imaging (0.4 miles away), and Hospital for Special Surgery (0.4 miles away).
What schools are assigned to 539 E 78th St?
The schools assigned to 539 E 78th St include P.S. 158 Baylard Taylor, Jhs 167 Robert F Wagner, and Eleanor Roosevelt High School.
What are the grocery stores and everyday shopping options near 539 E 78th St?
539 E 78th St is located near 2 grocery stores, including Trader Joe's (1 mile) and Katagiri (1 mile). Additional shopping options, including Paper Source, are approximately 0.5 miles away.
What colleges and universities are near 539 E 78th St?
539 E 78th St is located within 0.6 miles of The Rockefeller University, 0.6 miles of Julia Richman Education Complex, and 0.8 miles of Hunter College - CUNY.
