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318 West 78th Street is a beautifully renovated, single-family townhouse designed by the architect George F. Pelham in 1895. Features of this magnificent home include, approximately 6,300 square feet of living space, meticulously restored original details, a grand parlor floor entertaining space that spans the living room an expansive landing, the dining room and a butler's pantry, a chef's kitchen, 6 generously sized bedrooms, soaring ceilings, a finished English basement with lounge and fitness room, and a landscaped, south-facing garden surrounded by townhouses, providing abundant light and air throughout all five floors. No expense was spared in renovating and restoring this one-of-a-kind home. Details of the renovation include radiant heat throughout the house, a Crestron controlled entertainment system, custom marble and tile in all 8 bathrooms, custom cabinetry in the kitchen, hand repaired and restored plasterwork, excavated basement, new lighting, irrigation, stonework and drainage in the garden, all new mechanical systems and roof, and more. This townhome is conveniently located on a beautiful, tree-lined townhouse block, in close proximity to Riverside Park, premier schools, shops and restaurants, and public transportation.