$2,395,000
Updated 9 years ago
Sold

The Empire

188 East 78th Street, 12-C

Upper East Side, Manhattan | Lexington Ave & Third Ave

5 Rooms2 Beds2 Baths1,459 Square FeetCondo

$2,395,000
Common Charges$2,045
RE Taxes$1,329
Price Per SF
$1,642

This property was sold for $2,155,000 on 06/01/17.

Listing Features

  • Corner Apartment
  • Entry Foyer
  • French Doors
  • Galley Kitchen
  • High Ceilings
  • Walk-in Closet
  • Washer / Dryer
  • Bay Windows
  • New Windows
  • Oversized Windows
  • Picture Windows
  • Adjoining Pantry
  • Dishwasher
  • Eat-in Kitchen
  • Gourmet Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Windowed Kitchen
  • Double Vanity
  • En Suite Bathroom
  • Marble Bathroom
  • Powder Room
  • Soaking Tub
  • Stall Shower

Outdoor space and views

  • Juliet Balcony
  • Central Park
  • City Views
  • Skyline Views
  • North Exposure
  • South Exposure
  • West Exposure

Building Amenities

  • Full Service
  • Bike Storage
  • Business Center
  • Elevator
  • Garage
  • Garden
  • Health Club
  • Laundry Room
  • Playroom
  • Resident Lounge
  • Roof Deck
  • Sauna
  • Screening Room
  • Storage
  • Valet Service
  • Wine Cellar

Policies

  • Pets Allowed
  • Pieds A Terre Ok

Property Description for 188 East 78th Street, 12-C

A perfect opportunity to purchase this High Floor Spectacular Two Bedroom, converted to Three Bedroom Home located in one of the Upper East Side's Premier White Glove Condominiums. This most sought after apartment boasts a beautiful floor-plan and ideal layout with excellent light streaming from three exposures. Recently renovated, this home features two Juliette Balconies, Over-sized Windows, High Ceilings, Beautiful Oak Floors and is flooded with light.

Enter into a Stunning Square Gallery which leads to an Elegant Beautiful Size Living Room with Huge Windows and a French Door to a Juliette Balcony. The walls are of the highest quality hand painted venetian plaster. The very chic corner Huge Master Bedroom Suite has Picture Windows facing South and West with Open views and tons of amazing light. Beautiful built-in cabinetry, custom walk in Closet, plus 2 other closets. The En-suite Master Marble Bathroom has double sinks, separate stall shower and soaking tub.The gorgeous Gourmet Eat in Kitchen features solid wood cabinetry, stainless steel Viking Appliances, Four Burner Range and Hood, Frigidaire Professional Refrigerator, flooded with light from the large French Door leading to a Juliette Balcony with open views of the City and Central Park. The pantry and desk area makes this kitchen complete. There are Two additional West facing Bedrooms. One is a corner with 3 large Bay Windows and all open views. The second marble Bathroom has a full size Washer and vented Dryer.

The Empire Condominium at 78th Street between Lexington and Third Avenue is a full service white glove Condominium. This exceptional building has a glamorous entrance with a sweeping staircase that leads to a marble and mahogany lobby that make for a grand entrance. The Empire is a superbly run condo with 24 hour Doorman, Concierge and incredibly helpful staff. There are a wealth of amenities that include a private Dining Salon, Movie Theater, Business Center, Screening Room, Children's Play Room, Laundry facility, large private Garden, Garage and a plush fully equipped Fitness Center overlooking 78th Street. A new state of the art Gym and amenity space will be available this fall. This is a pet-friendly building. Located in the heart of the Upper East Side with close proximity to all the finest restaurants, parks, shops, schools and mass transportation.

Listing History for 188 East 78th Street, 12-C

Now
06/05/2017
$2,155,000
Sold and Closed by Monica Podell
Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC
04/06/2017
Contract Signed by Monica Podell
Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC

Building Details for 188 East 78th Street

OwnershipCondo
Building TypeHigh-Rise
Service LevelFull Service
AgePost-War
AccessElevator
Year Built2000
Financing Allowed90%
Floors/Apts32/72
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Transit and Citi Bike

Subway

77 St
0.08 miles
72 St
0.34 miles
86 St
0.43 miles
86 St
0.45 miles
68 St-Hunter College
0.48 miles

Citi Bike

E 77 St & 3 Ave
0.04 miles
E 78 St & 2 Ave
0.15 miles

Contact Agent

Contact Agent

Monica Podell
Brown Harris Stevens

Upper East Side | Manhattan

Quick Profile

Exuding a cosmopolitan, refined air that is reminiscent of Paris or other European cities, the Upper East Side (the UES, to local cognoscenti) has a reputation as being a bastion of wealth and privilege. Even though it was built by American “royalty” families like the Vanderbilts, Roosevelts, Kennedys, Carnegies and Rockefellers, whose elaborate mansions once anchored Fifth Avenue, there are affordable housing options throughout the neighborhood. The further east you move, away from Central Park and the more commercial avenues, the more likely you are to find quiet, tree-lined streets with historic townhouses and brownstones. Keep your eye out for reasonably priced apartments in pre-war low-rise and even a few high-rise buildings.

With abundant, beautifully landscaped green spaces, including the oasis of Central Park acting like a backyard, the area is quiet and lushly green. You can relax and unwind in John Jay Park, Carl Schurz Park or take a stroll along the East River Promenade. The whole neighborhood seems isolated from the workaday chaos of the city at large. Add to that the history of the neighborhood and the abundance of cultural institutions, and you have a uniquely welcoming neighborhood.

Known for its abundance of high-end retail shopping, especially on Madison Avenue, the Upper East Side is host to the Barneys New York flagship department store. Here you can find upscale goods, fashion and home decor items. You will also find the edgy runway-inspired Alexander McQueen collections. If you are dying to treat your feet to red-soled opulence, be sure to visit the Christian Louboutin boutique. These are only a small sampling of this high-end shopper’s paradise that features everything from designer boutiques that offer the ultimate in haute couture to resale shops where you can find last season’s best on sale at hefty discounts .

There are many unique dining experiences, from fine dining to the casual bite-on-the-go, awaiting you in the UES. Sushi is going through a renaissance in the city, and the best omakase-style sushi can be found at Sasabune on E 73rd Street. Omakase sushi means that you leave the choice of ingredients, preparation method and presentation to the chef. Elegant French cuisine can be experienced at JoJo, E 64th Street, housed in gorgeous townhouse. Just for fun, visit the Lexington Candy Shop on Lexington Avenue, to get a taste of an old-fashioned soda fountain.

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OLR ID: 656352