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The Empire, 188 East 78th Street, #4D

$2,395,000 ($1,191 per ft2) | 2 beds, 2.5 baths | Approx. 2,011 ft2
Building Profile  | 
4 days on Market

Key Details

  • Listed: Nov 12, 2024
    Days on Market: 4
    Building Type: Condominium
    Neighborhood: Lenox Hill (Manhattan)
    Doorman: FT Doorman
Monthly Common Charges: $4,149
Monthly Real Estate Taxes: $1,783
Total Taxes & Fees: $5,932 ($2.95/ft2)
Est. Monthly Mortgage: $14,297
Total Est. Monthly Carrying Cost: $20,229 ($10.06/ft2)
Note: the above is based on a down payment of 10% ($239,500), which is the minimum amount permitted by the building.

Open house:

  • The morning of Saturday, Nov 16
  • The afternoon of Tuesday, Nov 19
By appointment only.

Insider Highlights

  • Expansive Living Space: Spacious 2,011 sq. ft. floor-through layout with abundant natural light, ideal for entertaining.
  • Private Outdoor Terrace: Enjoy al fresco dining and create your own urban garden oasis on a large south-facing terrace.
  • Full-Service Building Amenities: Access to 24-hour doorman, concierge service, fitness center, and landscaped courtyard garden.
  • Pet-Friendly Environment: Welcoming atmosphere for pets, enhancing the comfort of your urban lifestyle.
  • Luxurious Owner's Suite: Corner suite with spa-like bathroom, walk-in closet, and bright exposures for a serene retreat.
  • High-End Kitchen: Pass-through kitchen featuring polished granite counters, stainless steel appliances, and custom cabinetry.

Description

Spacious and sun-flooded 2,011 sq. ft. home with 5 rooms, split 2 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and a floor-through double-living room with large south-facing terrace in established Upper East Side full-service condominium.

An entry foyer with a large outfitted coat closet leads to a gracious gallery with a marble powder room that connects to all main areas of the home, and opens to the expansive double-living room with north and south exposures that create a floor-through feel with abundant natural light throughout and is ideal for entertaining. Enjoy charming townhouse and sky views through oversized windows on the north side, and quiet garden views on the south side. The living room opens onto its own private terrace, where you can indulge in al fresco meals or create your own urban garden oasis.

There is a separate dining alcove that links to the pass-through kitchen, featuring polished granite floors, counters and backsplash, stainless steel appliances, and custom wood cabinetry with excellent storage.

The corner owners’ suite has bright South and West exposures, an enormous walk-in closet and a spa-like bathroom with marble-tiled floors, double-sink vanity, soaking tub, and separate glass-enclosed shower tall, as well as marble walls and towel-warming racks.

The second bedroom suite has north exposure through three oversized windows, a wall of closets, and an en suite marble bathroom with glass-enclosed shower tub.

This lovely home also has a laundry closet with professional-size washer & dryer, through-the-wall air conditioning, custom Maple Gelato hardwood floors throughout, beautiful woodwork and built-ins, as well as crown and baseboard moldings throughout.

The Empire Condominium is a full-service building with 24-hour door attendants, concierge service, a children’s playroom, dining and screening rooms, a business center, on-site valet parking, a spacious state-of-the-art fitness center overlooking 78th Street, and a landscaped courtyard garden.

Conveniently situated close to neighborhood amenities, including restaurants, bars, cafes, and shops and is nearby Central Park and the Met. Pet-friendly.

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Apartment Amenities

  • Terrace
Listing courtesy of Douglas Elliman Real Estate

Pricing History

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About The Empire, 188 East 78th Street

90

The Empire, 188 East 78th Street has received a CityRealty Rating of 90, based on:

 
Architecture

Anything above 30 is remarkable, from 20-29 is distinguished and from 11-19 is average, while below 11 is below average.

 
Location

Anything above 27 is remarkable, from 18-26 is distinguished and from 9-17 is average, while below 9 is below average.

 
Features

Anything above 22 is remarkable, from 16-21 is distinguished and from 9-15 is average, while below 9 is below average.

Rating Summary

33
Out of 44
+
23
Out of 36
+
25
Out of 39
+
9
=
90
Out of 119
 

Architecture Rating: Points Breakdown

Exterior:
Very Distinguished 7 out of 8 points
Retail Quality:
High-End 5 out of 5 points
Canopy Entrance:
Attractive 2 out of 3 points
Alterations:
Well Done 1 out of 2 points
Plaza Or Atrium:
Very Attractive 3 out of 3 points
Contextual Design:
Yes and Good 2 out of 3 points
Skyline:
Highly Visible 2 out of 2 points
Local Visibility:
Highly Visible 2 out of 2 points
Watertank:
Attractively Enclosed 2 out of 2 points
Airconditioners:
Not Allowed 2 out of 2 points
Free Standing:
Corner 1 out of 2 points
Gargoyles:
None 0 out of 2 points
Garden:
Attractive 2 out of 2 points
Fenestration:
Consistent 1 out of 1 points
Landmark:
No 0 out of 2 points
Unity:
Unified Design 1 out of 1 points
Illumination:
None 0 out of 1 points
Water Element:
None 0 out of 1 points

Location Rating: Points Breakdown

Street Ambience:
Attractive / Pleasant 3 out of 5 points
Distance To Neighborhood Center:
Less than 40 blocks 2 out of 5 points
Views:
Impressive 3 out of 4 points
Neighborhood Ambience:
Attractive 2 out of 3 points
Traffic Noise:
Considerable 1 out of 3 points
Protected Views:
Many 2 out of 2 points
Distance To Subway:
Less than 3 Short Blocks 2 out of 2 points
Firedepartment Noise:
No Noise 2 out of 2 points
Distance To Supermarket:
Less than 3 Short Blocks 2 out of 2 points
Distance To Park:
More than 6 Short Blocks 0 out of 2 points
Distance To Water:
More than 6 Short Blocks 0 out of 2 points
Shopping:
5 or less Short Blocks 2 out of 2 points
Schools:
No Noise 1 out of 1 points
Noise From Nightlife:
None 1 out of 1 points

Features Rating: Points Breakdown

Lobby:
Spacious 4 out of 5 points
Units Per Floor:
3-4 3 out of 5 points
Ceiling:
8-9 Feet 1 out of 4 points
Balconies:
Some 1 out of 3 points
Health Club:
Yes 1 out of 2 points
Private Gardens:
Substantial 2 out of 2 points
Storage Rooms:
Considerable 2 out of 2 points
Bay Windows:
Some 1 out of 1 points
Fireplaces:
Some 1 out of 1 points
Door Person:
Yes 1 out of 1 points
Concierge:
Yes 1 out of 1 points
Elevator Person:
None 0 out of 1 points
Recreational Roof:
Yes 1 out of 1 points
Driveway:
None 0 out of 1 points
Maids Room:
None 0 out of 1 points
Catering:
None 0 out of 1 points
Garage:
Yes 1 out of 1 points
Mixed Use:
Yes 1 out of 1 points
Non Rectilinear Form:
Yes 1 out of 1 points
Unusual Layouts:
Some 1 out of 1 points
Prewar:
No 0 out of 1 points
Other Amenities:
Many 2 out of 2 points

Building Amenities

  • Concierge
  • FT Doorman
  • High-Rise
  • Post War
  • Resident Storage
  • Central AC
  • Garden
  • Health Club
  • Pool
  • Rooftop Terrace
  • Washer/Dryer in building
  • Elevator
  • Children's Playroom
  • Fitness Center
  • On-Site Parking
  • Outdoor Entertainment Space
  • Bike Room
  • Live-In Superintendent
  • Terraces / Balconies

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Pros
  • Distinctive- gabled roof
  • Formal dining rooms
  • Private garden terrace
  • Large apartments
  • Good public transportation
  • Concierge
  • Close to Subway
  • Foyers
  • Many bay windows
  • Garage
  • Storage Space
  • Few apartments per floor
  • Club with fitness center and private dining room
  • Wine cellars
  • Some fireplaces
  • Some balconies
Cons
  • Considerable traffic
  • No sidewalk landscaping
  • No nearby park
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Subways

  1. 6
at Lexington Ave 0.08 miles
  1. 4
  2. 5
at Lexington Ave 0.43 miles

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