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SOLD FOR $1,815,000

· Closed December 9, 2022

Closed For Sale Condo

$1,815,000

$1,200 per sq ft

188 E 78TH Street #4C

Upper East Side, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS10813647

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Sotheby's International Realty, Inc.

2

Bedrooms

3.5

Baths

1,513

Sq. Ft.

2000

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 3 full, 1 half
Living Area 1,513 sq ft
Lot Size 17,304 sq ft
Year Built 2000
Ownership Condo
HOA/Common Charges $2,598/mo
Property Taxes $12,912/yr
Parking Garage
Neighborhood Upper East Side
Floor 4 of 32

Property Highlights

  • Views: City
  • Exposure: North facing
  • Climate Control: Central Air

Property Details

Type Condo
Ownership Condominium
Total Rooms 4
Baths 2 Full, 1 Half
Floor 4 of 32
View City
Exposure North
Cooling Central Air
Pets Yes
Year Built 2000
Living Area 1,513 sq ft
Parking Garage Available
Lot Size 17,304 sq ft
Parcel # 1412-1109

Description

Priced to sell, great opportunity. Please contact us for an appointment. This 1513 Sqft 2-bedroom, 2.5 bath apartment in the prestigious Empire Condominium is now priced to sell. Amazing layout with a large foyer, view to the trees and oversized windows, this home will meet all your needs. The Elegant entry foyer opens to a large living / dining room facing trees and townhouses on East 78th Street. Also, off the foyer is a beautifully appointed powder room for guests. The kitchen features fabulous wood cabinetry and top of the line appliances. The spacious primary suite has room for a king size bed, a dresser drawer, a desk and a sitting area. It has 1 Walk In Closet, a 2nd large closet, en-suite marble bathroom with double sinks, bath tub, separate stall shower and ample storage space. The second bedroom has space for a queen size bed, a sitting area and a desk. It also features a large closet and an en-suite bathroom. This apartment comes with a washer/dryer, Central AC, great closets, and beautiful hardwood floors throughout. The Empire is one of the most luxurious Condominiums on the Upper East Side with 24 Hour doorman, concierge and live-in super. On the second floor was fully renovated. You will find an enormous state-of-the-art fitness center facing the trees, a large owners' social lounge, a kids playroom, a business center and a lovely terrace. The owners' social lounge is very luxurious; it has a library, game tables, an espresso machine and a large screen TV. It abuts an outdoor terrace and is connected to a dining room with a full kitchen; perfect to socialize and entertain your guests. The building has a garage for a fee. The outdoor space is extremely spacious; a great place lounge around in the sun and also to BBQ on the building grill. This great apt. is ideally located 4 blocks from Central Park and 3 blocks from Madison Avenue. The neighborhood is filled will fabulous restaurants, cafes, and world renown boutiques. There are several Art Galleries and Museums nearby. Not to be missed, please contact us for an appointment.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Entrance Foyer Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed Common Area

Exterior Features

Building Roof Deck

Appliances

Dryer Washer Dryer Allowed Washer

Building Information

Total Units 72
Stories 32

Financial Details

Common Charges $2,598/mo
RE Taxes $12,912/yr ($1,076/mo)
Original Price $2,500,000
Sale Price $1,815,000
Previous Price $1,995,000

The Upper East Side remains the gold standard for classic New York elegance. Known for 'Museum Mile' and its quiet, tree-lined streets, the neighborhood offers a refined lifestyle away from the midtown bustle. While famous for its historic cooperatives, the area has seen a recent surge in ultra-luxury new construction condos, particularly along the Second Avenue Subway corridor, making it a top choice for both traditionalists and modern buyers.

Upper East Side Live Market Data

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Active Listings

312

Median Asking Price

$1.40M

Median $/Sqft

$1,476

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

10

Price Reduced

24%

Sold (30 Days)

32

Median Sale Price

$1.44M

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 4/2/26, 2:03 PM EST

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188 E 78TH Street #4C, Upper East Side, New York County

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MLS® ID: RLS10813647
First Listed: 9/3/2021
Price Changed: 12/9/2022
Closed: 12/9/2022
Contract Date: 9/3/2021

Listing Courtesy of Sotheby's International Realty, Inc. - Harry Nasser

Listing Contact: (212) 400-8724

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