Pending For Sale • Condo

$2,390,500

$1,594 per sq ft

188 E 78TH Street #5D

Lenox Hill, Manhattan

The Empire

MLS® #RLS20054518

Listing by Coldwell Banker Warburg

2

Bedrooms

3.5

Baths

1,500

Sq. Ft.

2000

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 2

Bathrooms 3 full, 1 half

Living Area 1,500 sq ft

Year Built 2000

Ownership Condo

HOA/Common Charges $2,981/mo

Parking Garage

Neighborhood Lenox Hill

Floor 5 of 32

Property Highlights

• Views: City
• Exposure: East,North facing
• Climate Control: Other

Property Details

Type Condo

Ownership Condominium

Total Rooms 5

Baths 2 Full, 1 Half

Floor 5 of 32

View City

Exposure East,North

Cooling Other

Pets Yes

Year Built 2000

Living Area 1,500 sq ft

Parking Garage Available

Structure Type HighRise

Basement Other

Parcel # 1412-1114

Block/Lot 01412/1114

Description

Every detail of this home has been thoughtfully executed to achieve both style and sophistication. A gracious entry foyer leads to a stunning open-concept chef's kitchen featuring rich custom cabinetry and top-of-the-line appliances, including a Sub-Zero refrigerator, Thermador range, and built-in Miele coffee system.

The spacious living and dining area showcases new herringbone wood floors and three large bay windows that fill the home with natural light. The luxurious primary suite offers a serene retreat with a large dressing area, an en-suite bath outfitted with double sinks, a walk-in shower, and excellent storage. The second bedroom (or study) features textured wall coverings, a custom closet, and an en-suite bath with a soaking tub and inlaid mosaic marble floors. A large, elegant powder room with statement wallpaper and a hidden storage closet adds an additional layer of convenience. The home also includes a washer and dryer.

This turnkey residence is completely move-in ready, every inch has been thoughtfully renovated.

The Empire Condominium is a premier full-service, white-glove building located in the heart of the Upper East Side, The Empire offers top-of-the-line amenities including a residents' lounge, business center, well-equipped fitness center, and a multi-level landscaped garden with seating areas. The building has recently undergone a full update, including refreshed hallways, and is surrounded by the best dining, shopping, and cultural destinations the neighborhood has to offer.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Building Other Washer Hookup In Unit

Exterior Features

Building Courtyard Building Roof Deck

Building Amenities

Bike Storage Common Playroom Concierge Elevators Kitchen Facilities Sauna Sauna

Building Information

Building The Empire

Total Units 72

Stories 32

Structure HighRise

Financial Details

Common Charges $2,981/mo

Original Price $2,495,000

Previous Price $2,495,000

About Lenox Hill

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Lenox Hill offers a sophisticated blend of residential tranquility and cosmopolitan convenience. As one of the most coveted sections of the Upper East Side, the neighborhood is defined by its proximity to Central Park, world-class medical institutions, and the high-end boutiques of Madison Avenue. The housing stock here is diverse, ranging from palatial pre-war cooperatives to sleek, modern condominiums that offer sweeping views of the East River and the city skyline.

Lenox Hill Live Market Data

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Active Listings

572

Median Asking Price

$1.37M

Median $/Sqft

$1,407

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

30

Price Reduced

39%

Sold (30 Days)

42

Median Sale Price

$1.64M

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 2/21/26, 6:59 AM EST

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188 E 78TH Street #5D, Lenox Hill, New York County

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MLS® ID: RLS20054518

First Listed: 10/14/2025

On Market: 10/14/2025

Price Changed: 2/4/2026

Pending Since: 12/11/2025

Contract Date: 10/14/2025

Listing Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Warburg - Blake Zises

Listing Contact: 212-439-4516

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