It previously was on the market for a total of 180 days.

Last Sold on Nov 15, 2023 for $5,900,000

5 beds, 5.5 baths | Approx. 2,874 ft²

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Buyers
Rhona Hutton
Sanford Hutton

Sellers
Karen Murray
Harry Steinmetz

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180 days on Market

Pricing History

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Key Details

Listed: Nov 4, 2021

Days on Market: 180

Building Type: Condominium

Neighborhood: Lenox Hill (Manhattan)

Doorman: FT Doorman

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Monthly Common Charges: $4,829

Monthly Real Estate Taxes: $3,820

Total Taxes & Fees: $8,649 ($3.01/ft²)

Est. Monthly Mortgage: -

Total Est. Monthly Carrying Cost: $56,705 ($19.73/ft²)

Note: the above is based on a down payment of 10% ($775,000), which is the minimum amount permitted by the building.

Description

Temporarily Off The Market-Sensational Central Park and city views from this renovated 2,874 square feet condo including 5 bedrooms, 5.5 marble bathrooms and 3 balconies. Unit 24B is being sold with aPARKING SPOT and aSTORAGE BIN. There are only 5 owned parking spots in the building.

The unit features 9-6’ foot ceilings, huge picture windows, and balconies. This is luxury living at its best: The entertaining space includes a sweep of 3 rooms---a 24-foot living room and balcony that opens onto a formal dining room and a library/5th bedroom. A very chic corner master bedroom spans 22-feet and has Central Park views.

The master suite has an enormous bathroom finished in white Carrera marble, double sink and a giant steam shower. A new eat-in kitchen with banquette seating has city views and is outfitted with a 6-burner Wolf stove, Subzero refrigerator, and Miele dishwasher and microwave. The unit also has a washer and dryer. The apartment offers privacy with only 2 units on the floor.

The Empire Condo has continually invested in a multimillion dollar renovation project including a new gym, lounge, conference facilities, and a private landscaped garden. The building is currently renovating all its halls and will be installing new landscaping around the building. The board is also planning to renovate the lobby.

Apartment Amenities

Washer/Dryer in apt.

About The Empire, 188 East 78th Street

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

Out of 44

Out of 36

Out of 39

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

Condo
Built in 1999
77 Apartments
32 Floors

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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The Empire, 188 East 78th Street, #24B

Pricing History

Previous Photos & Floor Plan

Key Details

Description

Apartment Amenities

About The Empire, 188 East 78th Street

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

Rating Summary

Architecture Rating: Points Breakdown

Location Rating: Points Breakdown

Features Rating: Points Breakdown

Building Amenities

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