The Morgan Studios, 169 East 78th Street - Lenox Hill
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The Morgan Studios, constructed in 1928 at 169 East 78th Street, is a distinguished 10-story red-brick cooperative building housing 39 apartments. The building's striking architectural features include a limestone base, an impressive one-and-half-story limestone and gray marble entrance surround crowned by two abstract limestone eagles, and original multipaned windows throughout most of the structure.
The building is particularly notable for its apartments featuring dramatic double-height ceilings, especially in the living rooms, creating spaces of unusual grandeur for a pre-war Upper East Side building. A three-step-down vestibule and canopied entrance lead to the recently renovated lobby, maintaining the building's pre-war character while incorporating modern amenities.
Resident services include a 24-hour doorman, live-in resident manager, state-of-the-art gym, common laundry facilities, and private storage. The building permits up to 60% financing and is pet-friendly, with pied-à-terre use allowed subject to board approval. A 3% flip tax is applied to purchases.
The Morgan Studios is one of a pair of very similar buildings on the block, with its sister property located at 170 East 78th Street. While similar in appearance, this building features a slightly more elegant base than its counterpart across the street.
Situated on a quiet, tree-lined street in the heart of the Upper East Side, the location offers convenient access to numerous restaurants, stores, and cultural institutions. Transportation options include the nearby 77th Street and Lexington Avenue subway station and crosstown bus service on 79th Street. Lenox Hill Hospital is also in close proximity.
The building maintains its pre-war integrity while accommodating modern needs, with many apartments featuring updated amenities while preserving original architectural details. Individual units may be modified with board approval, including the addition of in-unit washer/dryers and second bathrooms where feasible.
While the apartments typically don't have numerous rooms, they compensate with impressive living spaces characterized by their exceptional ceiling heights and elegant proportions. The building stands out for its combination of historic character and modern convenience, offering a distinctive living experience in a prime Upper East Side location.
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