188 East 78th Street #14C
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188 East 78th Street #14C

Upper East Side, Manhattan, NY 10075

  • 5 Rooms
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1,681 Sqft

188 East 78th Street #14C
Upper East Side, Manhattan, NY 10075

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Condo HIGHLIGHTS

  • Listing Status

    Sold

  • Property Type

    Condo

  • Building

    Empire, The

  • Exposure

    East, North, West

  • Doorman

    Yes

  • Pets Allowed

    Yes

  • Year Built

    2000

  • Maintenance/CC

    $2,221

  • Financing Allowed

    90%

  • RE Tax

    $19,044

Listing courtesy of Gene Fein of Stribling & Associates Ltd.

THE RESIDENCE This five room home, located in one of the Upper East Side's most distinguished condominiums, is a rare and unique find. With 9' ceilings and wrap-around windows you will experience stunning light streaming from three exposures and two Juliette Balconies that take in a peek of the park and city scapes. This unique and architecturally spectacular home has been renovated to perfection with its' clean modern lines, contemporary finishes, and sense of tranquility. Custom millwork and white oak floors extend throughout the apartment making every single detail completely thought out.

Step thru the front door of this 2014 meticulously renovated apartment. In front of you is an expansive central foyer and living room that wiil exceed all expectations and set the tone for the modern elegance of this space.

The dining and kitchen have been seamlessly combined. English Windsor wood solid single-slab dining table is a work of art that extends 168" into the Poliform kitchen where you have cabinets made of natural oak and glass. The countertops are of Cesar Stone and the floor is of polished concrete. All appliances are stainless steel from Gaggenau. The rangehood is from Futuro. The cook top includes a Teppanyaki Grill. The washer/dryer is Bosch. There is also a perfectly situated Gaggenau wine refrigerator.

The corner master bedroom provides a modern minimalist sanctuary with custom-fit closets, one of which is a walk-in, windowed ensuite bath featuring double limestone sinks, an electric commode by Duravit, heated towel rack, and Hansgrohe Axor Citterio faucets. The walk-in shower has a Dorinbracht polished chrome rainshower head. The second bath has similar finishes.

The second bedroom is situated on the opposite side of the apartment and has been expanded with additional storage.

Every technological advancement has been incorporated and is run by a Crestron System with automated lights, shades, audio visual, and HVAC components all of which have been carefully placed.

THE BUILDING This condominium consists of 71 residential apartments, 1 superintendent apartment, and 2 commercial units. Additional features include a doorman, attended lobby, state of the art fitness center, garage, private garden, children's playroom, business center, bike room, and private screening/dining/meeting room(s). Pets are permitted.
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  • Bathrooms Total

    2

  • Bedrooms Total

    2

  • Building

    Empire, The

  • City Region

    Manhattan

  • Listing Status

    Sold

  • Living Area

    1,681 Sqft

  • MLS #

    Rls10088046

  • Neighborhood

    Upper East Side

  • Property Type

    Condo

  • View Features

    Park & Street

  • Year Built

    2000

  • Building Name

    EMPIRE, THE

  • Total Number of Units

    72

  • Total Stories

    32

  • Year Built

    2000

  • Common Interest

    Condominium

  • Pets Allowed

    Yes

  • Neighborhood

    Upper East Side

  • Exposure

    East, North, West

  • Garage

    Yes

  • Annual Taxes

    $19,044

  • Financing Allowed

    90%

  • Maintenance/CC

    $2,221

  • Inclusions

    Assessment of $252.95 through December 2016

  • Total Rooms

    5

  • Cross Street

    Third Avenue & Lexington Avenue

  • Attendance

    Doorman Full Time, Lobby Attendant Full Time

  • Elevators

    3

in US Dollars

%

Total/Month

  • Principal & Interest
  • Property Taxes (monthly) $1,587
  • Maintenance / Common Charges $2,221

 *The values provided are approximate. For more precise information, please contact a BHS agent who can offer further assistance.

188 East 78th Street #14C

Location

Nearby Transit

  • 4 6 6X

    at 77 St

    0.08 miles

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Upper East Side
Neighborhood

Upper East Side

The Upper East Side of Manhattan is a refined, culturally rich neighborhood known for its elegance, history, and timeless charm. Bordered by Central Park and the East River, it features the famed Museum Mile, home to institutions like...

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