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  • $2,804,600

    188 E 78th St APT 5E, New York, NY 10075

    2beds
    1,782sqft
    Condo
    Built in 2000
    -- sqft lot
    $2,804,600 Zestimate®
    $1,574/sqft
    $8,284 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $2,804,600

    $2.55M - $3.09M

    $8,284/mo

    Zestimate® history
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    What's special

    Empire condominiumParty roomLuxury condoPrivate terraceSouth and west exposures

    You really can have it ALL! Exceptional, very spacious, and mint-condition, 2-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom home with a sizeable, private terrace located in a luxury condo in the prime East 70's on the Upper East Side! Renovated by the famed architect-interior designer, Eric Cohler, this 1,782 SF elegant apartment has large and graciously proportioned rooms, bright natural light, oversized windows, abundant closet space, hardwood oak floors, Nest controlled HVAC system in each room, a vented washer-dryer, built-in speakers throughout controlled by Sonos, smart Wi-Fi lighting and beautiful details including crown moldings, wood paneling, recessed lighting, and Jonathan Adler designer lighting fixtures throughout. Enter through a large entry foyer that leads to a spacious gallery with built-in bookshelves with a beautifully appointed powder room. The gorgeous open concept living room flows beautifully throughout and leads to large glass doors that open onto the lovely terrace with southern exposure, approximately 200 SF in size and equipped with running water and electric hookup--ideal for an electric grill, al fresco dining making it a perfect, and peaceful sanctuary. The windowed dining room accommodates a large table ideal for entertaining and is adorned with a built-in window seat sitting area-- a lovely place to curl up with a book and enjoy the European feeling of tree-tops and townhouse views overlooking serene 78th Street. The renovated windowed kitchen features Carrera marble countertops, a Bertazzoni gas range, a Miele dishwasher, a stainless-steel Sub-Zero refrigerator, and a built-in wine fridge. The primary bedroom suite with South and West exposures has two spacious walk-in closets, accommodating a King size bed, and has a gracious layout making it feel like a true oasis. The ensuite renovated windowed bathroom has a marble vanity, heated marble floors, and a built-in linen closet. The secondary bedroom is very large as well with beautiful natural light and Northern exposure and can also accommodate a King size bed or 2 queen-size beds, and has an ensuite, renovated bathroom. Built in 2000, The Empire Condominium is one of the most prestigious white-glove buildings on the Upper East Side and has a 24-hour doorman, resident manager, and luxe amenities including a state-of-the-art gym, a party room, business center, landscaped terrace, children's playroom, an attached garage and is pet friendly. The hallways are being renovated and these capital improvements have already been paid for. *Please note the amount of $1,143 per month in taxes reflects the STAR abatement. The monthly taxes without the STAR abatement are $1,385 per month.

    This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Zillow. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources.

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 2
    • Bathrooms: 3
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    Cooling
    • Central
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Washer
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 1,782 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Parking features: Garage - Attached
    Features
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: City
    Details
    • Parcel number: 014121115

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: Condo
    Condition
    • Year built: 2000

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Features: Doorman
    HOA
    • Has HOA: Yes
    • HOA fee: $3,452 monthly
    Location
    • Region: New York

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $1,574/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $418,313
    • Annual tax amount: $20,314

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    5/19/2022Sold$2,700,000-15.6%$1,515/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    2/28/2022Pending sale$3,200,000$1,796/sqft
    Source: StreetEasy Report a problem
    12/15/2021Price change$3,200,000-8.3%$1,796/sqft
    Source: StreetEasy Report a problem
    11/18/2021Listed for sale$3,488,888+45.4%$1,958/sqft
    Source: StreetEasy Report a problem
    5/3/2017Sold$2,400,000-4%$1,347/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    1/24/2017Pending sale$2,500,000$1,403/sqft
    Source: Corcoran #3687728 Report a problem
    12/30/2016Price change$2,500,000-5.7%$1,403/sqft
    Source: Corcoran #3687728 Report a problem
    11/22/2016Price change$2,650,000-8.6%$1,487/sqft
    Source: Corcoran #3687728 Report a problem
    9/7/2016Price change$2,900,000-6.5%$1,627/sqft
    Source: Corcoran #3687728 Report a problem
    6/16/2016Listed for sale$3,100,000-3.1%$1,740/sqft
    Source: Corcoran #3687728 Report a problem
    8/15/2015Listing removed$10,750$6/sqft
    Source: Town Residential Report a problem
    5/8/2015Listed for rent$10,750$6/sqft
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    8/13/2014Listing removed$10,750$6/sqft
    Source: Town Residential Report a problem
    6/19/2014Price change$10,750-6.5%$6/sqft
    Source: Town Residential, LLC Report a problem
    6/5/2014Listed for rent$11,500+7%$6/sqft
    Source: Town Fifth Avenue Report a problem
    3/4/2014Listing removed$3,200,000$1,796/sqft
    Source: The Corcoran Group #2584154 Report a problem
    11/15/2013Listing removed$10,750$6/sqft
    Source: Corcoran Report a problem
    11/15/2013Listed for sale$3,200,000$1,796/sqft
    Source: Corcoran #2584154 Report a problem
    10/31/2013Listed for rent$10,750$6/sqft
    Source: Corcoran Report a problem
    6/2/2013Listing removed$3,200,000$1,796/sqft
    Source: The Corcoran Group #2584154 Report a problem
    5/14/2013Listed for sale$3,200,000+6.8%$1,796/sqft
    Source: The Corcoran Group #257275 Report a problem
    2/28/2007Sold$2,995,000+13%$1,681/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    9/28/2006Sold$2,650,000$1,487/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    6/1/2005Sold$2,650,000+55.9%$1,487/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    9/29/2003Sold$1,700,000+46.4%$954/sqft
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    3/27/2001Sold$1,161,000$652/sqft
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    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$20,314 +4.9%$188,241 +10.2%
    2024$19,362 +5.2%$170,836 +6.6%
    2023$18,406 $160,272 +1.7%
    2022-- $157,652 +16.3%
    2021-- $135,545 -9.7%
    2020-- $150,064 +2.3%
    2019$13,909 -13.7%$146,691 +4.4%
    2018$16,111 +2.4%$140,553 0%
    2017$15,737 +1.9%$140,601 +5.8%
    2016$15,436 $132,956 +15.6%
    2015$15,436 +59.2%$115,027 +5%
    2014$9,695 $109,576 -9%
    2013-- $120,469 -0.1%
    2012-- $120,628 -0.4%
    2011-- $121,059 +7.4%
    2010-- $112,721 -3.9%
    2009-- $117,287
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: Upper East Side

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