Under Contract – Backup offers may be accepted
188 E 78TH Street #5D
MLS® #RLS20054518
Listing by Coldwell Banker Warburg
2
Bedrooms
2.5
Baths
1,500
Sq. Ft.
2000
Year Built
Quick Summary
Property Highlights
- Views: City
- Exposure: East,North facing
- Climate Control: Other
Property Details
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.
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About Lenox Hill
View All Lenox Hill ListingsLenox 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 wide-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
View NeighborhoodActive Listings
578
Median Asking Price
$1.37M
Median $/Sqft
$1,424
Avg Days on Market
N/A
New This Week
29
Price Reduced
31%
Sold (30 Days)
67
Median Sale Price
$1.35M
Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 4/17/26, 5:50 AM EST
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Location
188 E 78TH Street #5D, Lenox Hill, New York County
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