NOT LISTED FOR SALE

The Empire 188 E 78th St Unit 30B New York, NY 10075

Metropolitan Hill Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $3,329,000 - $6,209,000

3 Beds
3.5 Baths
2,601 Sq Ft
2000 Built

Highlights

  • Concierge
  • 2-minute walk to 77 Street (4,6 Line)
  • City View
  • P.S. 158 The Bayard Taylor School Rated A
  • Rooftop Deck
  • Sauna

About This Home

As of March 2024

U

nique features and breathtaking views throughout make this three bedroom, three and a half bath a special place to call home. The stunning Upper East Side unit boasts tons of natural light, crown moldings and high ceilings. A gallery hallway leads through to the primary bedroom suite. The massive space is complete with not one, but two walk-in closets, an en-suite bathroom, and a private balcony facing Central Park. The other two bedrooms are both spacious and have their own en-suite bathrooms as well. The unit features a beautiful eat in kitchen and separate dining room. Just off the dining room, the expansive living space boasts tons of natural light and a second balcony facing east.

The Empire is a stunning condominium in the heart of the Upper East side. In addition to local shopping and fine dining, the condo offers a full floor of amenities for residence to enjoy such as a fitness center, playroom, screening room, dining room, outdoor terrace, and garden.

Last Agent to Rent the Property

Kristen Suh

Corcoran Group License #10401297925 Listed on: 01/18/2024

Corcoran Group

Condo Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $63,691

Year Built

  • Built in 2000

Parking

  • Garage

Interior Spaces

  • 2,601 Sq Ft Home
  • Washer Dryer Allowed

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Additional Features

  • Balcony
  • No Cooling

Listing and Financial Details

  • Property Available on 1/15/24
  • Legal Lot and Block 1170 / 01412

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association
  • 72 Units
  • High-Rise Condominium
  • The Empire Condos
  • Lenox Hill Subdivision
  • 32-Story Property

Amenities

  • Concierge
  • Rooftop Deck
  • Courtyard
  • Sauna
  • Children's Playroom

Condo Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$63,691

Year Built

Built in 2000

Lot Details

0

Rental Info

  • Land Lease: No
  • Furnished: Unfurnished
  • Available Date: 2024-01-15

Listing Details

  • Property SubType: Apartment
  • Property Type: Residential Lease
  • Neighborhood: Lenox Hill
  • Entry Level: 30
  • Structure Type: High Rise
  • ResoPropertyType: ResidentialLease
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Stories: 32

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Washer Dryer Allowed
  • Fireplace: No
  • Living Area: 2601.0
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Rooms (Total): 6
  • Basement: No
  • Basement: Other

Beds/Baths

  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Bathrooms Integer: 4
  • Bedrooms: 3

Exterior Features

  • View: City
  • View: Yes
  • Exterior Features: Building Courtyard, Balcony, Building Roof Deck
  • Patio/Porch Features: None, Balcony

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: Yes

Utilities

  • Laundry Features: Building In Basement
  • Green Building Features: Common Playroom, Concierge, Green Building, Sauna
  • Cooling: Other
  • Cooling: No

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Common Charge/Maintenance Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association: No
  • Common Interest: Condominium
  • ResoAssociationFeeFrequency: Monthly

Building Info

  • New Construction: No
  • Building Name: THE EMPIRE
  • Community Features: Sauna
  • Units: 72
  • Spa Features: Sauna
  • Total Stories: 32
  • Year Built: 2000

Tax Info

  • Tax Block: 01412
  • Tax Lot: 1170

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 22, 2016
Sold by
Ostad Alaleh and Ostad Ariel
Bought by
Datso Llc
Current Estimated Value
$4,883,454

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 11, 2004
Sold by
Preletz Michael O
Bought by
Ostad Alaleh and Ostad Ariel

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$2,950,500
Interest Rate
6.02%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 20, 2001
Sold by
Famous 5 Empire 30 Llc
Bought by
Preletz Michael O

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 23, 2001
Sold by
Rfd Third Avenue I Associates Llc
Bought by
Famous Five Empire 301 Llc
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Datso Llc -- --
Ostad Alaleh $4,550,000 --
Preletz Michael O -- --
Famous Five Empire 301 Llc $3,818,500 First American Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Ostad Alaleh $50,000
Previous Owner Ostad Alaleh $34,842
Previous Owner Ostad Alaleh $2,950,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
03/18/2024 03/18/24 Rented $20,000 0.0% --
03/18/2024 03/18/24 Under Contract -- -- --
02/29/2024 02/29/24 Price Changed $20,000 -2.4% $8 / Sq Ft
01/18/2024 01/18/24 For Rent $20,500 0.0% --
11/28/2023 11/28/23 For Rent $20,500 0.0% --
11/23/2023 11/23/23 Off Market $20,500 -- --
11/05/2023 11/05/23 Under Contract -- -- --
11/05/2023 11/05/23 Rented $20,000 -2.4% --
10/11/2023 10/11/23 Price Changed $20,500 -6.8% $8 / Sq Ft
10/10/2023 10/10/23 Price Changed $22,000 -18.5% $8 / Sq Ft
08/15/2023 08/15/23 For Rent $27,000 +31.7% --
03/01/2019 03/01/19 Rented -- -- --
01/30/2019 01/30/19 Under Contract -- -- --
01/16/2019 01/16/19 For Rent $20,500 -8.9% --
11/27/2018 11/27/18 Rented -- -- --
10/28/2018 10/28/18 Under Contract -- -- --
03/06/2018 03/06/18 For Rent $22,500 -- --
05/04/2013 05/04/13 Rented -- -- --
Source: Real Estate Board of New York (REBNY)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $63,691 $534,559 $83,544 $451,015
2024 $63,691 $509,443 $83,544 $425,899
2023 $61,705 $493,559 $83,544 $410,015
2022 $58,658 $518,584 $83,544 $435,040
2021 $54,694 $445,863 $83,544 $362,319
2020 $57,717 $493,624 $83,544 $410,080
2019 $56,075 $482,529 $83,544 $398,985
2018 $53,445 $462,337 $83,544 $378,793
2017 $51,765 $462,497 $83,545 $378,952
2016 $50,775 $437,349 $83,544 $353,805
2015 $20,959 $378,371 $83,544 $294,827
2014 $20,959 $360,441 $83,544 $276,897
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Kristen Suh

    Landlord's Agent in 2024

    Kristen Suh

    Corcoran Group

    (347) 913-2012

    2 Total Sales

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  • Leslie Modell

    Seller's Agent in 2019

    Leslie Modell

    Sothebys International Realty

    (212) 606-7668

    6 in this area

    54 Total Sales

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  • Cathy Taub

    Seller's Agent in 2013

    Cathy Taub

    Sothebys International Realty

    (917) 855-8466

    2 in this area

    64 Total Sales

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About The Empire

Map

Source: Real Estate Board of New York (REBNY)

MLS Number: RLS10948025

Real Estate Board of New York (REBNY)

APN: 1412-1170

New York New York County New York 10075 Metropolitan Hill

188 E 78th St Unit 30B, New York, NY

This home is located at 188 E 78th St Unit 30B, New York, NY 10075 since 18 January 2024 and is currently priced at $5,055,996. This property was built in 2000. 188 E 78th St Unit 30B is a home located in New York County with nearby schools including P.S. 158 The Bayard Taylor School, Robert F Wagner Middle School, and Clinton School.

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