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The Empire

188 E 78th St, New York, NY 10075 – Upper East Side

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About The Empire

The Empire offers a mixture of quality and design. Located at 188 E 78th St in New York, this community has much to offer its residents. From pricing to features, the leasing team is available to help you find your new home. Give us a call now to see everything we have to offer.

The Empire is an apartment community located in Manhattan County and the 10075 ZIP Code. This area is served by the New York City Geographic District # 2 attendance zone.

Community Amenities

Fitness Center

Laundry Facilities

Elevator

Doorman

  • Laundry Facilities
  • Doorman
  • Elevator
  • Fitness Center
  • Bicycle Storage
  • Roof Terrace
  • Courtyard

Apartment Features

Air Conditioning

Hardwood Floors

Refrigerator

Tub/Shower

  • Air Conditioning
  • Tub/Shower
  • Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
  • Kitchen
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Hardwood Floors

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Property Information

  • Built in 2000
  • 72 units/31 stories
Location
Property Address: 188 E 78th St, New York,
NY 10075
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Neighborhood

Welcome to NYC’s Upper East Side, a neighborhood renowned for its posh reputation. Made up of several smaller communities, renters can choose from Carnegie Hill, Lenox Hill, and Yorkville. If you’re looking to find an apartment in NYC’s Upper East Side, you may already know that they are notorious for their luxury amenities and high price points. However, apartments at more affordable price points can be found in the neighborhood as well.

Wondering if it’s a good idea to make the move to the Upper East Side? First understand what the neighborhood has in store. This notable neighborhood offers a variety of attractions for residents and visitors alike. Stroll through the sidewalks of Museum Mile and explore the countless local restaurants and specialty boutiques. Make a stop at the iconic Metropolitan Museum of Art, and take in New York’s famous Fifth Avenue.

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Amenities
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Doorman
  • Elevator
  • Roof Terrace
  • Courtyard
  • Fitness Center
  • Bicycle Storage
  • Air Conditioning
  • Tub/Shower
  • Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
  • Kitchen
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Hardwood Floors
Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Marymount Manhattan College
Walk: 8 min 0.4 mi
Hunter College
Walk: 12 min 0.6 mi
Weill Cornell Medical College
Walk: 16 min 0.8 mi
LIM College
Drive: 6 min 1.7 mi
The Empire is within 8 minutes or 0.4 mile from Marymount Manhattan College. It is also near Hunter College and Weill Cornell Medical College.
Schools
P.S. 158 Baylard Taylor
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
644 Students
Attendance Zone
9
Out of 10
Jhs 167 Robert F Wagner
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
1,019 Students
Attendance Zone
8
Out of 10
Eleanor Roosevelt High School
Public High School
Grades 9-12
541 Students
Nearby
10
Out of 10
The Cathedral School
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-8
53 Students
Nearby
Birch Wathen Lenox School
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades K-12
576 Students
Nearby
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Transportation

Transportation options available in New York include 77 Street (4,6 Line), located 0.1 miles from The Empire. The Empire is near Laguardia, located 7.6 miles or 18 minutes away, and Newark Liberty International, located 16.7 miles or 26 minutes away.

Transit / Subway Distance
Transit / Subway Distance
77 Street (4,6 Line)
Walk: 2 min 0.1 mi
72 St
Walk: 8 min 0.5 mi
86 Street (4,5,6 Line)
Walk: 9 min 0.5 mi
86 St
Walk: 10 min 0.6 mi
68 Street-Hunter College
Walk: 11 min 0.6 mi
Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Grand Central
Drive: 6 min 1.9 mi
Grand Central Terminal
Drive: 7 min 2.1 mi
33 St (Path)
Drive: 10 min 3.1 mi
Hunterspoint Avenue Station
Drive: 9 min 3.4 mi
Long Island City Station
Drive: 10 min 3.8 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
Laguardia
 Drive: 18 min 7.6 mi
Newark Liberty International
 Drive: 26 min 16.7 mi

Walkability Near The Empire

Walker's Paradise
98
Walk Score®
Out of 100
Lace up your walking shoes because this area is considered a walker’s paradise.
Rider's Paradise
100
Transit Score®
Out of 100
Living in this area is considered a rider’s paradise, with world-class transportation.
Very Bikeable
85
Bike Score®
Out of 100
This area is very Bikeable. You’ll find a variety of bike paths and lanes.
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from The Empire.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Savoy Plaza
Drive: 4 min 1.2 mi
Grand Central Terminal
Drive: 7 min 2.1 mi
E Walk
Drive: 8 min 2.8 mi
The Empire has 3 shopping centers within 2.8 miles, which is about a 8-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
John Jay Park
 Walk: 12 min 0.6 mi
St. Catherine's Park
 Drive: 3 min 1.1 mi
Central Park Zoo
 Drive: 3 min 1.2 mi
Central Park
 Drive: 4 min 1.4 mi
Carl Schurz Park
 Drive: 4 min 1.5 mi
The Empire has 5 parks within 1.5 miles, including John Jay Park, St. Catherine's Park, and Carl Schurz Park.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Lenox Hill Hospital
Walk: 3 min 0.2 mi
Hospital for Special Surgery
Walk: 17 min 0.9 mi
New York - Presbyterian Hospital
Walk: 19 min 1.0 mi
The Empire has 3 hospitals within 1.0 miles, the nearest is Lenox Hill Hospital which is 0.2 miles away and a 3 minutes walk.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Governors Island Support Center
Drive: 18 min 8.8 mi
Fort Totten US Govt Reservation
Drive: 28 min 14.1 mi
The Empire is 8.8 miles from Governors Island Support Center, and is convenient to other military bases, including Fort Totten US Govt Reservation.
 
 
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What neighborhood is the property located in?

The Empire is in the city of New York. Here you’ll find three shopping centers within 2.8 miles of the property.Five parks are within 1.5 miles, including John Jay Park, St. Catherine's Park, and Carl Schurz Park.

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