12 East 88th Street, Unit PH11/12B
Description
Imagine a once-in-a-lifetime, blank-slate opportunity to craft an unrivaled penthouse residence just off Fifth Avenue and across the street from the Guggenheim. This ESTATE CONDITION Carnegie Hill three-bedroom, three-and-a-half-bath, Gilded Age duplex delivers all that and more with regal pre-war details including a wood-burning fireplace, large private terrace and modern condominium amenities in a full-service Rosario Candela building, just steps from Fifth Avenue.
Offered in white...***SPONSOR SALE***
Imagine a once-in-a-lifetime, blank-slate opportunity to craft an unrivaled penthouse residence just off Fifth Avenue and across the street from the Guggenheim. This ESTATE CONDITION Carnegie Hill three-bedroom, three-and-a-half-bath, Gilded Age duplex delivers all that and more with regal pre-war details including a wood-burning fireplace, large private terrace and modern condominium amenities in a full-service Rosario Candela building, just steps from Fifth Avenue.
Offered in white box condition, this expansive residence invites you to let your imagination run wild while creating a glamorous penthouse worthy of its refined surroundings. A gracious foyer flanked by a powder room, coat closet and elegant curved staircase makes a dramatic first impression. Ahead, the living and dining rooms welcome lavish gatherings alongside north-facing windows and a wide east-facing terrace with incredible light. A large kitchen completes the main-floor layout. Above, an owner's suite offers bright double exposures and an en suite windowed bath; the two secondary bedrooms also include private windowed baths. The home also offers an in-unit washer and dryer.
Designed by Candela in 1931, 12 East 88th was converted to condominium ownership in 2017. Today's residents enjoy a classic canopy entry, full-time doorman/concierge service, a resident manager, a package room, laundry, resident lounge, plus a state-of-the-art-gym and children's playroom that opens into a landscaped garden terrace. This home also comes with a storage unit.
From its revered position between Fifth and Madison Avenues, this home embraces both residential serenity and easy accessibility to the coveted Upper East Side lifestyle. Wonderful boutiques and cafés line nearby 86th Street and Madison. Central Park and the Reservoir unfold just feet from the front door, and revered Museum Mile institutions, including the Guggenheim, Neue Galerie and the Met, put breathtaking art just minutes away. Transportation is effortless, with 4/5/6 and Q trains, excellent bus service and Citi Bike all within reach.
Taxes shown are for primary resident owners. Non-primary resident owners pay $3364.56
Amenities
- Full-Time Doorman
- Concierge
- City Views
- Private Terrace
- Common Outdoor Space
- Gym
- Playroom
- Common Media / Recreation Room
Property Details for 12 East 88th Street, Unit PH11/12B
| Status | Sold |
|---|---|
| Days on Market | 112 |
| Taxes | $2,478 / month |
| Common Charges | $4,237 / month |
| Min. Down Pymt | 10% |
| Total Rooms | 8.0 |
| Compass Type | Condo |
| MLS Type | Condominium |
| Year Built | 1931 |
| County | New York County |
| Buyer's Agent Compensation | 2.5% |
Building
12 E 88th St
Location
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Building Information for 12 East 88th Street, Unit PH11/12B
Payment Calculator
$30,758 per month
30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest
$24,043
$2,478
$4,237
Property History for 12 East 88th Street, Unit PH11/12B
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 17, 2025 | Sold Manual | $4,325,000 | — |
| Sep 18, 2025 | Contract Signed Manual | — | |
| May 29, 2025 | Listed (Active) Manual | $5,000,000 | — |
| Feb 9, 2023 | Price Change Manual | $4,794,400 | — |
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/17/2025 | Sold Manual | $4,325,000 |
| 09/18/2025 | Contract Signed Manual | — |
| 05/29/2025 | Listed (Active) Manual | $5,000,000 |
| 02/09/2023 | Price Change Manual | $4,794,400 |
For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Schools near 12 East 88th Street, Unit PH11/12B
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | PK to 5 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
P.S. 6 Lillie D Blake PublicPK to 5 | ||
Nyc Lab Ms For Collaborative Studies Public6 to 8 | ||
Lower Manhattan Community Middle School Public6 to 8 | ||
Jhs 167 Robert F Wagner Public6 to 8 |
School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.
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