12 East 88th Street, Unit 8A
Description
This expansive apartment is thoughtfully designed for both gracious entertaining and comfortable daily living. A welcoming gallery foyer leads to beautifully proportioned living and dining spaces, including a separate formal dining room ideal for hosting elegant gatherings or intimate dinners....Perfectly positioned on a coveted Central Park block, Residence 8A, a 4 bedroom 4.5 bathroom home offers an exceptional blend of pre-war elegance and modern luxury in a distinguished full-service condominium.
This expansive apartment is thoughtfully designed for both gracious entertaining and comfortable daily living. A welcoming gallery foyer leads to beautifully proportioned living and dining spaces, including a separate formal dining room ideal for hosting elegant gatherings or intimate dinners.
The gourmet marble kitchen is a chef’s dream, featuring premium appliances, ample storage and abundant counter space, seamlessly combining style and functionality.
Each bedroom has an en-suite bathroom with radiant heated floors, closets outfitted by California Closets, and custom blinds.
Classic pre-war architectural elements— elegant moldings, and refined proportions—are complemented by modern upgrades throughout, creating a sophisticated yet inviting atmosphere.
Residents enjoy the amenities of a full-service building, including a 24-hour doorman, fitness center, children’s playroom, bike room, and resident manager. Located just moments from Central Park, museums, dining, and shopping destinations of the Upper East Side, this residence offers a rare opportunity to live in one of Manhattan’s most prestigious neighborhoods.
Listing Agent
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Amenities
- Full-Time Doorman
- Concierge
- Common Outdoor Space
- Gym
- Playroom
- Common Media / Recreation Room
- Sound System
- Hardwood Floors
- Elevator
- Washer / Dryer in Unit
- Laundry in Building
- Central AC
- Formal Dining Room
- Powder Room
- Renovated Kitchen and Bath
- Marble Kitchen Counter
- Chef's Kitchen
- Marble Bathroom
- Northern Exposure
- Southern Exposure
- California Closet
- Bike Room
- Private Storage Included
- Primary Ensuite with Separate Shower
- Primary Ensuite with Separate Tub
- Separate Vanities
- Soaking Tub
- Central Heating
- Smart Thermostat
- Midrise
- Smart Home
- Common Courtyard
- Highrise
Property Details for 12 East 88th Street, Unit 8A
| Status | Contract Signed |
|---|---|
| Days on Market | 14 |
| Taxes | $4,309 / month |
| Common Charges | $5,701 / month |
| Min. Down Pymt | 10% |
| Total Rooms | 7.0 |
| Property Type | Condo |
| MLS Type | Condominium |
| Year Built | 1931 |
| County | New York County |
| Buyer's Agent Compensation | 2.5% |
Building
12 E 88th St
Location
Building Information for 12 East 88th Street, Unit 8A
Payment Calculator
$46,832 per month
30 year fixed, 6.46% Interest
$36,822
$4,309
$5,701
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1Property History for 12 East 88th Street, Unit 8A
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 04/10/2026 | Contract Signed Manual | — |
| 03/27/2026 | Listed (Active) Manual | $6,500,000 |
| 05/01/2024 | Temporarily Off Market Manual | — |
| 01/16/2024 | Price Change Manual | $6,500,000 |
| 11/28/2023 | Listed (Active) Manual | $6,795,000 |
| 10/19/2023 | Temporarily Off Market Manual | — |
| 10/16/2023 | Listed (Active) Manual | $6,895,000 |
| 10/16/2023 | Temporarily Off Market Manual | — |
| 07/10/2023 | Listed (Active) Manual | $6,999,000 |
| 07/08/2023 | Temporarily Off Market Manual | — |
| 05/26/2023 | Price Change Manual | $7,200,000 |
| 04/10/2023 | Listed (Active) Manual | $7,450,000 |
| 08/04/2022 | Temporarily Off Market Manual | — |
| 06/02/2022 | Price Change Manual | $7,995,000 |
| 03/08/2022 | Listed (Active) Manual | $8,200,000 |
| 08/23/2017 | $7,366,613 |
For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 12 East 88th Street, Unit 8A
Schools near 12 East 88th Street, Unit 8A
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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