It goes without saying at this point, but If this weekend's Open House Tour is any indication, the Lower East Side sure ain't what it used to be. Where vacant lots once sprawled, condos with $4.39 million penthouses (pictured above) now soar. Where methadone clinics once festered, condos with $2.35 million two-beds now triumph. Where flophouses once teemed, condos with $2 million two-beds now proudly proclaim, "We are here! Glory be to us! Glory be to tax-abatement!"
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Weekend Open House Tour: Lower East Side

115 Allen Street #PHA
Open House: Sunday, 1:00-3:00
Size: 4BR/2BA
Price: $4,395,000 ($3,793 cc/taxes)
The Pitch: "This top of the line penthouse, built by the developer of the building, includes a loft-like living room with wood-burning fireplace, drop-down movie player/screening room and American Cherry floors."
109 Norfolk Street #3
Open House: Sunday, 12:00-1:00
Size: 2BR/2BA
Price: $2,275,000 ($1,603 cc/taxes)
The Pitch: "Spanning over 1400 square feet, this floor-through two bedroom, two bathroom loft has a private balcony and captures maximum sunlight while providing the most optimal views."
153 Bowery #3
Open House: Sunday, 12:00-1:30
Size: 2BR/2BA
Price: $1,995,000 ($1,493 cc/taxes)
The Pitch: "The amenity most in demand in today's market is private outdoor space, and this extraordinary home has a 488 square foot, beautifully landscaped, fully outfitted terrace."
38 Delancey Street #8A
Open House: Sunday, 1:00-3:00
Size: 2BR/1.5BA
Price: $1,350,000 ($1,235 cc/taxes)
The Pitch: "Live in this new luxury full service building. 24 hr doorman, 2 extraordinary exposures with your own private balcony."
500 Grand Street #B12D
Open House: Sunday, 12:00-3:00
Size: 2BR/1.5BA
Price: $965,000 ($1,323 maint.)
The Pitch: "2-bedroom unit with 1.5 baths, converted to 1-bedroom plus large Great Room with open floor plan - great for entertaining!"