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136 E 56th St

136 E 56th St, Manhattan, NY, 10022

YEAR BUILT

1962

# STORIES

16

# TOTAL UNITS

78

UNIT SIZE RANGE

500-2,000 sqft

Description

136 E 56th St stands tall in Midtown Manhattan, right by East 60th Street and 2nd Avenue. This 16-story high-rise building contains 78 units, ranging in size from 500 to 2,000 square feet. The vibrant city view adds to the appeal of this location. The East River also lies within reach, contributing to the urban landscape. Built in 1962, this building provides a mix of 1, 2, and 3-bedroom units. Prices for these homes vary from about $1,575,000 to $1,595,000. The average price per square foot is $922. The lowest sold price in the last year was approximately $485,000, with an average closed price around $1,201,250. Units in the building typically stay on the market for about 289 days. The building has several reliable features. A 24-hour doorman adds to security, and the live-in superintendent helps with maintenance. Laundry facilities and bike storage support everyday living. Residents can also find a parking garage inside the building and enjoy pet-friendly policies. Flexible subletting and purchasing options are available. Recent renovations include a limestone façade refresh, and upcoming plans include lobby and hallway upgrades. Homes may offer high ceilings and floor-to-ceiling windows, enhancing the bright and spacious feel. Dining options nearby include K BBQ, Pizza by Certe LLC, and Jted 56 Inc. This building lies close to major shopping spots like Bloomingdale's and Whole Foods. Various subway lines, including the E, M, 4/5/6, and N/Q/R/W, provide easy travel around the city. This location offers a blend of residential comfort with the excitement of city life nearby. Urban amenities, including cultural destinations and fine dining, add further charm to this property.

Building ImageMLS ID #RLS20058259
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136 E 56th St

136 E 56th St, Manhattan, NY, 10022

YEAR BUILT

1962

# STORIES

16

# TOTAL UNITS

78

UNIT SIZE RANGE

500-2,000 sqft

Description

136 E 56th St stands tall in Midtown Manhattan, right by East 60th Street and 2nd Avenue. This 16-story high-rise building contains 78 units, ranging in size from 500 to 2,000 square feet. The vibrant city view adds to the appeal of this location. The East River also lies within reach, contributing to the urban landscape. Built in 1962, this building provides a mix of 1, 2, and 3-bedroom units. Prices for these homes vary from about $1,575,000 to $1,595,000. The average price per square foot is $922. The lowest sold price in the last year was approximately $485,000, with an average closed price around $1,201,250. Units in the building typically stay on the market for about 289 days. The building has several reliable features. A 24-hour doorman adds to security, and the live-in superintendent helps with maintenance. Laundry facilities and bike storage support everyday living. Residents can also find a parking garage inside the building and enjoy pet-friendly policies. Flexible subletting and purchasing options are available. Recent renovations include a limestone façade refresh, and upcoming plans include lobby and hallway upgrades. Homes may offer high ceilings and floor-to-ceiling windows, enhancing the bright and spacious feel. Dining options nearby include K BBQ, Pizza by Certe LLC, and Jted 56 Inc. This building lies close to major shopping spots like Bloomingdale's and Whole Foods. Various subway lines, including the E, M, 4/5/6, and N/Q/R/W, provide easy travel around the city. This location offers a blend of residential comfort with the excitement of city life nearby. Urban amenities, including cultural destinations and fine dining, add further charm to this property.

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Description

136 E 56th St stands tall in Midtown Manhattan, right by East 60th Street and 2nd Avenue. This 16-story high-rise building contains 78 units, ranging in size from 500 to 2,000 square feet. The vibrant city view adds to the appeal of this location. The East River also lies within reach, contributing to the urban landscape. Built in 1962, this building provides a mix of 1, 2, and 3-bedroom units. Prices for these homes vary from about $1,575,000 to $1,595,000. The average price per square foot is $922. The lowest sold price in the last year was approximately $485,000, with an average closed price around $1,201,250. Units in the building typically stay on the market for about 289 days. The building has several reliable features. A 24-hour doorman adds to security, and the live-in superintendent helps with maintenance. Laundry facilities and bike storage support everyday living. Residents can also find a parking garage inside the building and enjoy pet-friendly policies. Flexible subletting and purchasing options are available. Recent renovations include a limestone façade refresh, and upcoming plans include lobby and hallway upgrades. Homes may offer high ceilings and floor-to-ceiling windows, enhancing the bright and spacious feel. Dining options nearby include K BBQ, Pizza by Certe LLC, and Jted 56 Inc. This building lies close to major shopping spots like Bloomingdale's and Whole Foods. Various subway lines, including the E, M, 4/5/6, and N/Q/R/W, provide easy travel around the city. This location offers a blend of residential comfort with the excitement of city life nearby. Urban amenities, including cultural destinations and fine dining, add further charm to this property.

136 E 56th St Market Stats Last 12 months

Avg. Listed Price$985,625($926/Sqft.)
Avg. Sale Price$1,201,250($922/Sqft.)
Year over year list priceUp Arrow134.67%
Year over year sale priceUp Arrow 88.43%
Total Listings8 Listed
Total sold4 Sold
Average Days on Market289 days
Average HOA fees per sqft$1 /monthly
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Market Stats

Year over year list priceUp Arrow134.67%
Year over year sale priceUp Arrow88.43%
Total Listings8 Listed
Total sold4 Sold
Average Days on Market289 days
Average HOA fees per sqft$1 /monthly

Glen Gardens Estate Availability & Demand

Unit Availability

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Unit Demand

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Units in high-demand buildings sell quicker.

Unit Demand is a measure of quickly units in a particular building sell as compared with other buildings in the neighborhood. Units in high-demand buildings sell more quickly.

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136 E 56th St Inventory & Sale History

UnitSize (sqft)BedsBathsDays On MarketDateStatusPrice
Unit 14C14C-22752025-08-27
MLS#: RLS20031025 		Closed$1,575,000
Unit 4EF4EF1500331342025-05-21
MLS#: RLS11027474 		Closed$1,595,000
Unit 15C15C-223282016-10-22
MLS#: RLS10477367 		Closed-
Unit 14C
14C

2 Beds

2 Baths

- sqft

DateStatusPrice
2025-08-27Closed$1,575,000
MLS#: RLS20031025
Days On Market75
Unit 15C
15C

2 Beds

2 Baths

0 sqft

DateStatusPrice
2016-10-22Closed$NaN
MLS#: RLS10477367
Days On Market328
Unit 4EF
4EF

3 Beds

3 Baths

1500 sqft

DateStatusPrice
2025-05-21Closed$1,595,000
MLS#: RLS11027474
Days On Market134
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Amenities

Though specific amenities weren’t provided, one can expect features that align with urban living standards. Many Manhattan condos include essentials like laundry facilities, secure entrances, and perhaps a rooftop deck for those rare quiet evenings. Imagine unwinding with friends as the sun sets over the skyline—sounds perfect, right? The building friendly policies extend a warm welcome to both cats and dogs, making it an appealing choice for pet lovers!

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Amenities Description

Though specific amenities weren’t provided, one can expect features that align with urban living standards. Many Manhattan condos include essentials like laundry facilities, secure entrances, and perhaps a rooftop deck for those rare quiet evenings. Imagine unwinding with friends as the sun sets over the skyline—sounds perfect, right? The building friendly policies extend a warm welcome to both cats and dogs, making it an appealing choice for pet lovers!

Parking
Parking
Locker
Locker
Concierge
Concierge
Elevator(s)
Elevator(s)
Central AC
Central AC
Pool
Pool
Fitness Center
Fitness Center
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Visitors Parking
Visitors Parking

Policies

Speaking of pets, you’ll be happy to know that the building allows both cats and dogs! This makes it a great option for young professionals and families with four-legged friends looking to find their next home sweet home in the bustling heart of Manhattan. It’s one of those little things that can make a big difference.

Pet Allowed
Pet Allowed
BBQ Permitted
BBQ Permitted
Sublet Allowed
Sublet Allowed
Short-term Rental Allowed
Short-term Rental Allowed

Compare with Buildings in the Neighbourhood (Last 12 Months)

Compare building's average price/sq. ft. and HOA fees/sq. ft. to buildings nearby

Building NameAvg price per square footAVG HOA FEE per square foot (Monthly)
136 E 56th St$922/sqft.$1 /sqft.
140 E 56th St$1,131/sqft.$2 /sqft.
465 Park Ave$816/sqft.$1 /sqft.
153 E 57th St$900/sqft.$1 /sqft.
135 E 54th St Unit 11abc$1,073/sqft.$1 /sqft.
117 E 57th St$1,062/sqft.$1 /sqft.

Nearby Schools

Discover top-rated schools located close to 136 E 56th St.

Art and Design High School

B-
Public|Grades 9–12
231 E 56th St # 24...|0.3 miles away

P.S. 59 Beekman Hill International School

A
Public|Grades KG–5
231 E 56th St # 24...|0.3 miles away

Cathedral High School

--
Private|Grades 9–12
350 E 56th St|0.42 miles away

The Browning School

--
Private|Grades KG–12
52 E 62nd St|0.42 miles away

The Beekman School

--
Private|Grades 9–12
220 E 50th St|0.46 miles away

Montessori School of Ny

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Private|Grades PK–6
347 E 55th St|0.46 miles away
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Schools

Art and Design High School

B-
Public|Grades 9–12
231 E 56th St # 24...|Less than 1 Mile Away

P.S. 59 Beekman Hill International School

A
Public|Grades KG–5
231 E 56th St # 24...|Less than 1 Mile Away

Cathedral High School

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Private|Grades 9–12
350 E 56th St|Less than 1 Mile Away

The Browning School

--
Private|Grades KG–12
52 E 62nd St|Less than 1 Mile Away

The Beekman School

--
Private|Grades 9–12
220 E 50th St|Less than 1 Mile Away

Montessori School of Ny

--
Private|Grades PK–6
347 E 55th St|Less than 1 Mile Away

P.S. 267 East Side Elementary School

A+
Public|Grades KG–5
213 E 63rd St|Less than 1 Mile Away

St Vincent Ferrer High School

--
Private|Grades 9–12
151 E 65th St|Less than 1 Mile Away

Rabbi Arthur Schneier Park East Day School

--
Private|Grades PK–8
164 E 68th St|Less than 1 Mile Away

Ella Baker School

A+
Public|Grades PK–8
317 E 67th St|Less than 1 Mile Away

Talent Unlimited High School

B
Public|Grades 9–12
317 E 67th St|Less than 1 Mile Away

Vanguard High School

D-
Public|Grades 9–12
317 E 67th St St-R...|Less than 1 Mile Away

Manhattan International High School

F
Public|Grades 9–12
317 E 67th St|Less than 1 Mile Away

Urban Academy Laboratory High School

D
Public|Grades 9–12
317 E 67th St|Less than 1 Mile Away

French-Japanese Edu Institute of Ny

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Private|Grades PK–12
225 E 43rd St|Less than 1 Mile Away

Lascuola Ditalia

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Private|Grades PK–12
406 E 67th St|Less than 1 Mile Away

P.S. 183 Robert L. Stevenson School

A
Public|Grades KG–5
419 E 66th St|Less than 1 Mile Away

Jacqueline Kennedy-Onassis High School

C-
Public|Grades 9–12
120 W 46th St|Less than 1 Mile Away

Repertory Company High School for Theatre Arts

C+
Public|Grades 9–12
123 W 43rd St|1.08 Miles Away

The Buckley School

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Private|Grades KG–9
113 E 73rd St|1.15 Miles Away

PS 35

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Public|Grades 4–12
317 W 52nd St|1.17 Miles Away

Ethical Culture Fieldston School

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Private|Grades PK–12
33 Central Park W|1.20 Miles Away

The Cathedral School

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Private|Grades KG–8
319 E 74th St Ste ...|1.29 Miles Away

The Hewitt School

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Private|Grades KG–12
45 E 75th St|1.30 Miles Away

Professional Performing Arts High School

B-
Public|Grades 6–12
328 W 48th St|1.30 Miles Away

PS 212 Midtown West

B
Public|Grades PK–5
328 W 48th St|1.30 Miles Away

J.H.S. 167 Robert F. Wagner School

A
Public|Grades 6–8
220 E 76th St|1.33 Miles Away

The Speyer Legacy School

--
Private|Grades KG–8
925 9th Ave|1.33 Miles Away

The Birch Wathen Lenox School

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Private|Grades KG–12
210 E 77th St|1.39 Miles Away

York Preparatory School

--
Private|Grades 6–12
40 W 68th St|1.42 Miles Away

Professional Childrens School

--
Private|Grades 6–12
132 W 60th St|1.45 Miles Away

High School for Environmental Studies

C
Public|Grades 9–12
444 W 56th St|1.45 Miles Away

Stephen T Mather Building Arts and Craftmanship High School

D-
Public|Grades 9–12
439 W 49th St|1.45 Miles Away

Success Academy Charter School-Hell's Kitchen

A+
Public|Grades KG–4
439 W 49th St Fl S...|1.45 Miles Away

Eleanor Roosevelt High School

A+
Public|Grades 9–12
411 E 76th St|1.46 Miles Away

The River School

A+
Public|Grades PK–4
425 E 35th St|1.47 Miles Away

De la Salle Academy

--
Private|Grades 6–8
332 W 43rd St|1.47 Miles Away

Urban Assembly Gateway School for Technology

B-
Public|Grades 9–12
439 W 49th St|1.47 Miles Away

City Knoll Middle School

C+
Public|Grades 6–8
440W W 53rd St|1.47 Miles Away

P.S. 111 Adolph S. Ochs School

B-
Public|Grades PK–5
440 W 53rd St|1.47 Miles Away

Lycee Francais de New York

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Private|Grades PK–12
505 E 75th St|1.47 Miles Away

Business of Sports School

D
Public|Grades 9–12
439 W 49th St|1.48 Miles Away

Fusion Academy Manhattan - Upper West Side

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Private|Grades 7–12
157 Columbus Ave F...|1.48 Miles Away

Manhattan Academy for Arts and Languages

D
Public|Grades 9–12
111 E 33rd St|1.48 Miles Away

Murray Hill Academy

D
Public|Grades 9–12
111 E 33rd St|1.48 Miles Away

Unity Center for Urban Technologies

A
Public|Grades 9–12
111 E 33rd St|1.49 Miles Away

Independence High School

F
Public|Grades 9–12
850 10th Ave|1.49 Miles Away

P.S./I.S. 217 Roosevelt Island School

A-
Public|Grades PK–8
645 Main St|1.53 Miles Away

P.S. 116 Mary Lindley Murray School

B+
Public|Grades KG–5
210 E 33rd St|1.55 Miles Away

The Town School

--
Private|Grades PK–8
540 E 76th St|1.58 Miles Away

Transit

Experience convenience and connectivity with premium transit options just moments away.

10 AV/W 57 ST

1.51 miles away|29 min walk

10 AV/W 55 ST

1.51 miles away|29 min walk

10 AV/W 53 ST

1.52 miles away|30 min walk

10 AV/W 49 ST

1.57 miles away|31 min walk

10 AV/W 47 ST

1.61 miles away|31 min walk

10 AV/W 45 ST

1.66 miles away|32 min walk
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Transit

10 AV/W 57 ST

1.51 miles away|29 min walk

10 AV/W 55 ST

1.51 miles away|29 min walk

10 AV/W 53 ST

1.52 miles away|30 min walk

10 AV/W 49 ST

1.57 miles away|31 min walk

10 AV/W 47 ST

1.61 miles away|31 min walk

10 AV/W 45 ST

1.66 miles away|32 min walk

11 AV/W 58 ST

1.74 miles away|34 min walk

11 AV/W 57 ST

1.75 miles away|34 min walk

10 AV/W 42 ST

1.75 miles away|34 min walk

11 AV/W 54 ST

1.75 miles away|34 min walk

11 AV/W 50 ST

1.79 miles away|35 min walk

11 ST/45 AV

1.81 miles away|35 min walk

11 AV/W 47 ST

1.84 miles away|36 min walk

10 AV/W 40 ST

1.85 miles away|36 min walk

12 AV/W 55 ST

1.9 miles away|37 min walk

1 AV/E 28 ST

1.91 miles away|37 min walk

12 AV/W 52 ST

1.91 miles away|37 min walk

11 AV/W 44 ST

1.92 miles away|37 min walk

11 ST/47 AV

1.92 miles away|37 min walk

10 AV/W 37 ST

1.93 miles away|38 min walk

1 AV/E 27 ST

1.95 miles away|38 min walk

12 AV/W 48 ST

1.96 miles away|38 min walk

11 AV/W 42 ST

1.98 miles away|38 min walk

11 ST/48 AV

2 miles away|39 min walk

12 AV/W 46 ST

2 miles away|39 min walk

11 ST/JACKSON AV

2.02 miles away|39 min walk

12 Av/W 46 St

2.05 miles away|40 min walk

1 AV/E 25 ST

2.08 miles away|40 min walk

10 AV/W 34 ST

2.09 miles away|41 min walk

12 AV/W 43 ST

2.1 miles away|41 min walk

12 Av/W 43 St

2.11 miles away|41 min walk

11 AV/W 38 ST

2.12 miles away|41 min walk

12 AV/W 42 ST

2.16 miles away|42 min walk

12th St & W 42nd Ave

2.16 miles away|42 min walk

1 AV/E 23 ST

2.21 miles away|43 min walk

12 AV/W 40 ST

2.22 miles away|43 min walk

10 AV/W 30 ST

2.25 miles away|44 min walk

11 ST/34 AV

2.27 miles away|44 min walk

11 AV/W 34 ST

2.28 miles away|44 min walk

10 AV/W 27 ST

2.4 miles away|46 min walk

1 AV/E 20 ST

2.4 miles away|47 min walk

12th Ave & W 33rd St

2.45 miles away|47 min walk

12 AV/W 33 ST

2.46 miles away|48 min walk

11 AV/W 29 ST

2.49 miles away|48 min walk

10 AV/W 25 ST

2.5 miles away|48 min walk

12 AV/W 30 ST

2.56 miles away|50 min walk

1 AV/E 17 ST

2.6 miles away|50 min walk

10 AV/W 23 ST

2.61 miles away|50 min walk

18 St

2.62 miles away|51 min walk

11 AV/W 26 ST

2.62 miles away|51 min walk

The Neighbourhood: 136 E 56th St

Midtown East is a bustling commercial hub filled with office towers and hotels. The area hosts major landmarks like Grand Central Terminal and diverse dining options. This district offers boutiques, casual restaurants, and small parks for quick breaks. You can find grocery stores, pharmacies, and business services within short walks. The area connects to many subway lines and buses for fast trips across Manhattan. Grand Central also links to commuter trains serving suburbs and regional airports. Taxis and major roads make car travel direct, but traffic can slow trips.

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Neighbourhood Description

Midtown East is a bustling commercial hub filled with office towers and hotels. The area hosts major landmarks like Grand Central Terminal and diverse dining options. This district offers boutiques, casual restaurants, and small parks for quick breaks. You can find grocery stores, pharmacies, and business services within short walks. The area connects to many subway lines and buses for fast trips across Manhattan. Grand Central also links to commuter trains serving suburbs and regional airports. Taxis and major roads make car travel direct, but traffic can slow trips.

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136 E 56th St Demographics

Age Demographics

0–14 Years

10.97%

15–29 Years

18.04%

30–44 Years

26.25%

45–59 Years

16.8%

60+ Years

27.94%

Commute

36.69%

Transit

31.61%

Walk

6.57%

Drive

1.56%

Bike

Housing Ownership

35.23%

Owner Occupied

64.77%

Rental Units

Household Types

Single Family
14.42%
Multi Family
1.54%
Single Person
51.69%
Multi Person
48.31%

Average Income

Household:$13,751,163.49 /yr

Individual:$13,159,352.69 /yr

Education

Bachelors Degree38.79%
High School College6.76%
Diploma2.7%
Post Graduate42.13%
Others9.62%
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Education

Diploma2.7%
Post Graduate42.13%
Others9.62%
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