136 E 56th St

136 E 56th St, Manhattan, NY, 10022

Description

136 E 56th St is located in Manhattan near the intersection of East 61st Street and 2nd Avenue. This building stands 16 stories high and includes 46 condominium units. Originally built in 1962, it features a classic limestone façade. The location provides beautiful city skyline views, including sights of the Chrysler Building. Units vary in size from 500 to 2,000 square feet and include 1, 2, and 3-bedroom options. Prices for units range from approximately $1,575,000 to $1,595,000. The average closed price over the last year is around $1,201,250, with an average price per square foot of $922. Units typically spend about 289 days on the market before selling. This full-service co-op building has a 24-hour doorman and a live-in superintendent for added convenience. The ongoing renovations enhance the lobby and hallways, keeping the environment fresh. The building also features an on-site garage that offers discounted rates for shareholders. Common amenities include laundry facilities and bicycle storage. Pet owners will appreciate the pet-friendly policies. There are flexible financing options, allowing up to 80% financing and accommodating pied-a-terres, subletting with board approval, and co-purchasing agreements. Nearby roads like Park Avenue and Lexington Avenue provide easy access to various dining and shopping spots. Restaurants like Pizza by Certe LLC, K BBQ, and Jted 56 Inc are all within reach. Local favorites such as Whole Foods and Bloomingdale's can enhance day-to-day living, making shopping and dining convenient for all residents. Many units include high ceilings and large windows, flooding space with natural light from eastern, western, and southern exposures. Spacious layouts allow flexibility, with options to convert to 2 or 3 bedrooms. Beautiful hardwood floors and ample closet space add to the appeal of living in this vibrant part of Manhattan.