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209 E 56th St

209 E 56th St Unit 9e, Manhattan, NY, 10022

YEAR BUILT

1959

# STORIES

13

# TOTAL UNITS

82

UNIT SIZE RANGE

450-720 sqft

Description

209 E 56th St sits in Manhattan's Midtown East neighborhood, near the intersection of East 60th Street and 1st Avenue. This high-rise building has 13 stories and offers city, bridge, and river views. The East River is a short distance away, adding to the location's appeal. Constructed in 1959, the building contains 82 units, ranging from 450 to 720 square feet. Units include 1, 2, and 3 bedrooms, providing various living options. Recent sales show prices from $1,050,000 to $1,550,000. The average closed price is about $537,300, with an average price per square foot of $779. Units typically stay on the market for about 396 days. Reliable features enhance day-to-day living. A 24-hour doorman ensures security. A live-in superintendent maintains the premises. The common roof deck offers a space to relax and enjoy the surroundings. A laundry room meets simple needs, while the pet-friendly policy accommodates furry companions. It also allows pied-a-terres, co-purchasing, gifting, and subletting with board approval. Nearby, several dining options exist, including Fiorini Restaurant and 56 Street Restaurant LLC. Families can find Wise Fund Inc, a public school. The neighborhood also houses shopping spots like Bloomingdale's, Whole Foods, and Trader Joe's. Easy access to multiple subway lines, including the 4, 5, 6, E, N, R, and M, simplifies travel around the city. The architecture reflects a typical high-rise design, making the most of city life. Many units feature hardwood floors and an open-concept layout, with wall-to-wall windows bringing in natural light. This building combines urban living with essential amenities in a vibrant area.

Building ImageMLS ID #RLS20056103
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209 E 56th St

209 E 56th St Unit 9e, Manhattan, NY, 10022

YEAR BUILT

1959

# STORIES

13

# TOTAL UNITS

82

UNIT SIZE RANGE

450-720 sqft

Description

209 E 56th St sits in Manhattan's Midtown East neighborhood, near the intersection of East 60th Street and 1st Avenue. This high-rise building has 13 stories and offers city, bridge, and river views. The East River is a short distance away, adding to the location's appeal. Constructed in 1959, the building contains 82 units, ranging from 450 to 720 square feet. Units include 1, 2, and 3 bedrooms, providing various living options. Recent sales show prices from $1,050,000 to $1,550,000. The average closed price is about $537,300, with an average price per square foot of $779. Units typically stay on the market for about 396 days. Reliable features enhance day-to-day living. A 24-hour doorman ensures security. A live-in superintendent maintains the premises. The common roof deck offers a space to relax and enjoy the surroundings. A laundry room meets simple needs, while the pet-friendly policy accommodates furry companions. It also allows pied-a-terres, co-purchasing, gifting, and subletting with board approval. Nearby, several dining options exist, including Fiorini Restaurant and 56 Street Restaurant LLC. Families can find Wise Fund Inc, a public school. The neighborhood also houses shopping spots like Bloomingdale's, Whole Foods, and Trader Joe's. Easy access to multiple subway lines, including the 4, 5, 6, E, N, R, and M, simplifies travel around the city. The architecture reflects a typical high-rise design, making the most of city life. Many units feature hardwood floors and an open-concept layout, with wall-to-wall windows bringing in natural light. This building combines urban living with essential amenities in a vibrant area.

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Description

209 E 56th St sits in Manhattan's Midtown East neighborhood, near the intersection of East 60th Street and 1st Avenue. This high-rise building has 13 stories and offers city, bridge, and river views. The East River is a short distance away, adding to the location's appeal. Constructed in 1959, the building contains 82 units, ranging from 450 to 720 square feet. Units include 1, 2, and 3 bedrooms, providing various living options. Recent sales show prices from $1,050,000 to $1,550,000. The average closed price is about $537,300, with an average price per square foot of $779. Units typically stay on the market for about 396 days. Reliable features enhance day-to-day living. A 24-hour doorman ensures security. A live-in superintendent maintains the premises. The common roof deck offers a space to relax and enjoy the surroundings. A laundry room meets simple needs, while the pet-friendly policy accommodates furry companions. It also allows pied-a-terres, co-purchasing, gifting, and subletting with board approval. Nearby, several dining options exist, including Fiorini Restaurant and 56 Street Restaurant LLC. Families can find Wise Fund Inc, a public school. The neighborhood also houses shopping spots like Bloomingdale's, Whole Foods, and Trader Joe's. Easy access to multiple subway lines, including the 4, 5, 6, E, N, R, and M, simplifies travel around the city. The architecture reflects a typical high-rise design, making the most of city life. Many units feature hardwood floors and an open-concept layout, with wall-to-wall windows bringing in natural light. This building combines urban living with essential amenities in a vibrant area.

209 E 56th St Market Stats Last 12 months

Avg. Listed Price$491,800($755/Sqft.)
Avg. Sale Price$537,300($779/Sqft.)
Year over year list priceDown Arrow9.63%
Year over year sale priceDown Arrow 6.50%
Total Listings5 Listed
Total sold5 Sold
Average Days on Market396 days
Average HOA fees per sqft$7 /monthly
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Market Stats

Year over year list priceDown Arrow9.63%
Year over year sale priceDown Arrow6.50%
Total Listings5 Listed
Total sold5 Sold
Average Days on Market396 days
Average HOA fees per sqft$7 /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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209 E 56th St Inventory & Sale History

UnitSize (sqft)BedsBathsDays On MarketDateStatusPrice
Unit 4CD4CD-222172023-09-13
MLS#: RLS10887328 		Closed$1,050,000
Unit 10F/G10F/G-3212762017-08-10
MLS#: RLS10012876 		Closed$1,550,000
Unit 11N11N-222972013-07-27
MLS#: RLS10054619 		Closed$0
Unit 10F/G
10F/G

3 Beds

2 Baths

- sqft

DateStatusPrice
2017-08-10Closed$1,550,000
MLS#: RLS10012876
Days On Market1276
Unit 11N
11N

2 Beds

2 Baths

- sqft

DateStatusPrice
2013-07-27Closed$0
MLS#: RLS10054619
Days On Market297
Unit 4CD
4CD

2 Beds

2 Baths

- sqft

DateStatusPrice
2023-09-13Closed$1,050,000
MLS#: RLS10887328
Days On Market217
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Amenities

While specific amenities weren't detailed, you can rest assured that living in an established condo like 209 East 56th likely includes features that elevate your living experience. Things like common areas, laundry facilities, and maybe even a fitness center are standard expectations in many Manhattan condos. Living here means the potential for community events and the chance to meet your neighbors, which can be especially delightful for those new to the city.

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Amenities Description

While specific amenities weren't detailed, you can rest assured that living in an established condo like 209 East 56th likely includes features that elevate your living experience. Things like common areas, laundry facilities, and maybe even a fitness center are standard expectations in many Manhattan condos. Living here means the potential for community events and the chance to meet your neighbors, which can be especially delightful for those new to the city.

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

This condo is pet-friendly, welcoming cats and dogs alike! This is a huge perk for animal lovers—imagine cuddling up with your furry friend in your own cozy space. Knowing that you can have your beloved pet with you makes apartment living that much more appealing.

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)
209 E 56th St$779/sqft.$7 /sqft.
220 E 57th St$850/sqft.$1 /sqft.
212 E 57th St$1,256/sqft.$1 /sqft.
200 E 57th St$920/sqft.$251 /sqft.
225 E 57th St$806/sqft.$1 /sqft.
252 E 57th St$1,696/sqft.$1 /sqft.

Nearby Schools

Discover top-rated schools located close to 209 E 56th St.

Art and Design High School

B-
Public|Grades 9–12
231 E 56th St # 24...|0.09 miles away

P.S. 59 Beekman Hill International School

A
Public|Grades KG–5
231 E 56th St # 24...|0.09 miles away

Cathedral High School

--
Private|Grades 9–12
350 E 56th St|0.21 miles away

Montessori School of Ny

--
Private|Grades PK–6
347 E 55th St|0.26 miles away

The Beekman School

--
Private|Grades 9–12
220 E 50th St|0.42 miles away

P.S. 267 East Side Elementary School

A+
Public|Grades KG–5
213 E 63rd 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

Montessori School of Ny

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

The Beekman School

--
Private|Grades 9–12
220 E 50th 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

The Browning School

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

St Vincent Ferrer High School

--
Private|Grades 9–12
151 E 65th 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

Urban Academy Laboratory High School

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

Manhattan International High School

F
Public|Grades 9–12
317 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

Lascuola Ditalia

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Private|Grades PK–12
406 E 67th 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

French-Japanese Edu Institute of Ny

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

Jacqueline Kennedy-Onassis High School

C-
Public|Grades 9–12
120 W 46th St|1.13 Miles Away

The Buckley School

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Private|Grades KG–9
113 E 73rd St|1.16 Miles Away

The Cathedral School

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Private|Grades KG–8
319 E 74th St Ste ...|1.22 Miles Away

Repertory Company High School for Theatre Arts

C+
Public|Grades 9–12
123 W 43rd St|1.23 Miles Away

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

A
Public|Grades 6–8
220 E 76th St|1.30 Miles Away

The Hewitt School

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Private|Grades KG–12
45 E 75th St|1.33 Miles Away

The Birch Wathen Lenox School

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Private|Grades KG–12
210 E 77th St|1.36 Miles Away

Lycee Francais de New York

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Private|Grades PK–12
505 E 75th St|1.37 Miles Away

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

A-
Public|Grades PK–8
645 Main St|1.37 Miles Away

PS 35

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Public|Grades 4–12
317 W 52nd St|1.37 Miles Away

Eleanor Roosevelt High School

A+
Public|Grades 9–12
411 E 76th St|1.38 Miles Away

Ethical Culture Fieldston School

--
Private|Grades PK–12
33 Central Park W|1.39 Miles Away

The River School

A+
Public|Grades PK–4
425 E 35th St|1.42 Miles Away

The Town School

--
Private|Grades PK–8
540 E 76th St|1.46 Miles Away

Professional Performing Arts High School

B-
Public|Grades 6–12
328 W 48th St|1.50 Miles Away

PS 212 Midtown West

B
Public|Grades PK–5
328 W 48th St|1.50 Miles Away

P.S. 158 Bayard Taylor School

A-
Public|Grades KG–6
1458 York Ave|1.50 Miles Away

P.S./I.S. 78Q

A
Public|Grades PK–8
4809 Center Blvd|1.50 Miles Away

Yorkville East Middle School

A
Public|Grades 6–8
1458 York Ave|1.51 Miles Away

Manhattan Academy for Arts and Languages

D
Public|Grades 9–12
111 E 33rd St|1.52 Miles Away

Murray Hill Academy

D
Public|Grades 9–12
111 E 33rd St|1.52 Miles Away

Unity Center for Urban Technologies

A
Public|Grades 9–12
111 E 33rd St|1.53 Miles Away

The Speyer Legacy School

--
Private|Grades KG–8
925 9th Ave|1.54 Miles Away

P.S. 116 Mary Lindley Murray School

B+
Public|Grades KG–5
210 E 33rd St|1.54 Miles Away

York Preparatory School

--
Private|Grades 6–12
40 W 68th St|1.59 Miles Away

Academy for Careers in Television and Film

B+
Public|Grades 9–12
150 51st Ave|1.61 Miles Away

Hunters Point Community Middle School

C+
Public|Grades 6–8
150 51st Ave|1.61 Miles Away

Rudolf Steiner School

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Private|Grades PK–12
15 E 79th St|1.62 Miles Away

The Caedmon School

--
Private|Grades PK–5
416 E 80th St|1.62 Miles Away

De la Salle Academy

--
Private|Grades 6–8
332 W 43rd St|1.65 Miles Away

Professional Childrens School

--
Private|Grades 6–12
132 W 60th St|1.65 Miles Away

Fusion Academy Manhattan - Upper West Side

--
Private|Grades 7–12
157 Columbus Ave F...|1.65 Miles Away

Success Academy Charter School-Hell's Kitchen

A+
Public|Grades KG–4
439 W 49th St Fl S...|1.66 Miles Away

Transit

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

1 AV/E 43 ST

0.93 miles away|18 min walk

1 AV/E 42 ST

0.94 miles away|18 min walk

1 AV/E 39 ST

1.15 miles away|22 min walk

1 AV/E 36 ST

1.33 miles away|26 min walk

1 AV/E 34 ST

1.45 miles away|28 min walk

11 ST/45 AV

1.61 miles away|31 min walk
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Transit

1 AV/E 43 ST

0.93 miles away|18 min walk

1 AV/E 42 ST

0.94 miles away|18 min walk

1 AV/E 39 ST

1.15 miles away|22 min walk

1 AV/E 36 ST

1.33 miles away|26 min walk

1 AV/E 34 ST

1.45 miles away|28 min walk

11 ST/45 AV

1.61 miles away|31 min walk

1 AV/E 31 ST

1.68 miles away|33 min walk

10 AV/W 57 ST

1.72 miles away|33 min walk

10 AV/W 55 ST

1.72 miles away|33 min walk

11 ST/47 AV

1.73 miles away|34 min walk

10 AV/W 53 ST

1.73 miles away|34 min walk

10 AV/W 49 ST

1.77 miles away|34 min walk

11 ST/48 AV

1.81 miles away|35 min walk

10 AV/W 47 ST

1.81 miles away|35 min walk

1 AV/E 29 ST

1.82 miles away|35 min walk

11 ST/JACKSON AV

1.83 miles away|36 min walk

10 AV/W 45 ST

1.86 miles away|36 min walk

1 AV/E 28 ST

1.88 miles away|36 min walk

1 AV/E 27 ST

1.92 miles away|37 min walk

10 AV/W 42 ST

1.94 miles away|38 min walk

11 AV/W 58 ST

1.95 miles away|38 min walk

11 AV/W 57 ST

1.96 miles away|38 min walk

11 AV/W 54 ST

1.96 miles away|38 min walk

11 AV/W 50 ST

2 miles away|39 min walk

10 AV/W 40 ST

2.03 miles away|39 min walk

11 AV/W 47 ST

2.04 miles away|40 min walk

1 AV/E 25 ST

2.05 miles away|40 min walk

11 ST/34 AV

2.1 miles away|41 min walk

12 AV/W 55 ST

2.11 miles away|41 min walk

10 AV/W 37 ST

2.11 miles away|41 min walk

11 AV/W 44 ST

2.12 miles away|41 min walk

12 AV/W 52 ST

2.12 miles away|41 min walk

12 AV/W 48 ST

2.17 miles away|42 min walk

11 AV/W 42 ST

2.17 miles away|42 min walk

1 AV/E 23 ST

2.18 miles away|42 min walk

12 AV/W 46 ST

2.2 miles away|43 min walk

12 Av/W 46 St

2.25 miles away|44 min walk

10 AV/W 34 ST

2.26 miles away|44 min walk

12 AV/W 43 ST

2.3 miles away|45 min walk

11 AV/W 38 ST

2.3 miles away|45 min walk

12 Av/W 43 St

2.3 miles away|45 min walk

12 AV/W 42 ST

2.36 miles away|46 min walk

12th St & W 42nd Ave

2.36 miles away|46 min walk

1 AV/E 20 ST

2.38 miles away|46 min walk

10 AV/W 30 ST

2.4 miles away|47 min walk

12 AV/W 40 ST

2.41 miles away|47 min walk

11 AV/W 34 ST

2.45 miles away|47 min walk

10 AV/W 27 ST

2.55 miles away|49 min walk

1 AV/E 17 ST

2.58 miles away|50 min walk

12th Ave & W 33rd St

2.63 miles away|51 min walk

The Neighbourhood: 209 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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209 E 56th St Demographics

Age Demographics

0–14 Years

11.69%

15–29 Years

17.99%

30–44 Years

25.8%

45–59 Years

16.79%

60+ Years

27.73%

Commute

37.04%

Transit

31.33%

Walk

6.66%

Drive

1.43%

Bike

Housing Ownership

36.62%

Owner Occupied

63.38%

Rental Units

Household Types

Single Family
15.53%
Multi Family
1.68%
Single Person
50.35%
Multi Person
49.65%

Average Income

Household:$14,039,955.86 /yr

Individual:$13,145,781.77 /yr

Education

Bachelors Degree38.85%
High School College6.55%
Diploma2.47%
Post Graduate42.72%
Others9.41%
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Education

Diploma2.47%
Post Graduate42.72%
Others9.41%
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