It previously was on the market for a total of 159 days.

Last Sold on Aug 10, 2016 for $625,000

1 bed, 1 bath

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Buyers
Daniel Becker
Michelle Becker

Sellers
Brad Tenem

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6 apartments are currently available in this building.

159 days on Market

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Key Details

Listed: Oct 26, 2023

Days on Market: 159

Building Type: Cooperative

Neighborhood: Midtown East (Manhattan)

Doorman: FT Doorman

Monthly Maintenance: $1,937

Est. Monthly Mortgage: -

Total Est. Monthly Carrying Cost: $5,713

Note: the above is based on a down payment of 20% ($137,000), which is the minimum amount permitted by the building.

Description

Oversized 1 bedroom in one of the most central East Side locations. This bright, south-facing home is in excellent, move-in condition and has big windows, great closets and is the perfect retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday city life. The kitchen has stainless steel appliances, modern white cabinetry, tiled flooring and an attractive, Carrara marble subway tiled backsplash.

The enormous bedroom can easily fit a king size bed, has a walk-in closet and also faces south over East 56th Street. Other details include an updated bathroom, thru-wall air conditioning and hardwood floors. Built in 1960, 209 East 56th Street (also known as the Sterling) is a full-service building with at 24hr doorman, live-in Resident Manager, roof deck and basement laundry.

This pet-friendly building allows co-purchasing, guarantors, parents buying for children, pied-a-terres and subletting on a case by case basis. This convenient location is close to all major transportation, Whole Foods, Trader Joes and many of the city’s finest restaurants and shops. 80% financing permitted.

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About 209 East 56th Street

209 East 56th Street has received a CityRealty Rating of 44, based on:

Architecture

Anything above 30 is remarkable, from 20-29 is distinguished and from 11-19 is average, while below 11 is below average.

Location

Anything above 27 is remarkable, from 18-26 is distinguished and from 9-17 is average, while below 9 is below average.

Features

Anything above 22 is remarkable, from 16-21 is distinguished and from 9-15 is average, while below 9 is below average.

Rating Summary

Out of 44

Out of 36

Out of 39

Out of 119

Architecture Rating: Points Breakdown

Exterior:

Attractive 4 out of 8 points

Retail Quality:

None 2 out of 5 points

Canopy Entrance:

Attractive 2 out of 3 points

Alterations:

None 2 out of 2 points

Plaza Or Atrium:

None 0 out of 3 points

Contextual Design:

No, but OK 1 out of 3 points

Skyline:

Not Visible 0 out of 2 points

Local Visibility:

Partially Visible 1 out of 2 points

Watertank:

Enclosed 1 out of 2 points

Airconditioners:

Discrete 1 out of 2 points

Free Standing:

No 0 out of 2 points

Gargoyles:

None 0 out of 2 points

Garden:

Exists 1 out of 2 points

Fenestration:

Consistent 1 out of 1 points

Landmark:

No 0 out of 2 points

Unity:

Unified Design 1 out of 1 points

Illumination:

None 0 out of 1 points

Water Element:

None 0 out of 1 points

Location Rating: Points Breakdown

Street Ambience:

Attractive / Pleasant 3 out of 5 points

Distance To Neighborhood Center:

More than 50 blocks 0 out of 5 points

Views:

Open 2 out of 4 points

Neighborhood Ambience:

Attractive 2 out of 3 points

Traffic Noise:

Some 2 out of 3 points

Protected Views:

None 0 out of 2 points

Distance To Subway:

3-5 Short Blocks 1 out of 2 points

Firedepartment Noise:

No Noise 2 out of 2 points

Distance To Supermarket:

3-5 Short Blocks 1 out of 2 points

Distance To Park:

More than 6 Short Blocks 0 out of 2 points

Distance To Water:

More than 6 Short Blocks 0 out of 2 points

Shopping:

5 or less Short Blocks 2 out of 2 points

Schools:

Some Noise 0 out of 1 points

Noise From Nightlife:

None 1 out of 1 points

Features Rating: Points Breakdown

Lobby:

Quite Stylish 3 out of 5 points

Units Per Floor:

5-9 2 out of 5 points

Ceiling:

8-9 Feet 1 out of 4 points

Balconies:

Some 1 out of 3 points

Health Club:

None 0 out of 2 points

Private Gardens:

None 0 out of 2 points

Storage Rooms:

Minimal 1 out of 2 points

Bay Windows:

None 0 out of 1 points

Fireplaces:

Some 1 out of 1 points

Door Person:

None 0 out of 1 points

Concierge:

None 0 out of 1 points

Elevator Person:

None 0 out of 1 points

Recreational Roof:

Yes 1 out of 1 points

Driveway:

None 0 out of 1 points

Maids Room:

None 0 out of 1 points

Catering:

None 0 out of 1 points

Garage:

None 0 out of 1 points

Mixed Use:

No 0 out of 1 points

Non Rectilinear Form:

No 0 out of 1 points

Unusual Layouts:

No 0 out of 1 points

Prewar:

No 0 out of 1 points

Other Amenities:

Some 1 out of 2 points

Co-op
Built in 1960
103 Apartments
13 Floors

Building Amenities

FT Doorman
Post War
Rooftop Terrace
Washer/Dryer in building
Elevator

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209 East 56th Street, #5E

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Apartment Amenities

About 209 East 56th Street

209 East 56th Street has received a CityRealty Rating of 44, based on:

Rating Summary

Architecture Rating: Points Breakdown

Location Rating: Points Breakdown

Features Rating: Points Breakdown

Building Amenities

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