Last updated on Apr 3, 2026

1056 Fifth Avenue

This attractive 19-story beige-brick apartment house at 1056 Fifth Avenue offers a superb location across from Central Park's reservoir in Carnegie Hill. Built in 1951, the 87-unit cooperative building features enclosed balconies, a handsome canopied entrance, and lush sidewalk landscaping.

Recent Sales (9) $1,011 Avg. price/ft²
All Units in Building (87)

Apt. 2D

2 beds

2 baths

$1,340,000 -4.1%

$1,450,000

Mar 24, 2026

Apt. 2E

2 beds

2 baths

$1,450,000

$1,495,000

Aug 14, 2025

Apt. 8ABC

4 beds

4.5 baths

4,400 ft²

$7,500,000 -11.2%

$1,705

$8,450,000

Jul 8, 2025

Apt. 4C

2 beds

3 baths

$2,850,000 -4.8%

$2,995,000

Apr 29, 2025

Apt. 7A

2 beds

2 baths

$2,600,000 -10.2%

$2,895,000

May 14, 2024

Apt. 1 C/D

4 beds

3.5 baths

2,400 ft²

$760,000

$317

$1,950,000

Mar 11, 2024

Apt. 4D

2 beds

2 baths

$1,400,000 -28.2%

$1,950,000

Oct 11, 2023

Apt. 15AB

$4,999,000

Sep 21, 2023

Apt. 20A

$2,200,000

Oct 21, 2022

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Overview of 1056 Fifth Avenue

Located at 1056 Fifth Avenue, this 19-story beige-brick cooperative building was designed by George F. Pelham and constructed by the Simon Brothers in 1951. Situated on the southeast corner at 87th Street in the Carnegie Hill neighborhood, it offers a prime location along Museum Mile, directly across from Central Park's reservoir. The building's design includes many enclosed balconies that have been integrated into living spaces, enhancing the size of the apartments.

The building features a range of amenities, including a 24 hour doorman, attended elevators, and a garage. It is not pet friendly, but offers basement storage and a laundry room. The cooperative allows washer/dryers with board approval and considers pied-à-terre on a case-by-case basis. The building's location provides easy access to cultural institutions like the Guggenheim Museum and the Metropolitan Museum of Art, as well as nearby shopping and dining options.

Apartments in 1056 Fifth Avenue are known for their spacious layouts and stunning views of Central Park. Many units feature large living rooms with direct park views, state-of-the-art kitchens with top-of-the-line appliances, and ample storage space. Notable apartment features include soundproofed windows, custom cabinetry, and luxurious bathrooms. The building's penthouse offers a wrap-around terrace with breathtaking views of the Central Park Reservoir and the Metropolitan Museum.

Among its notable residents was Mrs. Lane Bryant, founder of the ladies' wear business. The building's history is intertwined with the transformation of old New York mansions into modern residential spaces, reflecting the Simon Brothers' penchant for developing sites with historical significance.

Doorman

Full Time

Type

Co-op

Year Built

1951

Apartments

87 (view all units)

Floors

Neighborhood

Carnegie Hill (Manhattan)

Min Down

50%

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Amenities

FT Doorman
Post War
Resident Storage
Full Service Garage
Washer/Dryer in building
Elevator

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Pros & Cons

Fabulous Central Park views
Many balconies- many of which have been enclosed
Garage
Excellent crosstown bus service one block south
Doorman
Concierge
Handsome- canopied entrance
One block away from large supermarket
One block south of the Guggenheim Museum
Excellent and quiet Fifth Avenue location
Close to Subway

No sundeck
Conventional layouts
Original design compromised somewhat by enclosed balconies
No health club

CityRealty Rating

/44

Architecture

/36

Location

/39

Features

Editor’s Points

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How is the CityRealty Rating calculated?
Architecture

30+ remarkable

20-29 distinguished

11-19 average

< 11 below average
Location

27+ remarkable

18-26 distinguished

9-17 average

< 9 below average
Features

22+ remarkable

16-21 distinguished

9-15 average

< 9 below average
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Price/Room (Est)

Why are we displaying the estimated price per room?

For some co-ops, instead of price per square foot, we use an estimate of the number of rooms for each sold apartment to chart price changes over time. This is because many co-op listings do not include square footage information, and this makes it challenging to calculate accurate square-foot averages.

By displaying the price per estimated room count, we are able to provide a more reliable and consistent metric for comparing sales in the building. While we hope that this gives you a clearer sense of price trends in the building, all data should be independently verified. All data provided are only estimates and should not be used to make any purchase or sale decision.

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