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55 Hester Street
Last updated on Mar 9, 2026

55 Hester Street

55 Hester Street is a pre-war condominium building in Manhattan's Lower East Side, completed in 1940 with 27 units across 12 stories. The building offers amenities such as an elevator, washer/dryer facilities, outdoor entertainment space, and terraces/balconies for residents.

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Overview of 55 Hester Street

55 Hester Street is a condominium building completed in 2010 in Manhattan's Lower East Side. The 12 story elevator building contains 27 units situated between Ludlow Street and Essex Street, offering residents a mix of one- and two-bedroom apartments with many featuring private balconies and terraces.

The building's apartments are characterized by large windows that flood units with natural light, stainless steel kitchens with full size dishwashers, and generous storage space. Upper floor units, particularly on the top floor, offer expansive city views spanning from One World Trade to the Empire State Building, with west facing apartments providing front row seats to daily sunsets. Many units feature hardwood floors, high ceilings, and spacious bedrooms with ample closet space.

Building amenities include a recently upgraded roof deck accessible by elevator, on-site laundry facilities in the basement, a resident superintendent, video intercom system, and trash and recycling rooms on each floor. The location provides easy access to multiple subway lines including the F, B, D, M, J, and Z trains, plus proximity to Essex Market, Trader Joe's, and numerous restaurants and cafes.

The building maintains a no pets policy and sits in a neighborhood residents describe as a hidden gem, offering urban convenience while maintaining an intimate atmosphere. The location provides walking access to three major bridges (Manhattan, Williamsburg, and Brooklyn) and the East River Greenway, making it popular with outdoor enthusiasts and commuters alike.

Doorman
None
Type
Condo
Year Built
2010
Apartments
Floors
12
Pets: Not allowed
Neighborhood
Min Down
20%

Amenities

  • Rooftop Terrace
  • Video Intercom
  • Washer/Dryer in building
  • Elevator
  • Outdoor Entertainment Space
  • Laundry Room
  • Live-In Superintendent
  • Terraces / Balconies
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  1. F
at Essex and Canal 0.15 miles
  1. J
  2. M
  3. Z
at Essex 0.22 miles
  1. B
  2. D
at Chrystie 0.25 miles

Pros & Cons

  • Elevator building
  • Private balconies and terraces
  • City views from upper floors
  • Multiple subway lines nearby
  • Close to Essex Market and Trader Joe's
  • Walking distance to three bridges
  • Trash and recycling rooms on each floor
  • Generous storage and closet space
  • Recently upgraded roof deck
  • On-site laundry facilities
  • Live-in superintendent
  • Video intercom system
  • Large windows with abundant natural light
  • Stainless steel appliances
  • Full size dishwasher
  • Hardwood floors
  • High ceilings
  • No pets policy

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Radiant
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