The Benenson,
332 East 84th Street

Overview of The Benenson at 332 East 84th Street

The Benenson at 332 East 84th Street is a six story red brick cooperative building constructed in 1927 and converted to a co-op in 1990. Housing 48 units, this pre war building features a distinctive canopied entrance with limestone surround and maintains much of its original architectural character, including fire escapes and consistent fenestration. The building sits on a quiet tree lined block in the heart of the Upper East Side, near the Zion St. Mark's Evangelical Lutheran Church.

Apartments throughout the building showcase classic pre war details including high ceilings, hardwood floors, and windowed kitchens – a particularly coveted feature that appears in multiple units. Many apartments have been renovated with modern amenities like stainless steel appliances, while retaining original elements such as built in features from the 1920s. Units commonly offer multiple exposures, custom built in closets, and spacious layouts with separate dining areas. Several apartments feature windowed bathrooms, and many face serene interior gardens providing a peaceful retreat from city life.

Building amenities include a live-in superintendent, on-site laundry facilities, bike storage, elevator service, and additional storage space. The co-op maintains strong financials with low monthly maintenance fees and offers flexible policies including pet ownership (with breed restrictions), pied-à-terre ownership, and sublets ranging from one to two years with board approval. The building also permits parental purchasing, gifting, and co-purchasing arrangements on a case by case basis.

The location provides excellent access to transportation with the 4, 5, 6, and Q trains nearby, plus good cross town bus service on 86th Street. Residents enjoy proximity to Carl Schurz Park along the East River, Central Park, numerous schools, museums, and some of the Upper East Side's finest shopping and dining establishments. The area also offers access to the East River Promenade and the Eastside 90th Street ferry stop.