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36 EAST 56 STREET

Manhattan · Midtown East · New York, NY 10022

Built 1948 17 Floors 102 Units Elevator Apartments
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100/100
Compliance Score

No open violations on record. Building is in full compliance.

What This Means for Buyers

36 EAST 56 STREET is a large-scale post-war elevator apartments building with walk-up in Midtown East. Midtown East is a dynamic hub that is the gateway to Manhattan for many. Home to iconic landmarks like Grand Central Terminal and the Chrysler Building, the neighborhood offers unparalleled convenienc... Zoned R10, this building sits in a highest density residential, allowing the tallest residential buildings. The building has a clean compliance record with no open violations.

Midtown East

Midtown East is a dynamic hub that is the gateway to Manhattan for many. Home to iconic landmarks like Grand Central Terminal and the Chrysler Building, the neighborhood offers unparalleled convenience for commuters and professionals. The residential landscape is a mix of high-rise luxury towers and historic side-street cooperatives, providing a wide array of options for those who want to be at the center of the city's energy.

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Public Records & Ownership Lookup

Search this building's deed history, mortgages, and LLC ownership through official NYC government databases. Free public data.

Permanent Property Identifier

BBL: 1-01367-0020

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Active Listings in This Building

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Listing data provided by the REBNY Listing Service (RLS) and may not reflect all available activity. All listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Listing broker is identified in each listing detail.

Sales History

Date Unit Beds Price Sq Ft
May 29, 2025Unit 13D1BR$549,0001,088
Aug 5, 2020Unit 9C2BR$1,495,000-
Feb 7, 2017Unit 12B1BRN/A-
Aug 19, 2024Unit 4A2BR$975,000-
Jun 12, 2023Unit 3C2BR$1,150,0001,450
Mar 1, 2018Unit 9A2BR$1,250,000-
Sep 14, 2015Unit PHA3BRN/A-
Oct 12, 2017Unit 6A2BR$1,230,000-
Feb 26, 2022Unit 16A2BR$795,500-
Jul 26, 2023Unit 3G1BR$650,000-
Apr 23, 2018Unit 6F2BR$1,362,000-
Sep 18, 2014Unit 6F2BR$1,265,000-
Jul 15, 2013Unit 8B1BRN/A-
Nov 6, 2017Unit 12-E1BR$930,0001,000
Mar 3, 2017Unit 14-B1BR$800,0001,000
Jul 8, 2016Unit 4-F2BR$1,335,0001,400
Nov 30, 2021Unit 16-E3BR$2,245,000-
Nov 22, 2013Unit 1-D2BR$530,000-
Sep 18, 2017Unit 4EStudio$455,000600
Dec 5, 2016Unit 8D1BR$825,000-
May 11, 2015Unit 5G2BR$850,0001,000
Aug 13, 2015Unit 6G1BR$925,0001,000
Dec 10, 2015Unit 2G1BR$830,0001,000
Jul 27, 2023Unit 5D1BR$645,000850
Jul 13, 2023Unit 4G1BR$510,000-
Apr 13, 2013Unit 9D1BRN/A-
Nov 4, 2013Unit 5F2BRN/A-
Nov 6, 2016Unit 15A2BRN/A-
Dec 4, 2017Unit 7EStudio$1-
Apr 28, 2026Unit 12C2BR$1,050,000-
Mar 19, 2026Unit MAISONETTE3BR$1,350,000-
Apr 23, 2025Unit 15D1BR$550,000-
Jun 4, 2022Unit 4B1BR$685,000-
Jul 7, 2020Unit 2-F2BR$907,5001,400
Mar 24, 2021Unit 16-C2BR$1,350,0001,450
Mar 23, 2018Unit PHA3BRN/A-
Jun 9, 2014Unit 16D1BRN/A-
Feb 8, 2022Unit 2D1BR$650,000-
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Closed sale data from REBNY Listing Service. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

Compliance & Violations

Clean Compliance Record

This building has no open violations on record with NYC DOB or HPD.

Source: NYC Department of Buildings & HPD (data.cityofnewyork.us)

Nearby Transit

Lexington Av/53 St

0.40 mi away

EM

Approximate walking distances.

Nearby Schools

No public schools found within walking distance.

Permits & Renovations

No recent permit filings found.

Zoning & Development

Zoning District
R10

Highest density residential, allowing the tallest residential buildings.

Floor Area Ratio (FAR)
11.13 / 10.00
Fully built or over-built

Building Details

Owner of Record
36 SUTTON SOUTH CORP
Physical
Building Class
Elevator Apartments (D4)
Land Use
3
Year Built
1948
Floors
17
Total Units
102
Gross Floor Area
147,000 sq ft
Lot Area
13,213 sq ft
Lot Frontage
131.58 ft
Lot Depth
100.42 ft
Municipal Districts
Community District
CD 6
City Council
District 4
School District
2
Police Precinct
17
Fire Company
E008
Sanitation District
6
BBL
1013670020.00000000

Source: NYC PLUTO (data.cityofnewyork.us)

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Location

Building Subway 🏫 Elementary 📚 Middle 🎓 High School

Frequently Asked Questions about 36 EAST 56 STREET

What kind of building is 36 EAST 56 STREET?
36 EAST 56 STREET is recorded in NYC PLUTO as a Elevator Apartments (building class D4).
When was 36 EAST 56 STREET built?
Built in 1948, 17 floors, 102 total units. Data sourced from NYC PLUTO, the city's official tax lot database.
How many units are at 36 EAST 56 STREET?
102 residential units across 17 floors.
How many apartments are currently for sale at 36 EAST 56 STREET?
Active listing counts are loaded from the REBNY Listing Service in real time. See the Active Listings section above for current availability and price ranges. If no listings appear, there are no units currently on the market through RLS.
What is the average price per square foot at 36 EAST 56 STREET?
Per-square-foot pricing is calculated from closed sale transactions in the Sales History section above. Actual pricing varies by floor, exposure, renovation level, and unit layout. For a current valuation, contact Milton for a building-specific comparable market analysis.
What is the closest subway to 36 EAST 56 STREET?
The closest subway stop is Lexington Av/53 St (E, M lines), approximately 0.40 mi away. Walking distances are approximate.
How can I see the full sales history for 36 EAST 56 STREET?
The Sales History section on this page shows closed transactions from the REBNY Listing Service (RLS). For full deed and mortgage history back to 1966, including lien searches and ownership chain verification, use ACRIS, NYC's free official property records system. Our step-by-step guide explains exactly how: ACRIS NYC: How to Search Deeds, Liens & Owner Records Free.
Who should I contact about a listing at 36 EAST 56 STREET?
Milton Coste, Licensed Real Estate Associate Broker at Keller Williams NYC. Call or text (917) 416-7433, email [email protected], or schedule a consultation online. Milton has represented buyers and sellers across all five boroughs for 25+ years.
Who owns 36 EAST 56 STREET?
The current owner of 36 EAST 56 STREET is recorded in the most recent deed on file with the NYC Department of Finance ACRIS system. To find the current owner: (1) visit acris.nyc.gov, (2) search by BBL 1-01367-0020 or by address, (3) sort by date descending and find the most recent deed. The grantee (buyer) on that deed is the current owner. If the owner is an LLC, look up the LLC's managing member at the NY Department of State Business Entity Database.
What is the BBL for 36 EAST 56 STREET?
The BBL (Borough, Block, Lot) for 36 EAST 56 STREET is 1-01367-0020. The first digit (1) identifies the borough: Manhattan. The next 5 digits are the tax block (1367) and the last 4 are the lot within that block (20). BBLs never change even when addresses are renumbered, which makes them the most reliable identifier for NYC public records like ACRIS deeds, DOB permits, and tax bills.
Where can I find the deed history for 36 EAST 56 STREET?
Every recorded deed for 36 EAST 56 STREET since 1966 is searchable for free at acris.nyc.gov. Search by BBL 1-01367-0020 for the most reliable results. The deed history shows every ownership transfer with grantor (seller), grantee (buyer), date, and recorded sale price. Older transfers may show LLC names. To trace the LLC's managing member, cross-reference with the NY Department of State at apps.dos.ny.gov. Our step-by-step ACRIS guide walks through the full process.

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