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· Closed June 7, 2017

136 E 56th Street #12-A
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Closed For Sale Co-op

$525,000

$1,050 per sq ft

136 E 56th Street #12-A

Midtown East, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS10470769

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Listing by Metropolitan Property Group

1

Bedroom

1

Bath

500

Sq. Ft.

1959

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Living Area 500 sq ft
Year Built 1959
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $962/mo
Parking Garage
Neighborhood Midtown East
Floor 12 of 16

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: South facing
  • Parking: Private garage

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 3
Baths 1 Full
Floor 12 of 16
Exposure South
Pets Yes
Cross Street Park Avenue/Lexington Avenue
Year Built 1959
Living Area 500 sq ft
Parking Garage Available
Block/Lot 1310/59

Description

BEAUTIFULLY RENOVATED UNIT W 2 WALK-IN CLOSETS | DOORMAN BLDG W AMENITIES | SOUTH FACING | LOW MAINTENANCE

Newly renovated | Low Maintenance of $962 | 24 Doorman | South Facing

Spacious & practical layout living area with accents from the modern wallpaper and the custom made barn door. Modern track light that lights up the entire unit with its many angle lights. A huge couch, coffee table, entertainment system and an area ideal for dining comfortably fits in the space.

The converted queen size bedroom is tastefully separated by a sliding barn door. The bedroom is facing back of the building away from street noises with view of the Chrysler building.

Kitchen has plenty of smart storage spaces, gorgeous granite countertop and glass backsplash tiles. Built-in microwave along w a deep sink make the kitchen very functional.

Bathroom is also newly renovated with new vanity sink and fixtures plus a modern wood grain tiles. Lastly, the unit has 2 walk-in closets, 1 floor to ceiling closet and 2 small storage closets.

136 East 56th St has a staff of friendly doormen and handy super. Location cannot be beat; less than 4 blocks from the Lexington Ave subway stations with six train lines, short walk to Whole Food and surrounded by tons of great restaurants (Wolfgang's Steak House) & shops (Bloomingdale's).

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed Common Area

Building Information

Stories 16

Financial Details

Maintenance $962/mo
Sale Price $525,000

Midtown East is a dynamic hub that serves as 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 charming side-street cooperatives, providing a wide array of options for those who want to be at the center of the city's energy.

Midtown East Live Market Data

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Active Listings

221

Median Asking Price

$1.69M

Median $/Sqft

$1,656

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

8

Price Reduced

25%

Sold (30 Days)

12

Median Sale Price

$1.31M

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136 E 56th Street #12-A, Midtown East, New York County • Near Park Avenue/Lexington Avenue

MLS® ID: RLS10470769
First Listed: 12/12/2016
Closed: 6/7/2017
Contract Date: 12/11/2016

Listing Courtesy of Metropolitan Property Group - Jamie Ng

Listing Contact: (212) 300-6412

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