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SOLD FOR $1,150,000

· Closed September 20, 2018

136 E 56th Street #4-EF
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Closed For Sale Co-op

$1,150,000

$800 per sq ft

136 E 56th Street #4-EF

Midtown East, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS10439324

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Compass

2

Bedrooms

2

Baths

1,437

Sq. Ft.

1959

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 2
Living Area 1,437 sq ft
Year Built 1959
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $3,189/mo
Parking Garage
Neighborhood Midtown East
Floor 4 of 16

Property Highlights

  • Views: City
  • Exposure: East,North facing
  • Parking: Private garage

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 5
Baths 2 Full
Floor 4 of 16
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Exposure East,North
Pets Yes
Cross Street Park Avenue/Lexington Avenue
Year Built 1959
Living Area 1,437 sq ft
Parking Garage Available
Block/Lot 1310/59

Description

Conveniently located to all that is trending along ?billionaires row?, aka the 57th street corridor: fabulous shopping, 4-star restaurants and a transportation hub to all major subway lines. Artfully designed 2-bedroom home blends comfort with grandness. Sweeping double length living room encompasses a foyer entrance with three closets, adjacent ?bar? for entertaining and dining bay. Open exposures east & north provide streaming sunlight and cityscape views. The dining bay can be converted to a third bedroom if needed. The windows are outfitted with plantation-style wooden blinds, and wall-to-wall custom cabinetry below in wood-toned formica. The pass-thru windowed kitchen has been stylishly renovated with hand-painted tiles serving as the backsplash and off-set with an abundance of custom cabinets trimmed in white, french blue and yellow, speckled white Corian counters and ceramic tile flooring. Plus, top of the line appliances: Sub-zero and Boshe dishwasher. Two graciously sized master bedrooms with closets galore! One ensuite with a spa-like bathroom outfitted in neutral marble tones, mirrored walls and a deep soaking tub. Plus, for your added convenience, a washer/dryer hook-up is in place in the linen closet. The second bedroom is currently used as a guest bedroom/home office with wood-toned custom formica cabinetry and a walk-in closet. Adjacent bathroom with glass shower stall, custom mirrored vanity and floating sink. One-Thirty-Six East 56th Street has been going through a renaissance of its own! The boutique coop boasts a new limestone facade, custom lighting sconces and illuminated glass canopy to lend a touch of elegance! A full-service building providing doorman and concierge services, garage access thru the basement, live-in super, bike & caged storage (waiting list). Pets are welcome! Pied-a-terre's, co-purchasing and guarantors are considered. Subletting is allowed after 2-years of ownership. Flip tax 2.25%

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Entrance Foyer Pantry Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed Common Area

Appliances

Dryer Washer

Building Information

Stories 16

Financial Details

Maintenance $3,189/mo
Previous Price $1,295,000

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

9

Price Reduced

25%

Sold (30 Days)

12

Median Sale Price

$1.31M

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136 E 56th Street #4-EF, Midtown East, New York County • Near Park Avenue/Lexington Avenue

MLS® ID: RLS10439324
First Listed: 10/6/2017
Price Changed: 9/20/2018
Closed: 9/20/2018
Contract Date: 10/6/2017

Listing Courtesy of Compass - Kathy Jones

Listing Contact: (646) 229-1344

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