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SOLD FOR $490,000

· Closed June 29, 2017

209 E 56th Street #8A
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Closed For Sale Co-op

$490,000

$891 per sq ft

209 E 56th Street #8A

Midtown East, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS10100319

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Listing by The Corcoran Group

Studio

1

Bath

550

Sq. Ft.

1960

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms Studio
Bathrooms 1
Living Area 550 sq ft
Year Built 1960
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $1,027.44/mo
Neighborhood Midtown East
Floor 8 of 13

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: North facing
  • Climate Control: Wall Units

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 2
Baths 1 Full
Floor 8 of 13
Exposure North
Cooling Wall Units
Pets Yes
Cross Street 3 AVENUE and 2 AVENUE
Year Built 1960
Living Area 550 sq ft
Parcel # 1330-0007-00209-000-000008A

Description

Move right in to this spacious alcove studio at The Sterling, a full service building in Midtown East. The floorplan allows for separate sleeping, dining and living areas as well as abundant closet space throughout. The owner recently renovated the kitchen with Bertazzoni range, GE Profile dishwasher & microwave, and LG refrigerator. Additionally there are Thomasville cherry cabinets & granite countertops making this the best-renovated studio in the building!Enter the dressing area into the renovated bathroom with Kohler fixtures. The north-facing exposure with wall-to-wall windows allows plenty of light all afternoon & you'll also love the custom Venetian blinds when you want to sleep in. The building has great financials and recently renovated the hallways without an assessment to shareholders.The East 50's allow access to the 4, 5, 6, E, M, N, R, Q, & F trains as well as many attractions such as Rockefeller Center, Central Park, & MoMA; shopping including Bloomingdale's, Home Depot, & Bed Bath and Beyond; and dining options from Smith & Wollensky, Le Cirque, to Whole Foods. The Sterling is pet-friendly & features a 24 hour doorman, 2 elevators, live-in super, laundry room, and roof deck.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed Common Area

Building Information

Total Units 103
Stories 13

Financial Details

Maintenance $1,027.44/mo
Original Price $475,000
Sale Price $490,000
Previous Price $475,000

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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209 E 56th Street #8A, Midtown East, New York County • Near 3 AVENUE and 2 AVENUE

Floor Plans

Floor Plan
MLS® ID: RLS10100319
First Listed: 3/24/2017
Price Changed: 6/29/2017
Closed: 6/29/2017
Contract Date: 3/24/2017

Listing Courtesy of The Corcoran Group - Danielle Nazinitsky

Listing Contact: (330) 936-7928

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