Milton Coste

Licensed Real Estate Associate Broker

(917) 416-7433

Midtown East

Manhattan · New York, NY

229 active listings · Median $775K

$775K
Median Asking
$4,895/mo
Median Rent/Mo
1163
Active Listings
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Market Pulse — Midtown East

What defines this market

A condo-dominant submarket with rents at the 5-year high, sale values below the 5-year high, and sale listings clearing quickly.

Common search patterns

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Median asking rent in Midtown East sits at $4,895/month, matching the 5-year high. Rents are up +8.8% year over year and +66.2% over the past 5 years. Median sale price stands at $775K, 23.0% below the 5-year high recorded in Jun 2025. Sale prices are down -16.2% year over year. Sale listings are clearing 37 days faster than at this point last year.

Rental snapshot

  • Median asking rent: $4,895/month (at the 5-year high)
  • Year-over-year rent change: +8.8%
  • 5-year rent change: +66.2%
  • Active rental listings: 1,710

For-sale snapshot

  • Median sale price: $775K (23.0% below the 5-year high in Jun 2025)
  • Condo vs co-op median: condos $990K / co-ops $628K
  • Year-over-year sale price change: -16.2%
  • Median days on market (sale): 60 days (37 days faster than a year ago)
  • Active for-sale listings: 1,163 (+1.8% YoY)
  • Active listings with a price cut: 13.2%
  • Recent monthly closed sales: 95

Across NYC, the FARE Act has tightened agent-listed rental supply since August 2024 by shifting the broker fee to landlords who engage a broker. Roughly 35 to 40% of NYC lease signings occur between mid-June and August 15.

Source: StreetEasy market data, through Mar 2026.

About 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...

Quick Facts

BoroughManhattan
Zip Codes10016, 10017, 10022, 10055
Subway4, 5, 6, 7, E, M, S trains
Building TypesCo-ops

Transit, Schools & Commute

Subway Lines:4 5 6 7 E M S

Stations: Grand Central-42 St (0.28 mi), 51 St (0.30 mi), Lexington Av/53 St (0.36 mi), 5 Av/53 St (0.55 mi), 59 St (0.72 mi)

Midtown: 10 min (4 express from Grand Central-42 St)


Market Report

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-16.2% YoY
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Based on active listings in Midtown East

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Active Listings

Properties in Midtown East

11
2 E 55th Street 935W39
$280,000
2 BD · 3 BA · 1,262 sqft · Condo
2 E 55th Street 935W39
Listed by: Compass
14
2 E 55th Street 807W30
$60,000
1 BD · 1 BA · 625 sqft · Condo
2 E 55th Street 807W30
Listed by: Compass
11
335 E 51st Street 8E
$555,000
· 1 BA · 550 sqft · Condo
335 E 51st Street 8E
Listed by: Compass
12
2 E 55th Street 821W18
$220,000
2 BD · 2 BA · 957 sqft · Condo
2 E 55th Street 821W18
Listed by: Compass
16
845 United Nations Plaza 86B
$10,995,000
4 BD · 6 BA · 5,425 sqft · Condo
845 United Nations Plaza 86B
Listed by: Compass
8
221 E 50th Street 8A
$500,000
1 BD · 1 BA · Co-op
221 E 50th Street 8A
Listed by: Compass
10
641 5th Avenue 38F
$2,325,000
1 BD · 2 BA · 1,241 sqft · Condo
641 5th Avenue 38F
Listed by: Compass
11
135 E 47th Street 4F
$1,399,000
1 BD · 1 BA · 616 sqft · Condo
135 E 47th Street 4F
Listed by: Compass
9
111 E 56th Street 1005
$499,000
2 BD · 2 BA · Co-op
111 E 56th Street 1005
Listed by: Compass
10
2 E 55th Street 803/805
$298,000
2 BD · 2 BA · 1,492 sqft · Condo
2 E 55th Street 803/805
Listed by: Compass
29
641 5th Avenue 27A
$2,995,000
2 BD · 3 BA · 1,791 sqft · Condo
641 5th Avenue 27A
Listed by: Compass
13
351 E 51st Street PH5B
$3,205,000
3 BD · 4 BA · 1,886 sqft · Condo
351 E 51st Street PH5B
Listed by: Compass
7
475 Park Avenue 15E
$750,000
1 BD · 1 BA · 897 sqft · Co-op
475 Park Avenue 15E
Listed by: Compass
19
444 E 52nd Street 3C
$1,350,000
2 BD · 2 BA · 1,200 sqft · Co-op
444 E 52nd Street 3C
Listed by: Compass
7
641 5TH Avenue 46/47C
$28,300,000
5 BD · 7 BA · 7,750 sqft · Condo
641 5TH Avenue 46/47C
Listed by: Douglas Elliman Real Estate
7
432 PARK Avenue 84B
$67,000,000
3 BD · 4 BA · 5,421 sqft · Condo
432 PARK Avenue 84B
Listed by: Douglas Elliman Real Estate
4
100 United Nations Plaza 19C
$975,000
1 BD · 1 BA · 791 sqft · Condo
100 United Nations Plaza 19C
Listed by: Compass
16
45 Tudor City Place 411
$499,000
1 BD · 1 BA · Co-op
45 Tudor City Place 411
Listed by: Compass
8
345 E 52nd Street 3G
$649,000
1 BD · 1 BA · 850 sqft · Co-op
345 E 52nd Street 3G
Listed by: Compass
13
50 United Nations Plaza 6B
$3,888,000
2 BD · 3 BA · 1,624 sqft · Condo
50 United Nations Plaza 6B
Listed by: Compass
15
465 Park Avenue 25EW
$1,950,000
3 BD · 3 BA · Co-op
465 Park Avenue 25EW
Listed by: Compass
34
660 LEXINGTON Avenue PHA
$13,750,000
4 BD · 5 BA · 3,750 sqft · Condo
660 LEXINGTON Avenue PHA
Listed by: Douglas Elliman Real Estate
24
660 LEXINGTON Avenue 2B
$2,500,000
2 BD · 2 BA · 1,163 sqft · Condo
660 LEXINGTON Avenue 2B
Listed by: Douglas Elliman Real Estate
14
351 E 51st Street PH5C
$3,150,000
2 BD · 3 BA · 1,954 sqft · Condo
351 E 51st Street PH5C
Listed by: Compass
17
432 Park Avenue PH88
$88,500,000
4 BD · 7 BA · 8,200 sqft · Condo
432 Park Avenue PH88
Listed by: Compass
13
235 E 55th Street 38C
$1,100,000
1 BD · 2 BA · 856 sqft · Condo
235 E 55th Street 38C
Listed by: Compass
7
321 E 45th Street 9F
$319,000
· 1 BA · Co-op
321 E 45th Street 9F
Listed by: Compass
8
150 E 49th Street 8B
$799,000
2 BD · 2 BA · Co-op
150 E 49th Street 8B
Listed by: Compass
17
12 Beekman Place 7/8B
$1,195,000
2 BD · 2 BA · Co-op
12 Beekman Place 7/8B
Listed by: Compass
11
641 5th Avenue 28B
$2,800,000
2 BD · 2 BA · 1,238 sqft · Condo
641 5th Avenue 28B
Listed by: Compass

REBNY/RLS Disclaimer: Listing data is derived in whole or in part from the RLS at REBNY (Real Estate Board of New York) Internet Data Exchange (IDX) database. Real estate listings held by brokerage firms other than Milton Coste | Keller Williams NYC are marked with the RLS logo. The information provided is for consumers' personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Data is refreshed every 15 minutes per REBNY IDX requirements.

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Why Work With Milton in Midtown East

25+ years

Experience across NYC

1,000+

Transactions closed

Since 2000

Active in Manhattan

Milton Coste is a Licensed Real Estate Associate Broker with Keller Williams NYC. His work covers all five boroughs, with deep experience in co-op boards, condo offerings, townhouse sales, and rental transactions. For Midtown East buyers and sellers, that track record means a broker who has negotiated every type of deal this market produces.

Reviews

"Milton made the entire buying process seamless. His knowledge of the local market and negotiation skills saved us thousands. Highly recommend for anyone looking in Upper Manhattan."

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"We sold our co-op in record time thanks to Milton's marketing strategy. Professional photography, virtual tour, and targeted digital ads brought multiple offers within the first week."

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New This Week in Midtown East

Sale listings that came on the market in the last 7 days.

Homes in Midtown East take a median 60 days to sell. Source: StreetEasy market data.

Listing information for certain New York City properties provided courtesy of the Real Estate Board of New York's Residential Listing Service (the "RLS"). The information contained in this listing has not been verified by the RLS and should be verified by the consumer. The listing information provided here is for the consumer's personal, non-commercial use. Retransmission, redistribution or copying of this listing information is strictly prohibited except in connection with a consumer's consideration of the purchase and/or sale of an individual property. This listing information is not verified for authenticity or accuracy and is not guaranteed and may not reflect all real estate activity in the market. ©2026 The Real Estate Board of New York, Inc., all rights reserved. This advertisement does not suggest that the broker has a listing in this property or properties or that any property is currently available.

Frequently Asked Questions about Midtown East

The median sale price in Midtown East is $775K. Condos sit at a median of $990K and co-ops at $628K. Sale prices are down 16.2% year over year.

No. The median sale price in Midtown East is currently 23.0% below the 5-year high recorded in June 2025. That gap can favor buyers searching for value relative to the neighborhood's past peak.

Sale listings in Midtown East have a median of 60 days on market. That is 37 days faster than the same point a year ago. Roughly 13.2% of active listings have recorded a price cut, suggesting some negotiating room.

Midtown East is broadly balanced right now, with median days on market at 60 days and 13.2% of active listings carrying a price cut. Pricing depends heavily on the specific building and unit.

Midtown East offers both co-ops and condos. Condos are the higher-priced segment at a $990K median, with co-ops at $628K.

Roughly 95 homes change hands each month in Midtown East across condos, co-ops, and townhouses, based on recorded closed sales. That benchmark helps gauge how quickly the market is absorbing new inventory.

The overall median asking rent in Midtown East is $4,895/month. Live RLS listings show studios at $3,500, 1-bedrooms at $5,650, 2-bedrooms at $9,498, 3+ bedrooms at $35,000 per month. Rents are up 8.8% year over year.

Yes. The median asking rent in Midtown East is currently at the 5-year high. Tenants searching the neighborhood right now are competing in a market priced at peak.

Median asking rent in Midtown East has risen 66.2% over the past 5 years. That puts the neighborhood in context with longer-term NYC rent dynamics rather than just one-year noise.

Within walking or short-transit distance of Midtown East, median sale prices range across Midtown at $2.1M, Central Park South at $1.1M, Midtown West at $990K, All Midtown at $905K. Each has different building stock, co-op vs condo mix, and transit access, so the right comparison depends on the buyer's priorities.

Midtown East is served by the 4, 5, 6, 7, E, M, S trains. The commute to Midtown Manhattan runs roughly 10 minutes from Grand Central-42 St.

Under the FARE Act in effect since August 2024, NYC landlords who engage a broker pay the broker fee directly rather than passing it to tenants. In neighborhoods like Midtown East, this has shifted some smaller landlords toward self-listing, which has tightened the supply of agent-listed rentals citywide and lifted competition for what remains on market.

Milton Coste is a Licensed Real Estate Associate Broker with Keller Williams New York City. He has 25+ years of experience across all five boroughs, with deep transaction history in co-op board packages, condo offerings, townhouse sales, and rentals. Direct: (917) 416-7433. Email: [email protected].

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Milton Coste, Licensed Real Estate Associate Broker

Milton Coste

Licensed Real Estate Associate Broker

Keller Williams NYC · NY #10301213304

25+ years of experience and over 2,000 transactions closed across NYC. Whether you are buying, selling, or leasing in Midtown East, I will guide you every step of the way.

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