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About Midtown East

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.

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Your Midtown East Expert

Milton Coste was born and raised in the Washington Heights/Inwood area and has been helping buyers and sellers in Upper Manhattan and across NYC for over 25 years. With 1,000+ closed transactions including dozens in Midtown East, Milton knows every building, every block, and what it takes to navigate NYC's unique co-op and condo market.

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Frequently Asked Questions: Midtown East Real Estate

Who is the best real estate agent in Midtown East?

Milton Coste is a top-rated Midtown East real estate specialist with 25+ years of experience and 1,000+ closed transactions in NYC. Born and raised in the Washington Heights area, Milton has deep local knowledge of Midtown East's co-ops, condos, and market trends. He's bilingual (English/Spanish) and has a 5-star rating on both Google and Zillow. Contact: (917) 416-7433 or [email protected].

What are Midtown East apartment prices in 2026?

Midtown East real estate prices vary by property type. As of January 2026, co-op studios typically start around $250,000-$400,000, 1-bedrooms range from $350,000-$600,000, and 2-bedrooms from $450,000-$800,000. Condos command a premium of 20-40% over co-ops. Milton Coste tracks Midtown East prices daily and can provide a detailed market analysis for your specific needs.

What is the process for buying a co-op in Midtown East?

Buying a co-op in Midtown East involves several steps: getting pre-approved for financing, searching for properties, making an offer, preparing a board package (financial documents, reference letters, personal statement), and passing the co-op board interview. The process typically takes 60-90 days from accepted offer to closing. Milton Coste guides buyers through each step and has helped over 1,000 clients navigate NYC's co-op and condo market.

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Current Inventory Snapshot

Live from REBNY/RLS • Feb 24, 2026

There are currently 204 properties actively listed for sale, with 61 already under contract. The median asking price is $1.97M ($1,815/sqft). Properties are spending an average of N/A days on market, and 26.0% of listings have had price reductions.

Inventory & Activity

Active Listings

204

for sale

Total number of properties currently for sale in this neighborhood

Pending Sales

under contract

Properties under contract awaiting closing

New This Week

last 7 days

Properties listed in the last 7 days

New This Month

last 30 days

Properties listed in the last 30 days

Avg Days on Market

N/A

days avg

Average number of days properties have been listed. Lower = faster market

Price Cut Rate

26.0%

53 listings

Percentage of active listings with price reductions. Higher = more negotiable market

Asking Prices

Median Asking Price

$1.97M

all types

The middle price point of all active listings - half are priced above, half below

Average Asking Price

$5.10M

all types

Mean listing price of all active properties (can be skewed by outliers)

Median $/Sqft

$1,815

per sqft

Median price per square foot - useful for comparing properties of different sizes

Median Condo Price

$2.95M

141 condos

Median asking price for condominium units only

Median Co-op Price

$695K

59 co-ops

Median asking price for co-operative units only

Property Mix

Distribution of 204 active listings

Condo 69% (141) Co-op 29% (59) Condop 1% (2)

Building Types:

Apartments: 197 Multi-Family: 7

Recent Sales

Sold (30 Days)

last 30 days

Number of properties that closed in the last 30 days

Sold (90 Days)

last 90 days

Number of properties that closed in the last 90 days

Median Sale Price

$1.74M

closed sales

Median closing price of recently sold properties (last 90 days)

Avg Sale Price

$3.74M

closed sales

Average closing price of recently sold properties

Sale-to-List Ratio

100.0%

of asking

Average sale price as % of listing price. Above 100% = selling over asking

Browse by Property Type

Co-ops (20) Condos (25) Condops (2) Multi-Family (1)

Buildings in Midtown East

2 55th Street

8 listings available

45 Tudor City Place

2 listings available

641 5TH Avenue

2 listings available

117 57TH Street

2 listings available

310 46th Street

2 listings available

301 45th Street

2 listings available

Midtown East Market Analysis & Trends

Based on StreetEasy data through December 2025

Buyer's Market

Midtown East is currently a Buyer's Market. The median sale price is $1.20M, which has increased 9% compared to last year. Properties typically spend 109 days on market before selling. For renters, the median asking rent is $3,100, up 8.7% year-over-year. High Days on Market (109) and a sale-to-list ratio consistently below 0.98 indicate an environment favoring buyer negotiation.

Key Market Metrics

Median Sale Price

$1.20M

+9.0% YoY

Median Rent

$3,100

+8.7% YoY

Days on Market

109

Remaining steady above 100 days throughout 2025

Price/Sqft

$1,550/sqft

Approximately 5% above the Manhattan median sales price

High Days on Market (109) and a sale-to-list ratio consistently below 0.98 indicate an environment favoring buyer negotiation.

Market Note: The market remained stable in 2025 with consistent demand for one-bedroom units.

Rental Market

Studio

$2,750

1 Bedroom

$3,495

2 Bedroom

$5,000

3+ Bedroom

$7,500

Transportation

Subway Lines

4 5 6 7 E M S

Stations

Grand Central-42 St, 51 St, Lexington Av/53 St, 59 St

Commute Times

Wall Street: 15-20 minutes

Ongoing operational enhancements to the Grand Central Madison LIRR concourse (Source: MTA)....

Neighborhood Amenities

Parks

Dag Hammarskjöld Plaza

Hospitals

NYU Langone Medical Center (nearby)

Shopping

Fifth Avenue Retail
Grand Central Market

Cultural

United Nations Headquarters
Chrysler Building
Japan Society

Building Stock & Co-op Info

Predominant Type

Luxury High-rise Co-ops and Condos

Co-op vs Condo

Home to some of Manhattan's most established cooperatives in Sutton Place, with modern luxury condominiums concentrated near Second Avenue.

Typical Co-op Requirements

Down: Minimum 25-50% in premier buildings
DTI: Strict 25-28%
Liquidity: Minimum 1-2 years of carrying costs preferred
Credit: 740+ preferred

Investment Analysis

Outlook: Stable

Buyer Strategy

Negotiate aggressively on established cooperatives that require modernization.

Renter Strategy

Identify units in Turtle Bay for the best proximity to Grand Central transport.

Investor Strategy

Condominiums near the UN command premium rents for diplomatic and professional staff.

Schools

Served by NYC DOE District 2. Research schools at schools.nyc.gov

Safety

NYPD 17th Precinct. Current statistics: nyc.gov/nypd CompStat

Fair Housing

Milton Coste supports Fair Housing Act and Equal Opportunity Act.

Milton Coste supports the Fair Housing Act and Equal Opportunity Act. All data provided for informational purposes only. Verify all data independently.

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Midtown East Real Estate

About Midtown East

Your Midtown East Expert

Frequently Asked Questions: Midtown East Real Estate

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Current Inventory Snapshot

Inventory & Activity

Asking Prices

Property Mix

Recent Sales

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Buildings in Midtown East

Properties for Sale

45 Tudor City Place #1808

641 5TH Avenue #30F

480 PARK Avenue #14B

2 E 55th Street #1116

475 Park Avenue #15E

2 E 55th Street #918W32

2 E 55th Street #807W30

2 E 55th Street #808W38

415 E 52nd Street #PHCB

117 E 57TH Street #49D/51D

2 E 55th Street #80936

432 Park Avenue #81A

2 E 55th Street #835W9

221 E 50th Street #8A

310 E 46th Street #22U

309 E 49th Street #21A

252 E 57th Street #60A

145 E 48th Street #8D

685 5th Avenue #6B

301 E 45th Street #7F

155 E 49th Street #2B

138 E 50th Street #40B

301 E 45th Street #8A

860 United Nations Plaza #35/36D

400 E 52nd Street #14J

345 E 52nd Street #2C

2 E 55th Street #907W20

223 E 50th Street #6B

150 E 49th Street #9D

305 E 51st Street #11D

225 E 57th Street #16K

142 E 49th Street #3D

2 E 55th Street #808W36

209 E 56th Street #9E

310 E 46th Street #PHG

439 E 51st Street #8A

249 E 48th Street #16E

345 E 52nd Street #3G

225 E 46th Street #8J

117 E 57th Street #41AB

641 5th Avenue #38F

150 E 49th Street #9E

219 E 49th Street

111 E 56th Street #1108

227 E 57th Street #14G

45 Tudor City Place #716

250 E 54th Street #35A

212 E 57th Street #11A

Midtown East Market Analysis & Trends

Key Market Metrics

Rental Market

Transportation

Neighborhood Amenities

Building Stock & Co-op Info

Investment Analysis

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