Building
The Sterling
209 E 56th St, Manhattan, NY 10022

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The Sterling is a highrise co-op building located at 209 E 56th St in Manhattan's Midtown East. It was built in 1960 (Post-war). The structure rises 13 stories, has a total building area of 87,100 Sq. Ft. and contains 116 units.


The building offers a range of amenities to enhance residents' lifestyles, including Full-Time Doorman, Common Roof Deck, Elevator and Laundry in Building. Interiors are defined by Central AC.


Located in Midtown East, steps from Manhattan’s most iconic sites, Midtown East is

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Units

Unit
Status
Price
$462,000 Avg.
Price/Sq. Ft.
$720/sf Avg.
Bd
Ba
Sq. Ft.
Floor Plan
209 E 56th St - #9EOpen House: Mar 8, 11:00AM - 4:00PMListed By CompassActive$650,000-11-View
209 E 56th St - #7KActive$400,000$727/sf0.51550View
209 E 56th St - #2KActive$399,000$713/sf0.51560View
209 E 56th St - #7AActive$399,000-0.51-View

Building
The Sterling
209 E 56th St, Manhattan, NY 10022

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Building Amenities

Central AC
Common Roof Deck
Elevator
Full-Time Doorman
Gas Included
Handicap Access
Heat Included
Highrise
Laundry in Building
Offsite Super

Building PoliciesUPDATED 03/27/2025

General Policies
Pet Policy: Pets Allowed
Rental/Sublet Policy: Allowed
Pied-a-Terre Policy: Allowed
Sales & Financial Policies
Min Down Payment: 20%
Tax Deductibility: 55%
Transfer Fee (Flip Tax): Yes
Guarantors Policy: Allowed
Parental Purchasing Policy: Allowed
Co-Purchasing Policy: Allowed
Open Houses Policy: Not Allowed
Policies are subject to change at the discretion of building management and may not apply to renters.

Building Facts

Building Overview
Property Type: Co-op
Building Size: Highrise
Access: Elevator
Service Level: Full-Time Doorman
Year Built: 1960
Building Era: Post-war
Year Last Altered: 1984
Building Class: D4
Owner: 209 E 56 APT CORP
Size & Dimensions
Units: 116
Stories: 13
Building Sq. Ft.: 87,100 Sq. Ft.
Lot Sq. Ft.: 10,000 Sq. Ft.
Building Width: 67 Ft.
Building Depth: 100 Ft.
Lot Width: 100 Ft.
Lot Depth: 100.42 Ft.
Buildings on Lot: 1
Zoning & Use
Zoning Districts: C1-9
Land Use Category: D4
Residential Units: 116
Total Units: 116
Residential Area(SF): 78,100 Sq. Ft.
Commercial Area(SF): 9,000 Sq. Ft.
Location Details
Street Address: 209 E 56th St
Zip Code: 10022
Building Name: The Sterling
Complex Name: -
Neighborhood: Midtown East
Borough: Manhattan
City: Manhattan
State: NY
Districts
Community District: 106
City Council: 4
Police Precinct: 17
Fire Department: E008
School District: 02

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Schools

SchoolTypeGradesDistanceRating
P.S. 59 Beekman Hill InternationalPublicPK-50.1 mi
8
Art and Design High SchoolPublic9-120.1 mi
8
Cathedral High SchoolPrivate9-120.2 mi
NR
The Beekman SchoolPrivate9-120.3 mi
NR

P.S. 59 Beekman Hill International

PK-5, 0.1 mi, Public

8

Art and Design High School

9-12, 0.1 mi, Public

8

Cathedral High School

9-12, 0.2 mi, Private

NR

The Beekman School

9-12, 0.3 mi, Private

NR

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Midtown East
A classic New York neighborhood with a contemporary vibe. Steps from Manhattan’s most iconic sites, Midtown East is home to a world-class cultural scene, plus an endless array of options for shopping, eating, and drinking.
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More information about 209 E 56th St, Manhattan, NY 10022

As a benchmark, a 1-bedroom co-op at 209 East 56th Street, Unit 9E is currently on the market at $650,000, while East 56th Street recently sold for $451,000. This building sits amid Upper East Side, Central Park South, Midtown Central, Roosevelt Island and Midtown East, intersecting ZIP codes 10172, 10171, 10176, 10065 and 10151 — and directly borders Manhattan, New York, Queens, Brooklyn and Weehawken. For added insight, see how this compares to average rental rates in Manhattan. *All numbers are for indication only and are not guaranteed.

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Updated as of Mar 27, 2025.