111 E 56Th St

A prewar hotel-conversion residence completed in 1927, the Lombardy is a 21-story, landmark-style building with a mix of studios through three-bedroom apartments. Its architecture reflects 1920s craftsmanship: high ceilings, oversized windows, hardwood floors, and classic moldings are common in units, many of which have been renovated while retaining prewar character. The property functions as a full-service residential hotel: a staffed entrance foyer and concierge/doorman operation support twice-daily maid service, valet/parking arrangements, a business center, on-site salon, and a restaurant and espresso bar. Shared amenity highlights include a roof deck and private outdoor terrace options for select units, a fitness center, common storage/laundry facilities and meeting space; some residences have private entrances or private outdoor space over 60 sq ft. Flexible unit configurations are typical — several listings note easily divisible floor plans (splitting 1BRs into studios or combining units into larger apartments) which supports varied ownership uses. Pied-à-terre ownership is permitted and the building maintains an in-house rental program that allows short-term (daily to monthly) placements vetted by building staff. Located on a quiet, tree-lined block in Midtown East near Park Avenue and two blocks from Central Park, the Lombardy sits within a high-service, retail-rich neighborhood with excellent transit access and proximate cultural institutions.