209 E 56Th St

A 13-story post‑war cooperative in Midtown East, completed in 1960, the building contains 48 mostly small-footprint residences—studios and one-bedrooms—configured for urban living. The exterior is modestly scaled and brick-faced, with a landscaped roof deck that provides outdoor space above the street; some units include private terraces or small outdoor areas under 60 square feet. Inside, apartments typically show high ceilings, defined entry foyers or dining areas, and ample built-in closets; finishes range from original parquet and hardwood floors to renovated kitchens and baths in updated homes. The property operates as a full-service co-op with a 24-hour doorman, a live-in superintendent, resident manager/staff, common laundry room, and on-site management. Building policies are buyer-friendly for a co-op: pets allowed with approval, pied-à-terres permitted, sublets allowed after two years, and co-purchasing and guarantors accepted under board rules. Located in a dense Midtown East retail and transit corridor, the building sits steps from multiple subway lines, bus routes, supermarkets, restaurants, and cultural destinations such as Central Park and the United Nations, supporting a walkable, convenience-oriented lifestyle.