220 E 57Th St

Carlton East is a mid-rise co-op on 57th Street in Midtown Manhattan built in the early 1960s and converted to cooperative ownership in the late 1970s. The 20-story, blue-brick building contains primarily studios and one-bedroom units, many of which have been modified into alcove or junior one-bedroom layouts with eat-in or galley kitchens, expanded living/dining areas, and generous closet storage. Interiors commonly feature high ceilings, built-ins, recessed lighting, breakfast bars, and walk-in closet space; several listings reference updated kitchens with stainless appliances and renovated bathrooms. Common areas include a canopied entrance, recently refurbished hallways and lobby, two elevators, a live-in superintendent, and full-time uniformed doorman service. Resident conveniences are central laundry facilities, a bike room, storage cages (fee-based), and on-site staff. Maintenance historically includes heat, hot water and water; the co-op permits 80% financing, co-purchasing, guarantors, pied-à-terre ownership, and offers subletting after one year of ownership (with board terms). Pet policies vary by listing but many units and the board permit pets for shareholders. The location places residents steps from major grocery options, designer retail along Fifth and Madison, multiple subway lines, and several bus routes, providing direct access to Central Park and Midtown business and cultural destinations.