251 E 51St St

A 21-story cooperative completed in 1960, this Midtown East residential building contains about 56 primarily studio and one-bedroom units configured for efficient city living. The façade and massing reflect midcentury multi-residential design; interiors vary between original-period details and contemporary renovations. Apartment features commonly include high ceilings, built-ins and custom cabinetry, breakfast bars or kitchen islands with granite counters, recessed lighting, crown molding, parquet or oak flooring, generous closet systems and alcove sleeping areas that can function as one-bedroom layouts. Common areas emphasize full-service conveniences: a 24-hour staffed doorman, live-in resident manager, central laundry, and a staffed lobby. Residents have access to a landscaped roof deck with panoramic city views and planted garden spaces, an on-site fitness room with modern cardio equipment (including Peloton bikes), and an on-site garage offering discounted shareholder parking. The building is pet-friendly and permits pied-à-terre ownership, co-purchasing and gifting. Located in Midtown East on a tree-lined block near multiple subway lines (E, M, 6) and major transit hubs, it places shopping, restaurants, cultural venues, and parks within short walking distance, supporting both daily urban routines and commuter needs.