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The Excelsior, 303 East 57th Street - Midtown East
The Excelsior, 303 East 57th Street - Midtown East
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303 East 57th Street

The Excelsior,
303 East 57th Street

Doorman co-op located in Midtown East, between Second Avenue & First Avenue

303 East 57th Street Location Map
  • Apartments For Sale (9) $400 Avg. price/ft2
  • For Rent (2)
  • Recent Sales (75) $398 Avg. price/ft2
  • All Units in Building (360)
Unit #
Beds
Baths
Size
Price / Ft2
Price
Listed on
Days on Market
Apt. 12L14L
(14 Photos)
5 beds
5.5 baths
$3,300,000
Nov 14, 2025
20 days
Apt. 30E
(12 Photos)
3 beds
2 baths
$849,000
Oct 10, 2025
55 days
Apt. 6AB
(14 Photos)
2 beds
2.5 baths
2,000 ft2
$380
$760,000
Aug 27, 2025
99 days
Apt. 41G
(14 Photos)
4 beds
4 baths
3,300 ft2
$500
$1,650,000 -8.1%
Jul 24, 2025
133 days
Apt. 39A
(15 Photos)
3 beds
3 baths
$710,000 -7.2%
Jul 2, 2025
155 days
Apt. 30F
(9 Photos)
3 beds
3 baths
2,200 ft2
$340
$749,000 -11.8%
Jul 2, 2025
155 days
Apt. 32C
(12 Photos)
1 bed
1.5 baths
1,100 ft2
$381
$419,000 -0.2%
Jul 2, 2025
155 days
Apt. 34G
(17 Photos)
3 beds
3.5 baths
3,300 ft2
$455
$1,499,999
Apr 23, 2025
225 days
Apt. 35G
2 beds
3 baths
3,400 ft2
$346
$1,175,000 -7.8%
Aug 28, 2024
463 days
Unit #
Beds
Baths
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Price
Listed on
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Unit #
Beds
Baths
Size
Closing Price
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Overview of The Excelsior at 303 East 57th Street

In 1967, the Excelsior ranked among the city’s tallest apartment buildings. The broad-shouldered, 47-story tower still maintains a commanding presence at the junction of Midtown East and the Sutton Place neighborhood. The assertive midcentury design comes from Philip Birnbaum, one of the most prolific apartment architects in post-war New York. The notched form adds extra corner rooms on every floor.

Spacious balconies, which feature in almost every apartment, open upon the Queensboro Bridge, the East River, and the Midtown and Uptown skylines. Central Park comes into view from the upper floors and the roof sundeck. A spacious porte-cochere makes for an arrival uncluttered with Midtown’s curbside traffic. Amenities such as a health club and swimming pool further establish the Excelsior as a standout among the city’s co-op buildings.

Gas and electricity are included in the maintenance fees, and the building allows pets, pied-a-terres, and in-unit washer/dryers. Its address at 303 East 57th Street puts it near fine dining, top shopping, and Whole Foods.

Year Built
1967
Apartments
360
Floors
47
Pets: Allowed
Neighborhood
Min Down
50%
360Apartments
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Amenities

  • Concierge
  • Elevator Operator
  • FT Doorman
  • High-Rise
  • Post War
  • Full Service Garage
  • Health Club
  • Pool
  • Rooftop Terrace
  • Washer/Dryer in building
  • Elevator
  • Valet Parking
  • Fitness Center
  • Rooftop Terrace
  • On-Site Parking
  • Laundry Room
  • In-Unit Washer/Dryer
  • Bike Room
  • Live-In Superintendent
  • Porte-Cochère / Driveway
  • Terraces / Balconies
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Nearby Subways

  1. N
  2. Q
  3. R
  4. 4
  5. 5
  6. 6
at 3rd Ave and 60th 0.26 miles
  1. M
  2. E
at Lexington Ave and 53rd 0.27 miles
  1. F
at Lexington Ave and 63rd 0.36 miles

Pros & Cons

  • Many apartments have impressive views
  • Doorman
  • Health club with pool
  • Garage
  • Spacious lobby
  • Close to Subway
  • Heavy traffic and noise at busy intersection
  • No sundeck
  • Conventional and small layouts

CityRealty Rating

25
/44
Architecture
+
21
/36
Location
+
18
/39
Features
+
8
Editor’s Points
=
72
CITYREALTY
RATING
  • How is the CityRealty Rating calculated?

    Architecture
    • 30+ remarkable
    • 20-29 distinguished
    • 11-19 average
    • < 11 below average
    Location
    • 27+ remarkable
    • 18-26 distinguished
    • 9-17 average
    • < 9 below average
    Features
    • 22+ remarkable
    • 16-21 distinguished
    • 9-15 average
    • < 9 below average

Broker & Buyer Comments

This "impeccably maintained" luxury building offers "old-world charm" with its "grand chandelier" and "welcoming lobby," while delivering modern amenities including a "complete fitness center," pool and sun deck. Service is "top-notch" with 24-hour concierge, doormen and elevator operators providing an "exceptional experience." Located in a "prime Midtown East location" with "excellent transit access" and "surrounded by high-end shopping and dining." While maintenance fees run "slightly high" and the board requires "substantial financials," the "responsive management" and "comprehensive amenities" make this "well-run" building a "solid choice" for those seeking "classic Manhattan living."

Sales History

Price/Room (Est)

Why are we displaying the estimated price per room?

For some co-ops, instead of price per square foot, we use an estimate of the number of rooms for each sold apartment to chart price changes over time. This is because many co-op listings do not include square footage information, and this makes it challenging to calculate accurate square-foot averages.

By displaying the price per estimated room count, we are able to provide a more reliable and consistent metric for comparing sales in the building. While we hope that this gives you a clearer sense of price trends in the building, all data should be independently verified. All data provided are only estimates and should not be used to make any purchase or sale decision.

Price/Ft2 (Est)
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Noteworthy Residents

Notable past and present residents at The Excelsior

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Alternate Addresses

  • 1084 2 Avenue
  • 301 E 57 Street
  • 301 East 57th Street
  • 303 East 59 Street
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between Second Avenue & Third Avenue
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