It previously was on the market for a total of 360 days.

Last Sold on Aug 11, 2020 for $390,000

Studio, 1 bath | Approx. 560 ft²

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Buyers
Nina Pipalia

Sellers
Shaw Wu

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7 apartments are currently available in this building.

360 days on Market

Pricing History

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Key Details

Listed: Sep 2, 2019

Last Price Change: ($9,000) on Aug 27

Days on Market: 360

Building Type: Cooperative

Neighborhood: Midtown East (Manhattan)

Doorman: FT Doorman

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Monthly Maintenance: $1,174 ($2.10/ft²)

Est. Monthly Mortgage: -

Total Est. Monthly Carrying Cost: $3,246 ($5.80/ft²)

Note: the above is based on a down payment of 20% ($78,000), which is the minimum amount permitted by the building.

Description

VIRTUAL TOUR AVAILABLE. PLEASE CONTACT AGENT FOR LINK. You won't find a better value than this oversized alcove studio in the heart of Midtown. The open plan living room has space for you to spread out and relax as well as a full dining area and home office.

The galley kitchen features stainless steel appliances including a dishwasher. The sleeping alcove easily fits a queen sized bed and can be converted into a real bedroom. A roomy dressing area leads into the master bath.

The apartment has tons of storage (four large closets). Excellent light shines in from wall to wall North facing windows. . Located at The Sterling, one of Midtown East's best full service buildings.

You are near great restaurants like Toto Ramen, Smith & Wollensky, La Pecora Bianca, and Crave Fish Bar, great shopping such as Bloomingdale’s , the Apple flagship store, Home Depot, and Bed Bath & Beyond, and a short walk from Central Park. WHOLE FOODS is around the corner! Commuting is easy when you are near eight subway lines. There is a common roof deck, live in super, a 24 hour doorman with package delivery, and a large common laundry room.

All hallways and the lobby have been recently renovated. Pet friendly. Pied-à-terres and co-purchasing is permitted. Stop by and take a look!

Apartment Amenities

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About The Sterling, 209 East 56th Street

The Sterling, 209 East 56th Street has received a CityRealty Rating of 44, based on:

Architecture

Anything above 30 is remarkable, from 20-29 is distinguished and from 11-19 is average, while below 11 is below average.

Location

Anything above 27 is remarkable, from 18-26 is distinguished and from 9-17 is average, while below 9 is below average.

Features

Anything above 22 is remarkable, from 16-21 is distinguished and from 9-15 is average, while below 9 is below average.

Rating Summary

Out of 44

Out of 36

Out of 39

Out of 119

Architecture Rating: Points Breakdown

Exterior:

Attractive 4 out of 8 points

Retail Quality:

None 2 out of 5 points

Canopy Entrance:

Attractive 2 out of 3 points

Alterations:

None 2 out of 2 points

Plaza Or Atrium:

None 0 out of 3 points

Contextual Design:

No, but OK 1 out of 3 points

Skyline:

Not Visible 0 out of 2 points

Local Visibility:

Partially Visible 1 out of 2 points

Watertank:

Enclosed 1 out of 2 points

Airconditioners:

Discrete 1 out of 2 points

Free Standing:

No 0 out of 2 points

Gargoyles:

None 0 out of 2 points

Garden:

Exists 1 out of 2 points

Fenestration:

Consistent 1 out of 1 points

Landmark:

No 0 out of 2 points

Unity:

Unified Design 1 out of 1 points

Illumination:

None 0 out of 1 points

Water Element:

None 0 out of 1 points

Location Rating: Points Breakdown

Street Ambience:

Attractive / Pleasant 3 out of 5 points

Distance To Neighborhood Center:

More than 50 blocks 0 out of 5 points

Views:

Open 2 out of 4 points

Neighborhood Ambience:

Attractive 2 out of 3 points

Traffic Noise:

Some 2 out of 3 points

Protected Views:

None 0 out of 2 points

Distance To Subway:

3-5 Short Blocks 1 out of 2 points

Firedepartment Noise:

No Noise 2 out of 2 points

Distance To Supermarket:

3-5 Short Blocks 1 out of 2 points

Distance To Park:

More than 6 Short Blocks 0 out of 2 points

Distance To Water:

More than 6 Short Blocks 0 out of 2 points

Shopping:

5 or less Short Blocks 2 out of 2 points

Schools:

Some Noise 0 out of 1 points

Noise From Nightlife:

None 1 out of 1 points

Features Rating: Points Breakdown

Lobby:

Quite Stylish 3 out of 5 points

Units Per Floor:

5-9 2 out of 5 points

Ceiling:

8-9 Feet 1 out of 4 points

Balconies:

Some 1 out of 3 points

Health Club:

None 0 out of 2 points

Private Gardens:

None 0 out of 2 points

Storage Rooms:

Minimal 1 out of 2 points

Bay Windows:

None 0 out of 1 points

Fireplaces:

Some 1 out of 1 points

Door Person:

None 0 out of 1 points

Concierge:

None 0 out of 1 points

Elevator Person:

None 0 out of 1 points

Recreational Roof:

Yes 1 out of 1 points

Driveway:

None 0 out of 1 points

Maids Room:

None 0 out of 1 points

Catering:

None 0 out of 1 points

Garage:

None 0 out of 1 points

Mixed Use:

No 0 out of 1 points

Non Rectilinear Form:

No 0 out of 1 points

Unusual Layouts:

No 0 out of 1 points

Prewar:

No 0 out of 1 points

Other Amenities:

Some 1 out of 2 points

Co-op
Built in 1960
103 Apartments
13 Floors

Building Amenities

Attended Lobby
FT Doorman
High-Rise
Post War
Rooftop Terrace
Washer/Dryer in building
Elevator
Laundry Room
Live-In Superintendent

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The Sterling, 209 East 56th Street, #9A

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Previous Photos & Floor Plan

Key Details

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Apartment Amenities

About The Sterling, 209 East 56th Street

The Sterling, 209 East 56th Street has received a CityRealty Rating of 44, based on:

Rating Summary

Architecture Rating: Points Breakdown

Location Rating: Points Breakdown

Features Rating: Points Breakdown

Building Amenities

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