Listing Courtesy of Corcoran Group
$435,000
Potential Rebate: $6,525
Updated and spacious alcove studio at 209 East 56th Street, a full-service cooperative building in Midtown East's Sutton Place.<br> <br> This bright, north-facing alcove studio boasts a renovated kitchen and bathroom, excellent closet space, wall-to-wall windows and thru-wall A/C. This fantastic apartment will comfortably accommodate distinct areas for your living, dining and work spaces, and the generous alcove provides a separate sleeping area that will fit a queen-size bed. <br> <br> The renovated kitchen has wood cabinetry with frosted glass fronts, frosted glass backsplash, granite counters and stainless steel appliances, including a dishwasher. <br> <br> The bathroom has also been renovated with a glass-wall shower, marble flooring and stainless steel basin sink. There is also an adjacent dressing room with a large, mirrored door closet plus 2 additional closets for even more storage.<br> <br> The Sterling is a full-service, post-war cooperative building with 13 floors and approximately 116 units. The building offers residents a full-time doorman, common roof deck, central laundry room and a live-in superintendent. It is conveniently located in Sutton Place, with quick access to multiple subway and bus lines, and a variety of neighborhood shops and restaurants including Whole Foods, Trader Joe's Bloomindale's and so much more. Pet-friendly with Board approval. <br>
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Sutton Place is a small, ultra-exclusive enclave on the East River, running from 53rd to 59th Streets. It is famous for its pre-war elegance, river views, and old-money atmosphere. For buyers seeking Sutton Place Manhattan real estate, it offers a level of privacy and prestige that even Park Avenue envies.
Living in Sutton Place, Manhattan is quiet and refined. It is a cul-de-sac neighborhood with little through traffic. As a prestigious Manhattan NYC neighborhood, it has been home to icons like Marilyn Monroe and I.M. Pei, attracting those who want to be in the city but not of it.
The market for homes for sale in Sutton Place is dominated by "white glove" co-ops facing the river. Buildings like One Sutton Place South are legendary for their exclusivity and board requirements. There are also stunning townhouses on the side streets.
Prices are relatively high, but often offer better value per square foot than Fifth Avenue because the neighborhood is slightly further from the subway. It is a stable, mature market.
The lifestyle in Sutton Place is discreet. There is very little commercial activity within the enclave itself; residents walk to First Avenue for dining and shopping. It is a place for evening strolls in tiny parks and dinner parties at home.
The community is older and established, though younger people are moving in, attracted by the quiet and the value. It feels like a private club spread across six blocks.
Sutton Place is famously a bit isolated. The nearest subways (E, M, 6) are at 53rd and Lexington or 59th and Lexington, a solid 10-minute walk. Residents often rely on taxis, Ubers, or the crosstown bus.
Easy access to the FDR Drive makes it convenient for those who own cars and travel to the Hamptons or Westchester.
The neighborhood features a series of "pocket parks" at the end of each street overlooking the East River, offering benches and stunning views of the Queensboro Bridge. Sutton Place Park is a gem.
Amenities are refined: specialized cheese shops, florists, and high-end grocers on the periphery. It is close to the design district on the East Side.
Sutton Place is best for diplomats, retirees, and buyers who prioritize silence, river views, and white-glove service over subway convenience.

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$3,473 per month
30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest
One-time rebate at closing
$6,525
Monthly savings impact
$18/mo
💡 Estimated at 1.5% of purchase price
The rebate is paid to you at closing and can help offset closing costs or other expenses.
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