252 East 57TH Street #55A, New York City, NY 10022
Listing Courtesy of Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC
$6,295,000
Potential Rebate: $94,425
Overview
Sculpted by Skidmore, Owings & Merrill with interiors by Daniel Romualdez, 252 East 57th Street was conceived to deliver an exceptional, thoroughly curated way of living. Residence 55A rises to that promise. Framed by the tower's graceful glass curtain wall, this corner 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home spans approximately 2,621 SF with an 85 SF balcony, capturing sweeping north and west views of the Manhattan skyline, Central Park, and the East River. With only three residences per floor, arrival is discreet and resolutely private.<br> <br> A 30-foot, double-exposure living/dining room wraps the northwest corner beneath 10'6" ceilings, creating a luminous backdrop for daily life and entertaining. The windowed, west-facing eat-in kitchen, custom by Daniel Romualdez and Eggersmann, is appointed with white HanStone glass quartz counters and backsplash, horizontal-grain walnut cabinetry, and a full Miele suite, anchored by a 33" Kohler Stages sink. Adjacent, a glass-lined entertainment room with bar and bespoke built-ins extends the home's gracious entertaining sequence.<br> <br> The primary suite is both secluded and expansive, offering a large walk-in closet and a windowed en-suite bath clad in polished white Nanoglass with radiant-heat floors, a walnut vanity with white glass top, a custom 6-foot soaking tub, glass-enclosed shower, and a glass-enclosed Toto water closet. The corner second bedroom enjoys open city vistas and its own en-suite bath. The den, now configured as a media room, can be readily converted back to a third bedroom. A gracious gallery, " white oak floors, Central Air, vented Asko washer/dryer, and THG/Dornbracht fittings underscore the home's material rigor and comfort. In addition, owner's parking space available for purchase (pricing upon request). <br> <br> Residents arrive through a marble-clad, attended 57th-Street lobby or the gated 56th-Street porte cochère with automated parking. Double-height, glass-wrapped amenities include a 75' pool and spa with hydrotherapy circuit, full fitness (Pilates/spin/yoga), lounges, library, screening and billiards rooms, furnished guest suites, a 70' south terrace, dining/breakfast rooms with catering kitchen, conference room, children's playroom, dog spa, bike room, and storage (subject to availability).
Home Features
- •Washer Hookup
- •In Unit
- •Building Roof Deck
- •Bridge(s)
- •City Lights
- •City
- •Park/Greenbelt
- •Panoramic
Building Amenities
- •Sauna
Estimated Monthly Payment
$37,950 per month
30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest
Estimated Rebate for this Home
One-time rebate at closing
$94,425
Monthly savings impact
$262/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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Price Analysis
Compare average listing prices and value metrics for 252 East 57TH Street against the surrounding Sutton Place market.
Average List Price
Price Per SqFt
11.74% Lower
than the Sutton Place price-per-sq-ft average
Units in this building are listed below the neighborhood average, potentially offering better value per square foot compared to surrounding properties.
Sutton Place
Overview of Sutton Place
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.
Real Estate & Housing Market
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.
Lifestyle & Community
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.
Transportation & Accessibility
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.
Parks, Schools & Amenities
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.
Who This Neighborhood Is Best For
Sutton Place is best for diplomats, retirees, and buyers who prioritize silence, river views, and white-glove service over subway convenience.
