Building
The Sands
321 E 45th St, Manhattan, NY 10017

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The Sands is a midrise co-op building located at 321 E 45th St in Manhattan. It was built in 1960. The structure rises 13 stories and contains 112 units.


Located in the Midtown East, The Sands provides a professional service level featuring part-time doorman. Residents enjoy a suite of amenities including bike room, common roof deck and common storage, among others.

Units

Unit
Status
Price
$415,333 Avg.
Price/Sq. Ft.
Bd
Ba
Sq. Ft.
Floor Plan
321 E 45th St - #7GActive$598,000-21-View
321 E 45th St - #11HActive$329,000--1-View
321 E 45th St - #9FExclusive ListingActive$319,000--1-

Building
The Sands
321 E 45th St, Manhattan, NY 10017

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Building Amenities

Bike Room
Common Roof Deck
Common Storage
Elevator
Gas Included
Handicap Access
Health Club
Heat Included
Hot Water Included
Laundry in Building

Building PoliciesUPDATED 11/01/2022

General Policies
Pet Policy: Cats Allowed
Rental/Sublet Policy: Allowed
Pied-a-Terre Policy: Allowed
Washer/Dryer Policy: Not Allowed
Sales & Financial Policies
Min Down Payment: 20%
Tax Deductibility: 51%
Transfer Fee (Flip Tax): Yes
HDFC Income Restrictions: Not Applicable
Guarantors Policy: Allowed
Parental Purchasing Policy: Allowed
Co-Purchasing Policy: Allowed
Gifting Policy: Allowed
Open Houses Policy: Allowed
Policies are subject to change at the discretion of building management and may not apply to renters.

Building Facts

Building Overview
Property Type: Co-op
Building Size: Midrise
Access: Elevators [2]
Service Level: Part-Time Doorman
Year Built: 1960
Building Era: Post-war
Year Last Altered: 1985
Building Class: D4
Architect: H.I. Feldman
Owner: 321 EAST 45TH STREET
HDFC Building: No
Size & Dimensions
Units: 112
Stories: 13
Building Sq. Ft.: 58,500 Sq. Ft.
Lot Sq. Ft.: 7,531 Sq. Ft.
Building Width: 75 Ft.
Building Depth: 63 Ft.
Lot Width: 75 Ft.
Lot Depth: 100.42 Ft.
Buildings on Lot: 1
Zoning & Use
Zoning Districts: C5-2
Land Use Category: D4
Residential Units: 112
Total Units: 112
Residential Area(SF): 58,500 Sq. Ft.
Location Details
Street Address: 321 E 45th St
Zip Code: 10017
Building Name: The Sands
Complex Name: -
Neighborhood: Midtown East
Borough: Manhattan
City: Manhattan
State: NY
Districts
Community District: 106
City Council: 4
Police Precinct: 17
Fire Department: L002
School District: 02

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Schools

SchoolTypeGradesDistanceRating
Aaron SchoolPrivateK-120.0 mi
NR
Lyceum Kennedy Japanese SchoolPrivatePK-120.2 mi
NR
Lyceum Kennedy French American SchoolPrivatePK-120.2 mi
NR
St Albans SchoolPrivatePK-80.3 mi
NR

Aaron School

K-12, 0.0 mi, Private

NR

Lyceum Kennedy Japanese School

PK-12, 0.2 mi, Private

NR

Lyceum Kennedy French American School

PK-12, 0.2 mi, Private

NR

St Albans School

PK-8, 0.3 mi, Private

NR

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Midtown East
A classic New York neighborhood with a contemporary vibe. Steps from Manhattan’s most iconic sites, Midtown East is home to a world-class cultural scene, plus an endless array of options for shopping, eating, and drinking.
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More information about 321 E 45th St, Manhattan, NY 10017

As a benchmark, a 2-bedroom co-op at 321 East 45th Street, Unit 7G is currently on the market at $598,000, while East 45th Street recently sold for $305,000. This building sits amid Bryant Park, Midtown Central, Midtown East, Midtown Manhattan and Midtown South, intersecting ZIP codes 10016, 10022, 10036, 10110 and 10158 — and directly borders Manhattan, New York, Queens, Brooklyn and Weehawken. For added insight, see how this compares to average rental rates in Manhattan. *All numbers are for indication only and are not guaranteed.

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Updated as of Apr 2, 2026.