400 East 56th Street, Unit 20L

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Description

Welcome to elegant city living at 400 E 56th St, a spacious high-rise co-op offering an exceptional combination of modern updates and desirable amenities. This expansive 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom apartment boasts five thoughtfully designed rooms, including a formal dining room, a dining alcove, a welcoming foyer, and a versatile media/recreation room.
Enjoy stunning eastern, western and northern exposures from your private terrace, the perfect spot to unwind or entertain while taking in sweeping city
...Welcome to elegant city living at 400 E 56th St, a spacious high-rise co-op offering an exceptional combination of modern updates and desirable amenities. This expansive 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom apartment boasts five thoughtfully designed rooms, including a formal dining room, a dining alcove, a welcoming foyer, and a versatile media/recreation room.

Enjoy stunning eastern, western and northern exposures from your private terrace, the perfect spot to unwind or entertain while taking in sweeping city views. Inside, the residence features meticulously maintained parquet floors and a fully renovated kitchen with sleek appliances, including a dishwasher, a new Liebherr refrigerator and a new Bosch range, plus ample prep space and a sizeable pantry. Both bathrooms are tastefully updated, with the primary ensuite offering convenience and both windowed bathrooms providing additional light.

The primary bathroom was fully renovated recently. It features a large window with beautiful natural light and city views, travertine walls and floors, a new soaking tub, sink and commode
The windowed hallway bathroom features a glass enclosed walk-in shower with sleek ceramic tile throughout.

Storage is plentiful, with a walk-in closet and additional options within the building’s bike room or available storage rooms. For convenience, the building offers central laundry facilities.

Life at this premier address includes a wealth of amenities: a full-time doorman, concierge service, on-site garage parking with spaces for sale, and security staff for peace of mind. Residents have access to a common pool, roof deck, balcony, media room, gym, yoga studio, playroom, and a resident’s lounge.

Perfectly suited for comfort and style, this meticulously maintained home in a luxury building offers all the conveniences of modern Manhattan living. Don’t miss this incredible opportunity—schedule your private showing today!

With its elegant circular driveway, stately lobby, and unmatched amenities, Plaza 400 is well desired in Sutton Place. Located minutes fromTrader Joe's, Whole Foods, many restaurants, and multiple subway and bus lines, this home offers the very best of Manhattan living.

Listing Agents

  1. Simona Stanica

    Simona Stanica

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    P: (917)-623-8326

  2. Harry Triantis

    Harry Triantis

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass

    P: (917)-880-8507

  3. Christine Gambino

    Christine Gambino

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass

    P: (516)-369-4515

Amenities

  • Corner Unit
  • Primary Ensuite
  • Full-Time Doorman
  • Concierge
  • Private Terrace
  • Roof Deck
  • Common Roof Deck
  • Gym
LISTING UPDATED: 05/28/2026 01:58 PM

Property Details for 400 East 56th Street, Unit 20L

StatusActive
Days on Market14
Pet PolicyAllowed
Taxes-
Maintenance$3,468 / month
Min. Down Pymt30%
Total Rooms5.0
Property TypeCo-op
MLS TypeCo-op
Year Built1968
CountyNew York County
Buyer's Agent Compensation2.5%

Building

Plaza 400

627 Units40 StoriesBuilt in 1968

Location

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Building Information for 400 East 56th Street, Unit 20L

Building/ComplexPlaza 400Floor20Stories40Residences627Pet PolicyAllowedPet Policy DetailsPets AllowedYear Built1968Building AgePost-war

Payment Calculator

$9,987 per month

30 year fixed, 6.36% Interest

Principal and Interest

$6,519

Property Taxes

$0

Maintenance/Common Charges

$3,468

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Property History for 400 East 56th Street, Unit 20L

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciationLink
May 21, 2026

Listed (Active)

Manual

$1,495,000
Oct 11, 2022

Sold

RLS RESO #RLS10818882

$1,250,000
Oct 11, 2022

Sold (Public Record)

ACRIS #2022101900561001

$1,250,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/21/2026

Listed (Active)

Manual

$1,495,000
10/11/2022

Sold

RLS RESO #RLS10818882

$1,250,000
10/11/2022

Sold (Public Record)

ACRIS #2022101900561001

$1,250,000

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 400 East 56th Street, Unit 20L

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Home Facts
APN1013670001

Schools near 400 East 56th Street, Unit 20L

This home is within New York City Geographic District # 2.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 6 to 8
Rating
School
Distance
P.S. 59 Beekman Hill International
PublicPK to 5

Nyc Lab Ms For Collaborative Studies
Public6 to 8

Lower Manhattan Community Middle School
Public6 to 8

Jhs 104 Simon Baruch
Public6 to 8

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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400 East 56th Street, Unit 20L is a co-op for sale in Sutton Place. This property was listed for sale on May 21, 2026 by Compass, it's currently listed at $1,495,000. It has been on the market for a total of 14 days and was last sold on October 11, 2022. This listing's school district is New York City Geographic District # 2. Nearby schools include P.S. 59 Beekman Hill International, Nyc Lab Ms For Collaborative Studies and Lower Manhattan Community Middle School. 400 East 56th Street, Unit 20L is a 2-bed, 2-bath, co-op built in 1968.

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