Sterling Plaza, completed in 1985 at 255 East 49th Street, is a 33-story condominium tower developed by Fred Wilpon and Saul B. Katz. The building, designed by Schuman, Lichtenstein, Claman & Efron (SLCE) and Arquitectonica, contains 172 apartments ranging from studios to expansive penthouses.
Architecturally distinctive, the red-brick tower is characterized by four white slanted corner roof elements that create a striking silhouette on the Midtown East skyline. The building features numerous dark-glass corner balconies and a thoughtfully designed plaza at Second Avenue with a rusticated colonnade marquee and curved planters.
The full-service building maintains a 24-hour doorman, concierge, and live-in superintendent. Additional amenities include a central laundry room, bike storage, and common storage facilities. The building permits both pets and pied-à-terre ownership.
Situated in the Turtle Bay neighborhood, Sterling Plaza offers proximity to the United Nations headquarters, Grand Central Terminal, and the East River. The location provides easy access to Whole Foods, numerous restaurants, and transportation options including the 6, E, and M subway lines and M49 and M15 buses.
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