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Sutton Place / Midtown East

Old-world discretion, river views, prewar elegance, quiet streets, diplomatic community.

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Welcome to Sutton Place / Midtown East

Old-world discretion, river views, prewar elegance, quiet streets, diplomatic community.

Intro

Sutton Place is the quietest address in Midtown Manhattan — a small stretch of the East 50s overlooking the East River, bounded by 53rd and 59th Streets. It's a neighborhood of doorman buildings, river terraces, and residents who've largely been there for decades. The United Nations nearby draws a diplomatic community that values discretion. Sutton Place has the best-kept secret in Manhattan for people who want Midtown access with neighborhood silence.

What to Expect

Prewar co-op buildings with white-glove service and selective boards. East River views from the buildings on Sutton Place proper. Quiet streets that function as a counterweight to the Midtown energy two blocks away. A residential community that turns over very slowly.

You’ll Fall in Love With

The river terraces. Some of the buildings on Sutton Place South have private access to the esplanade along the East River, with views of the 59th Street Bridge that are among the most distinctive in the city.
 

Key Details

The Neighbors

Diplomatic community members, longtime finance and legal professionals, and older New Yorkers who have been in their apartments for a generation. Sutton Place tends to reward patience — the people who live here found it and stopped looking.
 

The Lifestyle

Morning walks along the river. The kind of neighborhood where your doorman knows your dry cleaning schedule. Dinner at Felidia or one of the longstanding restaurants on the side streets. The pace is unhurried in a way that's unusual for Midtown.
 

The Market

Primarily prewar co-ops with selective boards and extensive financial review processes. Prices are high, inventory is low, and the boards move slowly. It's not a neighborhood for buyers in a hurry, but it's an address that holds its value.
 

The Appeal

River views, white-glove buildings, and Midtown silence. For buyers who want to be in the East 50s without the anonymity of a glass tower, Sutton Place is the answer.
 

If You Do One Thing

Walk Sutton Place South at dusk. The view of the 59th Street Bridge from the esplanade is something most New Yorkers have never seen.
 

Local Favorites

Experience

  • Sutton Place Park and Esplanade
  • Felidia on East 58th
  • Aburiya Kinnosuke for yakitori
  • The 59th Street Bridge walkway (walking access)
  • Greenacre Park on 51st Street

Fitness

  • Equinox 54th Street
  • Blink Fitness 57th Street

Overview for Sutton Place / Midtown East, NY

51,109 people live in Sutton Place / Midtown East, where the median age is 41 and the average individual income is $132,486. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

51,109

Total Population

41 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$132,486

Average individual Income

Around Sutton Place / Midtown East, NY

There's plenty to do around Sutton Place / Midtown East, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

99
Walker's Paradise
Walking Score
84
Very Bikeable
Bike Score
100
Rider's Paradise
Transit Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Nata, Beaupierre Wines & Spirits, and Sushi Akira.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Dining 2.14 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining 1.17 miles 8 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining 1.31 miles 11 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining 2.12 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 0.48 miles 17 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 1.51 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Sutton Place / Midtown East, NY

Sutton Place / Midtown East has 29,163 households, with an average household size of 2. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Sutton Place / Midtown East do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 51,109 people call Sutton Place / Midtown East home. The population density is 105,556.96 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

51,109

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

41

Median Age

45.83 / 54.17%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

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0-9 Years

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10-17 Years

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18-24 Years

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25-64 Years

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65-74 Years

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75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
29,163

Total Households

2

Average Household Size

$132,486

Average individual Income

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Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Schools in Sutton Place / Midtown East, NY

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The following schools are within or nearby Sutton Place / Midtown East. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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