56 Ludlow Street, 3rd Floor — A Storied Loft in the Heart of the Lower East Side
Where you make your LES loft dreams come true!
Welcome to 56 Ludlow — an iconic, turn-of-the-century co-op that has long served as a sanctuary for artists, musicians, and visionaries. Built in 1900 and lovingly restored by it’s current owners, this historic building is heralded as the birthplace of the Velvet Underground. To this day it continues to offer a rare, authentic artist loft experience in one of Manhattan’s most dynamic neighborhoods.
At 25 ft. wide by 75 ft. long, the 3rd floor loft offers you and your architect a blank canvas for your imagination. With tons of raw potential and original charm, this space will easily accommodate 3 bed 3 bath floor plan. It's shares also conveys approximately 450 sq. ft. of undeveloped, private rooftop space, and nearly 100 sq. ft. of private basement storage.
This full-floor home is bathed in natural light from eight oversized windows, four each facing east and west, plus two northern-facing interior windows. Though on the 3rd floor, the surrounding low profile buildings allows for direct sunlight intermittently throughout the day.
The 3rd floor is currently tenant occupied, but can be delivered vacant near closing. Monthlies are $2900/mo. with a $400/mo assessment through December 2025. Basement bike storage is permissible at this time. The building also allows washer/dryers and pets upon approval.
The building is intimate and community-minded. Located on a quiet tree-lined block, it’s a peaceful retreat in the heart of the bustling Lower East Side. That said, it’s only moments from legendary galleries, Michelin starred restaurants, nightlife, and culture. 56 Ludlow is more than a home — it’s a part of New York City’s story. Come write your next chapter here.
In contract
$1,490,000
56 Ludlow St APT 3, New York, NY 10002
3beds
1,788sqft
Coop
Built in 1900
-- sqft lot
$1,103,700 Zestimate®
$833/sqft
$2,900/mo HOA
What's special
Eight oversized windowsBathed in natural lightPrivate rooftop spaceDirect sunlightQuiet tree-lined blockOriginal charmTons of raw potential
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Corcoran 917-541-3086,
Sheri Terry
Source: StreetEasy,MLS#: S1787605
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Bike Room
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Washer/Dryer
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,788
- Total interior livable area: 1,788 sqft
Property
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Private Roof Deck
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City
Details
- Special conditions: Resale
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Cooperative
- Property subtype: Coop
Condition
- Year built: 1900
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Lower East Side
HOA
- Services included: Maintenance
- HOA fee: $2,900 monthly
Location
- Region: New York
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $833/sqft
- Date on market: 9/2/2025
Estimated market value
$1,103,700
$773,000 - $1.58M
$7,536/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/14/2025 | Contingent | $1,490,000$833/sqft |
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| 9/2/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,490,000$833/sqft |
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