255 East 77th Street: The Complete Guide
255 East 77th Street is a 36-story, 62-residence condominium at the corner of Second Avenue in Lenox Hill, developed by Naftali Group and designed by Robert A.M. Stern Architects. Buyers have moved quickly: Compass reports 15 contracts signed, ranging from $5.1 million for a three-bedroom to $23.75 million for a six-bedroom penthouse, with a 7,206-square-foot penthouse duplex still available for $37.5 million. Here's everything you need to know about the building, the residences, the pricing, and the neighborhood.
Key facts
- Address255 East 77th Street (1481 Second Avenue)
- NeighborhoodLenox Hill, Upper East Side
- DeveloperNaftali Group
- ArchitectRobert A.M. Stern Architects
- Amenity interiorsYabu Pushelberg
- HeightAbout 500 feet, 36 stories
- Residences62 condominiums
- LayoutsTwo to five bedrooms, plus penthouses
- Parking22 enclosed spaces, for sale
- Nearest subway6 train at 77th Street
Sources: New York YIMBY and Compass.
The architecture
Robert A.M. Stern Architects is known for new buildings that feel like they've always belonged in their neighborhood, including 15 Central Park West and 220 Central Park South. At 255 East 77th Street, the firm drew on the Upper East Side's classic prewar apartment houses: a tower of classical proportions with setback terraces and oak leaf motifs carved into the façade. RAMSA also designed the residential interiors.
New York YIMBY followed the tower from foundations in 2024 to rising above street level and topping out in 2025. The precast concrete façade wraps a reinforced concrete structure, and the building totals about 170,000 square feet, including a small ground-floor retail space.
The developer
Naftali Group, led by chairman and CEO Miki Naftali, bought the corner site in 2021 for $73 million, according to New York YIMBY. Its Manhattan portfolio includes The Henry at 211 West 84th Street, another RAMSA design, along with 200 East 83rd Street, The Bellemont and The Benson. Sales at 255 East 77th Street launched in September 2024 with a projected sellout of $500 million.
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Residences and pricing
Homes range from two to five bedrooms, plus full-floor and duplex penthouses. The residences feature chef's kitchens with large islands, serene primary baths, generous proportions and city and Central Park views, with many upper floors offering private terraces on the setbacks.
Most of the signed contracts are four-bedroom, four-and-a-half-bath homes of about 2,850 to 2,950 square feet, priced from $8 million to $9.54 million. Here's a look at the range:
Residence | Beds / baths | Sq ft | Last asking price | $/sq ft | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Penthouse Duplex | 7 / 6.5 | 7,206 | $37,500,000 | $5,204 | Active |
Penthouse D | 6 / 6.5 | 5,520 | $23,750,000 | $4,303 | Contract signed |
Penthouse E | 5 / 5.5 | 5,220 | $22,000,000 | $4,215 | Contract signed |
29A | 4 / 4.5 | 2,954 | $9,540,000 | $3,230 | Contract signed |
31B | 4 / 4.5 | 2,858 | $8,875,000 | $3,105 | Contract signed |
9B | 4 / 4.5 | 2,916 | $8,000,000 | $2,743 | Contract signed |
23B | 3 / 3.5 | 2,540 | $6,495,000 | $2,557 | Contract signed |
15A | 3 / 3.5 | 2,116 | $5,100,000 | $2,410 | Contract signed |
Source: Compass, October 2026. Selected residences shown. Penthouse C has also sold, for $24,000,000.
Prices climb with height. A 4-bedroom on the 9th floor signed at $2,743 per square foot, while the same layout on the 29th and 31st floors reached about $3,100 to $3,230. The penthouses trade above $4,200 per square foot, and the duplex is asking $5,204.
Amenities
The 15th and 16th floors are devoted to amenities designed by Yabu Pushelberg, anchored by a 75-foot indoor lap pool with city views.
- 75-foot indoor lap pool with city views
- Sauna and steam room
- Fitness center and yoga studio
- Health club and spa
- Winter Garden lounge with fireplace
- Winter Garden terrace with firepit
- Screening room
- Music recording room
- Golf and sports simulator
- Game room
- Children's playroom
- Pet spa
- Outdoor garden
- Full-time doorman and concierge
- Package room, cold storage and bike room
- Private storage for sale
Sources: 255 East 77 and New York YIMBY.
The neighborhood
Lenox Hill is one of the Upper East Side's most established neighborhoods, with tree-lined side streets, Madison Avenue shopping a few blocks west, and Central Park and the Metropolitan Museum of Art within walking distance. Second Avenue is lined with restaurants and everyday conveniences, and the 6 train at 77th Street is two avenues west.
It's also one of the most active luxury markets in Manhattan right now. The Upper East Side accounted for 58% of $5 million-plus contracts in the week of October 5–11, 2026, with four of those deals in Lenox Hill, according to the Compass Manhattan Luxury Report.
Who it's for
- Families who want space.Four- and five-bedroom layouts of nearly 3,000 square feet are rare in new construction.
- Buyers who want new with a classic feel.RAMSA's design fits the prewar Upper East Side without the renovation projects of an older co-op.
- Buyers who want a condo, not a board.As a condominium, purchases don't go through a co-op board interview.
- Buyers who want amenities.Two floors of resort-style amenities, parking and a full-time staff are hard to find on the Upper East Side.
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Frequently asked questions
How many residences are at 255 East 77th Street?
255 East 77th Street has 62 condominium residences in two- to five-bedroom layouts, plus penthouses, in a 36-story, roughly 500-foot tower, according to New York YIMBY.
How much do apartments at 255 East 77th Street cost?
Compass shows signed contracts from $5,100,000 for a three-bedroom to $23,750,000 for a six-bedroom penthouse, and a penthouse duplex listed at $37,500,000. Prices per square foot run from about $2,410 to $5,204.
Who designed 255 East 77th Street?
Robert A.M. Stern Architects designed the building and its residential interiors, and Yabu Pushelberg designed the amenity spaces. The developer is Naftali Group.
What amenities does 255 East 77th Street have?
Two full floors of amenities on the 15th and 16th floors include a 75-foot indoor lap pool, sauna, steam room, fitness center, yoga studio, Winter Garden lounge and terrace, screening room, music recording room, sports simulator, children's playroom and pet spa. There's also a full-time doorman, concierge and on-site parking.
When will 255 East 77th Street be completed?
Construction signage pointed to completion in fall 2026, according to New York YIMBY, and Compass lists the building's year as 2027. Ask about current delivery timing before you buy.
What neighborhood is 255 East 77th Street in?
Lenox Hill on the Upper East Side, at the corner of Second Avenue and East 77th Street, two avenues east of the 6 train at 77th Street.
Can I use my own broker to buy at 255 East 77th Street?
Yes. Buyers can work with their own broker at new developments, and having one on your side helps with pricing, negotiation and the offering plan. Reach out and I'll set up a private appointment and walk you through the numbers.
,Interested in 255 East 77th Street or other new developments on the Upper East Side? Contact Darrell Williams for a private consultation, or view my Compass profile and listings.
