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Rent/Lease Apartment 137 East 36th Street - Carlton Regency

Tenant Broker’s Perspective: Return-to-office mandates are driving up rental prices at 137 East 36th Street. This trend is projected to continue. Opportunities for subleases remain available at 137 East 36th Street and in the nearby Murray Hill neighborhood.

137 East 36th Street Property Overview

Building Address: 137 East 36th Street - Carlton Regency, New York NY 10016
Building Name: Carlton Regency
Building Alternate Address: 137 E 36th St
Zip Code:10016
Neighborhood:Murray Hill
Borough:Manhattan
Stories:24
Year Built:1966
Building Class:B

Carlton Regency, 137 East 36th Street

Location: Murray Hill, Manhattan, NYC

Built: 1966 (South Tower)

Conversion to Co-op: 1979

Architecture: 24-story post-war high-rise with North and South towers connected by a landscaped corridor (North Tower added in 1974)

Features: Classically furnished lobby, outdoor sitting area, planted gardens, and tiered green awnings at entry

Neighborhood: Midtown-adjacent area with landmarks including Morgan Library, Bryant Park, and Grand Central Station nearby

Transportation: Proximity to Lexington Avenue subway, East River Ferry terminal, and Midtown Tunnel

The Carlton Regency, located at 137 East 36th Street in Manhattan's Murray Hill district, is a distinguished residential co-op building. Constructed in 1966, it stands as a 24-story tower with 115 units. The building features a 24-hour doorman, concierge, panoramic roof deck, and a charming landscaped courtyard. Additional amenities include a state-of-the-art gym, bicycle room, central laundry, and on-site super and porters. Pets are not permitted, but pied-a-terres are welcome.


  • Full-time doorman with 24-hour service
  • Concierge staff for resident assistance
  • Rooftop terrace with 360° city views
  • Landscaped plaza and private gardens
  • Fully-equipped gym (recently renovated)
  • Laundry room on-site
  • Bicycle storage and bike room
  • Package room for secure deliveries
  • Storage lockers available
  • Elevators (separate banks for North/South towers)
  • Live-in superintendent
  • Charming courtyard available for events

Office Tenants Rented / Leased at 137 East 36th Street - Carlton Regency, Manhattan, NYC

Available and Rented Office Spaces

Ground Floor Office Space

  • Size: 1,644 SF
  • Lease Term: 3–15 Years
  • Rental Rate: $65.00 /SF/YR
  • Space Use: Office/Medical
  • Condition: Partial Build-Out
  • Occupancy: Available Now
  • Features:
    • Separate entrance and reception in white-glove co-op building
    • Two main rooms with reception area
    • Partially built-out as standard medical space
    • Mostly open floor plan layout
    • Fits 4–20 people
    • Includes one private office and one conference room
    • Space in excellent condition with central air conditioning

Ground Floor, Suite 1A Office Space

  • Size: 1,532 SF
  • Lease Term: 3–15 Years
  • Rental Rate: $65.00 /SF/YR
  • Space Use: Office/Medical
  • Condition: Full Build-Out
  • Occupancy: Available Now
  • Features:
    • Private entrance from Lexington Avenue
    • Fully built-out professional services office
    • Office-intensive layout
    • Fits 4–13 people
    • Includes private office spaces, reception area, and bathrooms
    • Space in excellent condition with central air conditioning
    • Lease excludes utilities, property expenses, and building services
    • Delivered as “white-box” open space or custom build-out by ownership

The Carlton Regency at 137 East 36th Street in Manhattan offers residents access to major internet service providers, including:

  • Verizon Fios
  • Spectrum
  • RCN

Internet service is also included in the maintenance fees for residents.


The Carlton Regency - 137 East 36th Street

This white-glove cooperative spans Lexington Avenue between East 36th and 37th Streets in Manhattan's Murray Hill, with two towers (1966 south tower and 1974 north tower) connected by landscaped gardens.

Transportation

  • Subway: Lexington Avenue lines (4/5/6) within short walking distance
  • Buses: Multiple MTA routes accessible nearby
  • Rail: Grand Central Station and Penn Station within easy reach
  • Ferry: East River Ferry service nearby

Key Cross Streets

Primary frontage on Lexington Avenue between:
• East 36th Street (south boundary)
• East 37th Street (north boundary)

Major Landmarks

  • Morgan Library & Museum
  • Bryant Park
  • New York Public Library Main Branch
  • Theater District
Nearby Office Tenants Leased
  • Albert Ellis Institute leased 8,000 SF at 145 East 32nd St
  • WeWork leased 7,799 SF at 385 Fifth Avenue
  • Global Health Strategies leased 7,300 SF at 38 East 32nd Street
  • Interactive Advertising Bureau leased 7,000 SF at 116 East 27th St
  • Maxon Furniture leased 6,436 SF at 200 Lexington Ave
  • Catchafire leased 5,532 SF at 31 East 32nd Street
  • ProMed Personnel Services leased 5,200 SF at 18 East 41st St
  • Atlas Talent Agency leased 5,000 SF at 15 East 32nd St
  • Futurestep leased 5,000 SF at 148 Madison Ave
  • Dynamic Construction Ser… leased 4,400 SF at 274 Madison Ave

Nearby Retail Tenants Leased
  • Domus Design Collection leased 27,950 SF at 136 Madison Ave
  • Citibank leased 15,000 SF at 411 Fifth Ave
  • Open Kitchen 33 leased 9,250 SF at 33 East 33rd St
  • Love leased 9,000 SF at 319 Fifth Avenue
  • Bozrock Restaurant leased 8,500 SF at 72 Madison Ave
  • Yoga Sutra NYC leased 8,000 SF at 6 East 39th St
  • Capital One leased 6,822 SF at 470 Park Avenue South
  • Laser & Skin Surgery Center of New York leased 6,654 SF at 317 East 34th St
  • New York Golf Center leased 6,500 SF at 100 Park Ave
  • City MD leased 6,100 SF at 220 East 23rd Street
Nearby Office Tenants Leased
  • Albert Ellis Institute leased 8,000 SF at 145 East 32nd St
  • WeWork leased 7,799 SF at 385 Fifth Avenue
  • Global Health Strategies leased 7,300 SF at 38 East 32nd Street
  • Interactive Advertising Bureau leased 7,000 SF at 116 East 27th St
  • Maxon Furniture leased 6,436 SF at 200 Lexington Ave
  • Catchafire leased 5,532 SF at 31 East 32nd Street
  • ProMed Personnel Services leased 5,200 SF at 18 East 41st St
  • Atlas Talent Agency leased 5,000 SF at 15 East 32nd St
  • Futurestep leased 5,000 SF at 148 Madison Ave
  • Dynamic Construction Ser… leased 4,400 SF at 274 Madison Ave
Nearby Retail Tenants Leased
  • Domus Design Collection leased 27,950 SF at 136 Madison Ave
  • Citibank leased 15,000 SF at 411 Fifth Ave
  • Open Kitchen 33 leased 9,250 SF at 33 East 33rd St
  • Love leased 9,000 SF at 319 Fifth Avenue
  • Bozrock Restaurant leased 8,500 SF at 72 Madison Ave
  • Yoga Sutra NYC leased 8,000 SF at 6 East 39th St
  • Capital One leased 6,822 SF at 470 Park Avenue South
  • Laser & Skin Surgery Center of New York leased 6,654 SF at 317 East 34th St
  • New York Golf Center leased 6,500 SF at 100 Park Ave
  • City MD leased 6,100 SF at 220 East 23rd Street

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