Walk around the Upper East Side lately and you’ll see new buildings alongside plenty more under construction. If you’ve been looking for an Upper East Side apartment and finding few that fit, all that construction might make you wonder whether it’s worth waiting. I went through Corcoran’s November 2026 new development report to see which buildings are already selling, what’s expected to come to market, and where buyers might find more choice.
Corcoran’s report lists 17 Upper East Side developments already selling. Of the upcoming projects, I’ve included eight with enough public information to summarize. Together, they account for an estimated 245 apartments for sale. Just over half are at 655 Madison Avenue, with the rest spread across seven smaller buildings, some with fewer than ten homes.
Upper East Side new developments selling now
The buildings already selling cover a wide range of prices, locations, and move-in dates.
The Kent
200 East 95th Street | Upper East Side / Yorkville
The Kent at 200 East 95th Street is a Yorkville condominium designed by Beyer Blinder Belle, with interiors by Alexandra Champalimaud. Its three- to five-bedroom residences are available for immediate occupancy. Three levels of amenities include a 55-foot heated indoor pool, a landscaped courtyard, and a sound lounge envisioned by Lenny Kravitz. Extell describes The Kent as the only Upper East Side development to offer a 20-year tax abatement.
The Kent lists six available homes, starting at $4,280,000 for a three-bedroom, three-bath residence of nearly 2,000 square feet. The highest-priced offering is PHB, a four-bedroom, four-and-a-half-bath residence listed at $12,900,000, with 360-degree views of the city, including Central Park.
The Strathmore
400 East 84th Street | Upper East Side / Yorkville
Developed by Related Companies, The Strathmore is a 43-story tower with sweeping East River and Central Park views, an indoor lap pool, and an established management track record. Its 144 residences offered for sale are co-op apartments that operate under condo rules, with flexible subletting, no board approval requirement, and conventional financing available.
The co-op corporation owns the building and leases the land. The Strathmore has been Manhattan’s fastest-selling building for months, an indication that the land lease hasn’t deterred many buyers.
A few residences remain available. Prices range from $1,035,000 for a one-bedroom to $4,785,000 for a four-bedroom, three-and-a-half-bath residence on the 29th floor with sweeping views.
255 East 77th Street
255 East 77th Street | Upper East Side / Lenox Hill
Developed by Naftali Group and designed by Robert A.M. Stern Architects, 255 East 77th Street brings classic Upper East Side details to a contemporary condominium tower. Carved leaf motifs echo the tree-lined block, while large windows bring light into homes with white oak floors and honed Calacatta marble kitchens. The amenities, designed by Yabu Pushelberg, include a 75-foot indoor pool, a sky library with a fireplace that opens onto a terrace, and a soundproof music practice room with a recording studio.
The only apartment listed as available is the $37,500,000 duplex penthouse. It has seven bedrooms, six and a half baths, private elevator access, and expansive terraces overlooking Central Park, the Midtown skyline, and the river.
Elodie
439 East 77th Street | Upper East Side / Lenox Hill
Elodie is a newly built condominium with just 16 residences ranging from one to four bedrooms. Developed by Visabe Corp. and Urban Spring Capital / Gran Cru, the building brings a more intimate scale to the block. European-inspired window detailing and Morning Mist brick by Glen-Gery define its exterior.
Amenities include a part-time doorman, a two-car garage, a fitness center, a bicycle room, a children’s playroom, and a landscaped roof deck. Sales are underway, with closings anticipated in early 2027. A one-bedroom with a balcony is listed at $1,250,000. The $5,995,000 garden maisonette offers the feel of a townhouse with the convenience of a condo, with nearly 3,000 square feet across three levels.
Upper East Side new developments coming soon
260 East 72nd Street
260 East 72nd Street | Upper East Side
Designed by Peter Pennoyer Architects, 260 East 72nd Street is a 60-residence condominium that has yet to come to market. The all-electric development spans the block from East 72nd to East 71st Street, where a smaller tower will offer a gated porte-cochère and access to private parking. The two- to five-bedroom residences feature prewar-inspired proportions, white oak floors, and custom millwork. Amenities will include a lap pool, a private dining room, and more than 3,000 square feet of landscaped outdoor space.
175 East 82nd Street
175 East 82nd Street | Upper East Side
Designed by CetraRuddy and developed by Douglaston Development, 175 East 82nd Street is a 73-residence condominium with a 40-foot indoor pool, a landscaped outdoor loggia with views toward Central Park, and a private porte-cochère with automated parking. Sales appear to be in the early stages, with limited information publicly available. The pricing and floor plans I’ve seen show one- to four-bedroom homes ranging from a 1,095-square-foot one-bedroom to a 2,989-square-foot four-bedroom, with prices from $2.7 million to $9.5 million. Occupancy is projected for the third quarter of 2027.
What’s being built on the Upper East Side?
Of the 245 estimated apartments for sale across the eight developments shown here, 236 are in buildings projected to begin sales in 2027. Here’s how those eight projects break down.
The scale of 655 Madison Avenue stands out. Corcoran estimates pricing above $5,000 per square foot, and its 126 projected residences account for just over half of the apartments in the chart. At the other end of the spectrum, the report estimates $1,800 to $2,400 per square foot at several smaller developments, including 1477 Third Avenue, 213 East 83rd Street, and 237 East 77th Street. Together, those three buildings are expected to bring just 25 apartments to market.
That’s what I find most interesting about the construction we’re seeing. There’s a range of new development coming, but five of the eight buildings shown here are expected to have fewer than 20 apartments each. Once you narrow your search by block, bedroom count, or outdoor space, a building you’ve been following may offer only a few homes that fit.
Should you buy now or wait for a new launch?
I’d start with your move date. If you need to move within the next several months, focus on developments with homes available for immediate occupancy. If you have more flexibility, tour what’s selling today while keeping a short list of upcoming buildings. Seeing a few apartments now gives you something concrete to compare when the next floor plans and prices come out.
A sales launch marks the start of marketing, and sponsors may release apartments in phases. If you’re following a specific building, ask when your preferred layout is expected to go on sale and when you can reasonably expect to move in.
If you’re exploring Upper East Side new development and would like help comparing the buildings already selling with what’s coming next, you can reach me at [email protected].
Source: Corcoran’s November 2026 Manhattan New Development Status Report.
Julia Boland is a Manhattan real estate advisor at Corcoran with more than 25 years of experience advising buyers and sellers of condos, co-ops, townhouses, and new development. She is the author of Buying Smart in NYC: An Insider's Guide to Condo & Co-op Buying (2026). Whether you're just starting to explore your options or ready to make a move, Julia and The Boland Team are here to help. Reach out at TheBolandTeamNYC.com or call (848) 200-1452.
Frequently Asked Questions About Upper East Side New Development
Which Upper East Side new developments are already selling?
Corcoran’s November 2026 report lists 17 Upper East Side developments already selling. The four profiled here are The Kent and The Strathmore in Yorkville, and 255 East 77th Street and Elodie in Lenox Hill. The Strathmore is a co-op that operates under condo rules; the other three are condominiums.
How many new apartments are expected to go on sale on the Upper East Side in 2027?
Of the estimated 245 apartments across the eight projects in the chart, 236 are in buildings projected to begin sales in 2027. One building, 655 Madison Avenue, accounts for 126 of the 245 apartments shown. Launch dates are projections, and a building’s full inventory may not be available when sales begin.
What do new development apartments cost on the Upper East Side?
Pricing varies considerably by building. Corcoran estimates $1,800 to $2,400 per square foot at several smaller upcoming developments, including 1477 Third Avenue, 213 East 83rd Street, and 237 East 77th Street. At 655 Madison Avenue, the report projects pricing above $5,000 per square foot. These are estimates for specific projects; actual asking prices may differ when sales launch.
Does a sales launch mean the apartments are ready to move into?
A sales launch is when a developer begins offering homes for sale. Occupancy may follow months later, and the developer may release apartments in phases. If you’re tracking a particular building, ask when your preferred floor plan is likely to be released and when you could expect to move in.
Should I buy now or wait for an upcoming Upper East Side development?
Start with your move date and how specific your search is. If you need to move within the next several months, prioritize buildings with homes available for immediate occupancy. If your timing is flexible, tour a few homes now and keep a shortlist of upcoming projects. Five of the eight buildings in the chart are expected to have fewer than 20 apartments each, so even a launch you’ve been waiting for may offer only a few homes that fit your needs.
