New York Real Estate Journal

CSC Real Estate JV at 136 East 57th St.

March 31, 2026 - Brokerage

Manhattan, NY CSC Real Estate (CSC), formed a joint venture at 136 East 57th St., located on the south east corner of East 57th St.and Lexington Ave. in Midtown. The building went through renovations including new facade, new elevators, new mechanical and structural improvements.

“This joint venture acquisition of 136 East 57th St. adds a prime corner asset in a core Midtown location to our growing New York portfolio,” said Alberto Smeke of CSC. 

“This acquisition reflects our continued focus on investing in well-positioned assets where thoughtful stewardship and operational excellence can enhance value over time,” said Sal Smeke of CSC.

CSC specializes in disciplined investment strategies that unlock potential and deliver strong, risk-adjusted returns across urban markets. The firm has a demonstrated track record of acquiring and repositioning underutilized assets, with more than $4 billion in real estate across the U.S. and Mexico under its stewardship.