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SOLD FOR $310,000

Listed at $319,000 · Sold 2.8% below asking · Closed April 14, 2015

140 E 40th Street #5J
Closed For Sale Co-op

$319,000

$760 per sq ft

140 E 40th Street #5J

Murray Hill, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS10005704

RLS at REBNY

Listing by New York Living Solutions

Studio

1

Bath

420

Sq. Ft.

N/A

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms Studio
Bathrooms 1
Living Area 420 sq ft
Year Built N/A
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $577/mo
Neighborhood Murray Hill
Floor 5

Property Highlights

  • Outdoor Space: Rooftop
  • Style: Prewar architecture

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 1
Baths null Full
Floor 5
Pets CatsOk, Yes
Cross Street Lexington Avenue and Third Avenue
Living Area 420 sq ft
Architectural Style Prewar
Parcel # 0895-0066-00140-000-000005J

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Dec 11, 2014 $319,000 -
Currently Apr 28, 2026 $319,000 -

Description

A great value at an incredible location! Own for less than renting. Maintenance is just $577 per month!
This newly renovated oversized studio is a cozy, quiet home in a charming pre-war Art Deco building designed by the famous architects that created the Carlyle hotel. This co-op has an ideal Murray Hill location: only two blocks to Grand Central and a block from Park Avenue. Walk to Madison Avenue and Bryant Park. The apartment has 3 closets, an arched entry foyer, high beamed ceiling and a huge casement window opening to the east. This well managed boutique building has modern elevators, a planted rooftop terrace with Empire State Building views and a nice laundry room & storage. Pied-a-Terre, guarantors, co-purchasers and parents buying for children are welcomed.
The building does not permit dogs.





Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Common Area

Exterior Features

Building Roof Deck Rooftop

Financial Details

Maintenance $577/mo
Sale Price $310,000

Murray Hill offers a central Manhattan location with a surprisingly neighborhood-like feel. Known for its historic 'Sniffen Court' and a mix of mid-century high-rises and 19th-century townhouses, it is a popular choice for professionals seeking proximity to Grand Central and Midtown. The neighborhood is particularly well-regarded for offering a wide range of price points, from entry-level studio cooperatives to expansive luxury penthouses.

Murray Hill Live Market Data

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Active Listings

268

Median Asking Price

$799K

Median $/Sqft

$1,210

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

13

Price Reduced

28%

Sold (30 Days)

21

Median Sale Price

$800K

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140 E 40th Street #5J, Murray Hill, New York County • Near Lexington Avenue and Third Avenue

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1931
Year Built
95 years old
13
Floors
99
Residential Units
C5-2.5
Zoning District
Elevator Apartments

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $8,248,950
Land Value: $981,000
Exemptions: $160,896

Note: Individual unit taxes may differ. Verify current tax bills with NYC DOF.

Lot Area: 7,110 SF
Building Area: 58,280 SF
Built FAR: 8.2
Allowed FAR: 10

Source: NYC PLUTO (Primary Land Use Tax Lot Output), NYC Department of City Planning (data.cityofnewyork.us)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about this property

The current listed monthly maintenance are $577 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

This property has 0 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom.

The listed interior living area is 420 square feet. Verify dimensions independently during due diligence.

This listing is a co-op (stock cooperative). Buyers purchase shares in a corporation rather than real property, and the board must approve all sales.

Pets are permitted at this property. Contact the listing broker for weight limits or breed restrictions.

At the current list price of $319,000 for 420 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $760. This figure is for reference only and may differ from appraised or assessed values.

To schedule a private showing, contact Milton Coste at (917) 416-7433 or mcoste@kwnyc.com. Per REBNY guidelines effective 2025, a Buyer Representation Agreement is required before a buyer's broker can show you properties. You may attend open houses independently without one.

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(917) 416-7433
MLS® ID: RLS10005704
First Listed: 12/11/2014
Closed: 4/14/2015
Contract Date: 12/11/2014

Listing Courtesy of New York Living Solutions - Jani Jaatinen

Listing Contact: (917) 750-6830

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