240 E 55th Street #7-BG
MLS® #RLS20050532
Listing by R New York
4
Bedrooms
4.5
Baths
2,800
Sq. Ft.
1959
Year Built
Quick Summary
Property Highlights
- Exposure: North,South facing
- Climate Control: Wall Units
- Parking: Private garage
Property Details
Description
Move right into this gut-renovated mint-condition residence with 1,000 square feet of open entertaining space, 3 bedrooms, an office/den and 3 ½ bathrooms.
A grand foyer opens into the massive entertaining space, which boasts 35 feet of wall-to-wall windows, a state-of-the-art kitchen, and an expansive living and dining room ideal for receptions, cocktail parties and family gatherings.
The chef’s kitchen features a huge island with a hidden pull-out table that seats four. All of the appliances are high-end luxury, including oversized Thermador refrigerator and freezer columns, a 92-bottle wine cooler, a beverage refrigerator, two dishwashers, two sinks, two ovens, a built-in Miele coffee machine, and a professional 6-burner stove. There is a walk-in pantry and abundant cabinet and counter space.
Off the entrance foyer is a windowed laundry room and a windowed guest powder room. At the end of the foyer is the family wing consisting of 3 bedrooms, each with its own en-suite bathroom, as well as a large office/den. All four rooms have wall-to-wall south-facing windows and open city views. The 17’x23’ Primary Bedroom Suite features two walk-in closets, a built-in desk/cabinetry, and a private entrance from the elevator hallway.
Storage space is plentiful, with multiple customized closets and built-in shelving. There is new hardwood flooring, recessed lighting, automatic window blinds, a Sonos speaker system, and high speed Wi-Fi wiring/cable. The apartment is available furnished if desired for an additional fee.
240 E 55th Street is an established, sought-after building on a quiet block in Midtown East, with the coveted Blue Ribbon school PS 59 (Pre-K—5th) right around the corner. The building is steps from Whole Foods, Bloomingdale’s, Pecora Bianca, Lobster Club, PJ Clarke’s, East River Esplanade, Central Park, tennis courts, dog runs, and multiple garages and subways.
Storage/bike room and laundry room in the basement. Pieds-a-terre and co-purchases allowed; subletting permitted after 1 year. Part-time doorman, full-time porter, and live-in super. Financing allowed up to 75%. NO flip tax.
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About Turtle Bay
View All Turtle Bay ListingsTurtle Bay is a refined and diplomatic enclave, home to the United Nations Headquarters and numerous international consulates. The neighborhood is famous for the historic Turtle Bay Gardens and its tree-lined streets. Real estate in Turtle Bay offers a diverse selection, from elegant pre-war townhouses to modern luxury condominiums that provide a quiet residential atmosphere just steps away from the bustle of Midtown.
Turtle Bay Live Market Data
View NeighborhoodActive Listings
146
Median Asking Price
$1.30M
Median $/Sqft
$1,532
Avg Days on Market
N/A
New This Week
10
Price Reduced
33%
Sold (30 Days)
11
Median Sale Price
$1.29M
Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 2/15/26, 11:28 PM EST
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Location
240 E 55th Street #7-BG, Turtle Bay, New York County • Near Third Avenue/Second Avenue
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