$6,900,000
Updated a year ago
Sold

Sterling Plaza

255 East 49th Street, PH-A

Turtle Bay, Manhattan | Third Ave & Second Ave

6 Rooms4 Beds3 Baths3,381 Square FeetCondo

$6,900,000
Common Charges$5,375
RE Taxes$4,582
Price Per SF
$2,041

Listing Features

  • Corner Apartment
  • Custom Closets
  • Duplex
  • High Ceilings [10']
  • In Wall Speakers
  • Penthouse/Top Flr
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Separate Dining Area
  • Split Bedrooms
  • Walk-in Closet
  • Washer / Dryer
  • Wet Bar
  • Flr-to-Clg Windows
  • Picture Windows
  • Adjoining Pantry
  • Center Island
  • Dishwasher
  • Gourmet Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • S Steel Appliances
  • Separate Freezer
  • Windowed Kitchen
  • Wine Cooler
  • Double Vanity
  • En Suite Bathroom
  • Heated Floors
  • Jacuzzi Tub
  • Marble Bathroom
  • Powder Room
  • Soaking Tub
  • Stall Shower
  • Steam Shower

Outdoor space and views

  • Balcony
  • Private Roof [1,620 SF]
  • Chrysler Building
  • City Views
  • East River
  • Empire State Bldg
  • Skyline Views
  • East Exposure
  • North Exposure
  • South Exposure
  • West Exposure

Building Amenities

  • Full Service
  • Bike Storage
  • Courtyard
  • Elevator
  • Laundry Room
  • Storage

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Property Description for 255 East 49th Street, PH-A

Welcome to Penthouse A, where luxury meets convenience in the heart of Midtown East. This exquisite residence offers an unparalleled living experience, just shy of 3,400 square feet of meticulously designed space over three different levels with the piece de resistance, a 1,620 square foot roof deck. With four lavish bedrooms, three full bathrooms and unparalleled panoramic views of the iconic city skyline, this home exemplifies urban living at its finest.
The massive living room provides over 760 square feet of entertaining space and features a honed black granite wood burning fireplace, two seating areas, Russian wide plank oak floors, city and river vistas, top of the line millwork, custom architectural lighting, Savant sound and television system, and Nest controlled systems. Adjacent to the living area is a glass enclosed dining room overlooking the East River and the Northern cityscape. Convenient to the dining area is a chic wet bar with a light-up onyx stone countertop, bar sink, storage, and wine fridge.

A chef's dream, the 33 foot long Italian Boffi kitchen with Corian countertops features not one, but two of every top-of-the-line appliance. Miele and Gaggenau steal the show, including a 70-bottle wine refrigerator, freezer drawers, beverage fridge and integrated espresso/cappuccino maker. A smartly designed island features seating for 6 with brilliant North and West views through large plate glass picture windows.

Tucked away for privacy, the king-sized primary bedroom is outfitted with 6 custom designed floor to ceiling closets, magnificent views of the Chrysler and Empire State buildings, another walk in closet and a spa-like primary bath. It's adorned with Boffi Winged Collection fixtures as well as a walk-in steam shower for two, a free-standing soaking tub, double marble vanities with floating oval medicine cabinets, a separate water closet, and heated floors.

A secondary bedroom on the main floor allows for flexible use as a staff room, office, exercise space or guest accommodation with an elegant full bath. The sculptural Guggenheim-inspired staircase takes you down to two additional bedrooms with Eastern morning sunshine and views, one with its own private balcony.
This floor enjoys a separate entry and a generous laundry closet with full sized Miele washer and dryer. A decadent two person Swedish sauna sits next to a serene white marble and mosaic bathroom with double sinks, jacuzzi bathtub, separate stall shower and heated floor.

Sterling Plaza is a prestigious full-service condominium with a 24-hour doorman, live in super and laundry room. Pets are warmly welcomed. This location is extremely convenient with a plethora of delicious restaurants and grocery stores, including Whole Foods, the Dag Hammarskjold Plaza Greenmarket and Morton Williams. Please note the current owner is receiving the condo tax abatement for primary residence.

Located on a historic, charming street you are within walking distance of the United Nations, Theater District, Grand Central terminal, the East River, Fifth Avenue and Central Park. Transportation is a breeze with proximity to 6, E & M subways and the M49 and M15 buses. Just a quick ride to the FDR, LaGuardia and JFK.
To experience the epitome of luxury penthouse living at Sterling Plaza contact us for a viewing.

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Listing History for 255 East 49th Street, PH-A

Now
05/01/2025
Sold and Closed by Caroline Bass
Corcoran
03/04/2025
Contract Signed by Caroline Bass
Corcoran

Building Details for 255 East 49th Street

OwnershipCondo
Building TypeHigh-Rise
Service LevelFull Service
AgePost-War
AccessElevator
Year Built1984
Financing Allowed90%
Floors/Apts33/163
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Transit and Citi Bike

Subway

51 St
0.19 miles
Lexington Av/53 St
0.2 miles
Grand Central-42 St
0.4 miles
5 Av/53 St
0.46 miles

Railroad

Grand CentralLong Island Rail Road
0.29 miles
Grand CentralMetro-North Railroad
0.39 miles

Citi Bike

E 48 St & 3 Ave
0.1 miles
E 47 St & 2 Ave
0.11 miles

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Turtle Bay | Manhattan

Quick Profile

Turtle Bay is best known for hosting the world’s dignitaries at United Nations once a year as the world institution sits on the eastern edge of the neighborhood along the East River.

But this midtown location offers a lot more, a bustling neighborhood teeming with high-rise apartment buildings and an easy walk to the Midtown business district.

Over the past two decades, developers have assembled almost every corner development site along Second Avenue and have built straight up. Not much left to assemble.

Some of the more glamorous, and of course most expensive, addresses are in close proximity to the United Nations. Trump World Tower, which caused a big stir with area residents, in particular, Walter Cronkite, when it was built sits just north of the United Nations Grounds. 

In contrast to the proliferation of the residential highrise, Turtle Bay does have some lovely tree-lined streets between the avenues. In particular, Turtle Bay Gardens, which fronts both 48th Street and 49th Street between Third and Second Avenue has always been a haven for the rich and famous.

All information furnished regarding property for sale, rental or financing is from sources deemed reliable, but no warranty or representation is made as to the accuracy thereof and same is submitted subject to errors, omissions, change of price, rental or other conditions, prior sale, lease or financing or withdrawal without notice. All dimensions are approximate. For exact dimensions, you must hire your own architect or engineer.
OLR ID: 1600434