$3,995
Updated a year ago
Rented

Turtle Bay House

249 East 48th Street, 12-A

Turtle Bay, Manhattan | Third Ave & Second Ave

Alcove Studio 1 Bath635 Square FeetCondo

$3,995
Lease Term12-12 Months
Rent Per SF
$75
The price shown reflects the monthly rent only and does not include any additional fees. Please review the listing description for a summary of all fees related to renting this apartment.

Listing Features

  • Abundant Closets
  • Corner Apartment
  • Entry Foyer
  • Hardwood Floors
  • Walk-in Closet
  • Bay Windows
  • Oversized Windows
  • Wall of Windows
  • Dishwasher
  • Galley
  • S Steel Appliances
  • Separate Kitchen

Outdoor space and views

  • Skyline Views
  • West Exposure

Building Amenities

  • Full-Time Doorman
  • Elevator
  • Garage
  • Laundry Room

Policies

  • No Pets
  • Pieds A Terre Ok

Property Description for 249 East 48th Street, 12-A

MASSIVE ALCOVE Studio with Wall of Windows, Sweeping Midtown Skyline Views, and Exceptional Light! This rare rental is larger than many one-bedrooms and offers a flexible layout perfect for modern living. A wall of west-facing windows fills the space with natural light and showcases stunning skyline views over townhouse rooftops and lush gardens. The layout easily accommodates a queen-sized bed with side furniture, a separate living area, a dining space, and even room for a home office. The apartment has been freshly painted with thoughtful touch-ups throughout—completely move-in ready. Additional features include: Four large closets offering excellent storage Hardwood floors throughout Dishwasher Through-the-wall A/C unit for year-round comfort Located in Turtle Bay House Condominium, a full-service building with: 24-hour doorman Live-in super Laundry room Brand new lobby and elevators Dedicated staff including porters and handymen Incredible Midtown East location: Trader Joe’s, Whole Foods, Morton Williams, and the Dag Hammarskjöld Plaza farmers market are all nearby. Access to 4/5/6 and E/M trains, crosstown buses, and the Grand Central Madison Terminal (LIRR). Enjoy top dining like The Smith, Crave Fishbar, La Pecora Bianca, and Totto Ramen. Fitness options include YMCA, NYSC, and Equinox—just blocks away. Sorry, no pets. 1-year lease only. Private showings available by appointment—please inquire.

Listing History for 249 East 48th Street, 12-A

Now
07/15/2025
Rented by Kati Teilore
Compass
06/26/2025
Applications by Kati Teilore
Compass

Building Details for 249 East 48th Street

OwnershipCondo
Building TypeHigh-Rise
Service LevelFull-Time Doorman
AgePost-War
AccessElevator
Year Built1958
Financing Allowed90%
Floors/Apts20/163
Learn More About the Building

Transit and Citi Bike

Subway

51 St
0.21 miles
Lexington Av/53 St
0.24 miles
Grand Central-42 St
0.35 miles
5 Av/53 St
0.48 miles

Railroad

Grand CentralLong Island Rail Road
0.27 miles
Grand CentralMetro-North Railroad
0.35 miles

Citi Bike

E 47 St & 2 Ave
0.07 miles
E 48 St & 3 Ave
0.08 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.

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OLR ID: 1929744