Updated 8 months ago
Rented
40 East 61st Street, 16-B
Upper East Side, Manhattan | Madison Ave & Park Ave
4 Rooms2 Beds2 Baths1,200 Square FeetCondo
$10,500
Lease Term12-36 Months
Rent Per SF
$105
Listing Features
- Abundant Closets
- Beamed Ceilings
- Corner Apartment
- Entry Foyer
- Hardwood Floors
- High Ceilings [12']
- Original Details
- Recessed Lighting
- Separate Dining Area
- Washer / Dryer
- Flr-to-Clg Windows
- Dishwasher
- Galley
- Microwave
- Pass Thru Kitchen
- S Steel Appliances
- Walk Thru Kitchen
- En Suite Bathroom
- Marble Bathroom
- Soaking Tub
Outdoor space and views
- Balcony
- Central Park
- City Views
- North Exposure
- West Exposure
Building Amenities
- Full Service
- Elevator
- Laundry Room
- Renovated Lobby
Policies
- Pets Allowed
- Pieds A Terre Ok
Property Description for 40 East 61st Street, 16-B
A Timeless Central Park Lifestyle in Lenox Hill Awaits
Graced with two private balconies and open city views, this charming 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom corner rental spreads a clean, modern aesthetic across a 1,200-square-foot pre-war layout saturated with natural light.
Less than two blocks from Central Park and moments from 5th Avenue, MoMA, The Plaza Hotel, and incredible dining, shopping, and nightlife, this classic Upper East Side residence boasts beautiful hardwood floors, airy 12-foot beamed ceilings, large closets, and tall sash windows with northern and western exposures. The kitchen and bathrooms have been renovated, and there is a combined in-unit washer and dryer for added convenience.
Residents are greeted by a tasteful entryway with a huge coat closet. Beyond lies a sprawling great room over 28 feet long, perfect for entertaining and everyday living. Sliding doors reveal a large balcony for a seamless indoor-outdoor experience.
Off the great room is a galley-style kitchen equipped with tiled floors, stone countertops, ample cabinetry, and high-end stainless steel appliances, including a dishwasher and gas-burning stove.
The king-size primary suite enjoys a pair of oversized reach-in closets, two exposures, and a windowed en-suite bathroom with a marble vanity and deep soaking tub. There is also a second balcony for morning and evening beverages, lovely sunset vistas, and more. The second bedroom has a deep reach-in closet and easy access to the second full bathroom.
40 East 61st Street is a gorgeous pre-war condominium with a vintage Art Deco lobby, 24-hour door attendants, a live-in super, and shared laundry facilities. Nestled between Park and Madison Avenues, the building is close to Central Park Zoo, the Flagship Apple Store on Fifth Avenue, Bloomingdale's, Rockefeller Center, Carnegie Hall, Columbus Circle, and myriad cafes, restaurants, and shops.
Accessible subway lines include the 4, 5, 6, N, Q, R, W, E, F, and M. Pets are welcome.
Cost Breakdown:
Fees to the Owner (Due upon Lease Signing)
-First Month rent: $11,000
-Security Deposit: $11,000
After application approved by the landlord:
Fees To the Condo Building & Management (Due when paperwork summited to the management):
-Credit Check Fee (Non-Refundable) - $200 per applicant listed on the lease - plus any additional occupants
-Application Fee (Non-Refundable) - $350
- Freight Elevator Move In Fee (Non-Refundable) - $500
- Move In Deposit (Refundable) - $1,000
- Move In Fee (Non-Refundable) - $150
- Pet Deposit (Non-Refundable) - $300, if applicable
-Digital Submission Fee - $65
-App Administrative Fee - 5% of Total fees
Video Walkthrough
Listing History for 40 East 61st Street, 16-B
Now
12/11/2025
Rented by Angela Rapoport
Serhant LLC
12/04/2025
Leases Signed by Angela Rapoport
Serhant LLC
Building Details for 40 East 61st Street
OwnershipCondo
Building TypeMid-Rise
Service LevelFull Service
AgePre-War
AccessElevator
Year Built1928
Financing Allowed90%
Floors/Apts19/33
Transit and Citi Bike
Subway
59 St
0.16 miles
Lexington Av/59 St
0.18 miles
5 Av/59 St
0.19 miles
Lexington Av/63 St
0.2 miles
57 St
0.4 miles
Citi Bike
E 61 St & Madison Ave
0.04 miles
E 58 St & Madison Ave
0.15 miles
Upper East Side | Manhattan
Quick Profile
Exuding a cosmopolitan, refined air that is reminiscent of Paris or other European cities, the Upper East Side (the UES, to local cognoscenti) has a reputation as being a bastion of wealth and privilege. Even though it was built by American “royalty” families like the Vanderbilts, Roosevelts, Kennedys, Carnegies and Rockefellers, whose elaborate mansions once anchored Fifth Avenue, there are affordable housing options throughout the neighborhood. The further east you move, away from Central Park and the more commercial avenues, the more likely you are to find quiet, tree-lined streets with historic townhouses and brownstones. Keep your eye out for reasonably priced apartments in pre-war low-rise and even a few high-rise buildings.
With abundant, beautifully landscaped green spaces, including the oasis of Central Park acting like a backyard, the area is quiet and lushly green. You can relax and unwind in John Jay Park, Carl Schurz Park or take a stroll along the East River Promenade. The whole neighborhood seems isolated from the workaday chaos of the city at large. Add to that the history of the neighborhood and the abundance of cultural institutions, and you have a uniquely welcoming neighborhood.
Known for its abundance of high-end retail shopping, especially on Madison Avenue, the Upper East Side is host to the Barneys New York flagship department store. Here you can find upscale goods, fashion and home decor items. You will also find the edgy runway-inspired Alexander McQueen collections. If you are dying to treat your feet to red-soled opulence, be sure to visit the Christian Louboutin boutique. These are only a small sampling of this high-end shopper’s paradise that features everything from designer boutiques that offer the ultimate in haute couture to resale shops where you can find last season’s best on sale at hefty discounts .
There are many unique dining experiences, from fine dining to the casual bite-on-the-go, awaiting you in the UES. Sushi is going through a renaissance in the city, and the best omakase-style sushi can be found at Sasabune on E 73rd Street. Omakase sushi means that you leave the choice of ingredients, preparation method and presentation to the chef. Elegant French cuisine can be experienced at JoJo, E 64th Street, housed in gorgeous townhouse. Just for fun, visit the Lexington Candy Shop on Lexington Avenue, to get a taste of an old-fashioned soda fountain.
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OLR ID: 86887
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