$460,000
Updated 6 months ago
Sold

251 East 51st Street, 5-A

Turtle Bay, Manhattan | Third Ave & Second Ave

Studio 1 Bath525 Square FeetCo-op

$460,000
Maintenance$947
Price Per SF
$876

This property was sold for $450,000 on 02/18/26.

Listing Features

  • Abundant Closets
  • Dressing Area
  • Entry Foyer
  • Hardwood Floors
  • Murphy Bed
  • New Windows
  • Dishwasher
  • Gourmet Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • New Appliances
  • Open Kitchen
  • S Steel Appliances

Outdoor space and views

  • Partial City
  • Skyline Views
  • West Exposure

Building Amenities

  • Full-Time Doorman
  • Elevator
  • Fitness Facility
  • Garage
  • Garden
  • Laundry Room
  • Roof Deck

Policies

  • Pets Allowed. Case by Case
  • Pieds A Terre Ok

Property Description for 251 East 51st Street, 5-A

Chic Studio with High-End Finishes & Smart Design This thoughtfully renovated studio blends luxury details with space-saving solutions, perfect for stylish city living. Picture living in a pin-drop quiet home that features a beautiful chef’s kitchen, spa-inspired bathroom finishes, rich hardwood flooring, continuous daylight, and western exposure with views of city skyscrapers and charming ivy-covered buildings. The spacious floor plan easily accommodates areas for lounging, sleeping, working, and dining offering a versatile layout for everyday living or hosting. Perfect as a pied-a-terre or primary residence, this affordable home is a Must See! The kitchen boasts high-end stainless steel appliances including a Viking 5-burner gas range and Viking convection microwave, GE Monogram dishwasher, Summit refrigerator, tastefully complemented by sleek white gloss cabinetry, quartz counters, attractive backsplash tiling and dark engineered wood flooring. The serene bathroom offers spa-like luxury with Waterworks fixtures and a heated towel rack for your comfort and convenience. The generous living area includes a high-end custom Resource Furniture Murphy Bed system with sectional sofa, a queen-size bed, chaise lounge and white lacquer panels. There’s built-in shelving in graphite oak which is both functional and elegant. Plus enjoy abundant closet space in both the foyer and dressing room with customized storage options. Nestled in vibrant Midtown East, this pet-friendly, full-service co-op boasts low maintenance living and is financially sound. Features and amenities include a 24/7 doorman, 3 elevators, a live-in superintendent, landscaped roof deck offering panoramic city views, windowed gym, indoor garage, and a large central laundry room. The tree-lined street boasts a zen-like public park and waterfall, enhancing your urban oasis. You will have convenient access to transportation options like the crosstown buses on 49th and 50th streets, the 6, E, & M trains, Grand Central, plus the M57 and M66 will take you to Lincoln Center. You'll be perfectly situated to explore world-class shopping, dining, parks, and the buzz of midtown. Co-purchasers, gifting, and pied-à-terres are welcome. What are you waiting for? Note: Photos with dining table, desk, and bedding are Virtually Staged.

Listing History for 251 East 51st Street, 5-A

Now
02/20/2026
$450,000
Sold and Closed by Linda Block
Compass
2026

Building Details for 251 East 51st Street

OwnershipCo-op
Building TypeHigh-Rise
Service LevelFull-Time Doorman
AgePost-War
AccessElevator
Year Built1960
Financing Allowed75%
Floors/Apts21/181
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Transit and Citi Bike

Subway

Lexington Av/53 St
0.12 miles
51 St
0.21 miles
59 St
0.46 miles
5 Av/53 St
0.47 miles
Lexington Av/59 St
0.47 miles

Railroad

Grand CentralLong Island Rail Road
0.38 miles
Grand CentralMetro-North Railroad
0.5 miles

Citi Bike

E 51 St & 2 Ave
0.05 miles
E 53 St & 3 Ave
0.13 miles

Contact Agent

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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: 1082861