$3,300,000
Updated 5 months ago
Sold

209 East 48th Street

Turtle Bay, Manhattan | Third Ave & Second Ave

9 Rooms6 Beds4 Baths3,587 Square FeetMulti-Family

$3,300,000
floors / apts4 / 2
Lot Size17'x100'
Built Size17'8"x50'
ZoneC6-6
Building TypeTownhouse
RE Taxes$50,856
Price Per SF
$920

This property was sold for $3,300,000 on 03/26/26.

Outdoor space and views

  • Backyard
  • Garden [17'x40']
  • Patio
  • Terrace [17'x11']

Building Amenities

  • Garden
  • Laundry Room

Property Description for 209 East 48th Street

Welcome to 209 East 48th Street, a townhouse in the heart of Manhattan near the historic Turtle Bay Gardens District. The townhouse boasts 3,587 square feet spread out across four floors and is currently configured as a two-family townhouse. The townhouse is a perfect opportunity to have an owner occupied unit and receive rental income from the other unit, a live/work opportunity, used for a non-profit/Consulate/Mission or create a single-family townhouse. Garden Floor Upon entering the townhouse, you’re greeted by a spacious one bedroom apartment with access to the 40ft-deep, north-facing garden. There is an open kitchen, fireplace, hardwood floors throughout and storage. Triplex - Floors two through four As you enter the second floor, you’ll instantly take note of the high-ceilings in the living room, a fireplace, north facing windows overlooking your private terrace and also giving you access to the garden outdoor space on the first floor. The kitchen, a bedroom/office and bathroom are also on the second floor. On floors three and four are four spacious bedrooms, two bathrooms and plenty of closet space. Cellar A laundry room, additional storage space, boiler and building mechanicals occupy the cellar space. On a block consisting mainly of townhouses, this prime Turtle Bay residential property is in close proximity to some of Manhattan’s finest shopping, restaurants, Midtown offices and public transit. Please note some photos have been virtually enhanced. The property will be delivered vacant.

Listing History for 209 East 48th Street

Now
04/01/2026
$3,300,000
Sold and Closed by Pat Lehman
Compass
01/16/2026
Contract Signed by Pat Lehman
Compass

Building Details for 209 East 48th Street

OwnershipMulti-Family
Building TypeTownhouse
AgePre-War
AccessWalk-up
Year Built1920
Floors/Apts4/2
Learn More About the Building

Transit and Citi Bike

Subway

51 St
0.18 miles
Lexington Av/53 St
0.24 miles
Grand Central-42 St
0.33 miles
5 Av/53 St
0.44 miles

Railroad

Grand CentralLong Island Rail Road
0.23 miles
Grand CentralMetro-North Railroad
0.32 miles

Citi Bike

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

Contact Agents

Contact Agents

Pat Lehman
Compass

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: 72891TH