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Turtle Bay House

249 East 48th Street, 18-A

Turtle Bay, Manhattan | Third Ave & Second Ave

5 Rooms2 Beds2 Baths1,597 Square FeetCondo

$2,400,000
Common Charges$1,660
RE Taxes$1,735
Price Per SF
$1,503

Listing Features

  • High Ceilings
  • Split Bedrooms
  • Wall of Windows
  • Windowed Kitchen

Outdoor space and views

  • Terrace
  • South Exposure
  • West Exposure

Building Amenities

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

Policies

  • Pets Allowed
  • Pieds A Terre Ok
  • No Smoking

Property Description for 249 East 48th Street, 18-A

A rare combination of space, style, outdoor living and convenience, this beautifully renovated 1,600-square-foot two-bedroom, two-bathroom Condominium is complete with a spectacular landscaped terrace and its own DEEDED PARKING SPACE. The current owner undertook a thoughtful gut renovation, creating a home that feels both sophisticated and incredibly comfortable. At the heart of the apartment is an enormous corner, loft-like living and dining room lined with windows and open city views. The outlook is striking during the day and especially magical at night, when the city lights become the backdrop to the entire living space. Even better, the views are protected by landmarked surroundings. The sleek, windowed kitchen opens seamlessly to the living and dining areas and is designed for both everyday living and entertaining. A built-in bar with wine refrigerator adds another thoughtful touch. Just beyond the living room is the show-stopping landscaped terrace—fully decked and designed as a true extension of the home. With a built-in BBQ, irrigation system and electric awning, it is equally suited to summer dinners, morning coffee or simply escaping the pace of the city. The split-bedroom layout offers exceptional privacy. The generously proportioned second bedroom is the size of many primary suites, while the primary bedroom feels like a hotel retreat. Its spa-like bathroom features an oversized walk-in shower and separate toilet room, while a huge walk-in closet provides exceptional storage. There is also a washer/dryer hookup within the primary suite. Additional features include hardwood floors throughout, custom lighting, motorized shades and central air conditioning. With low monthly carrying costs, a deeded parking space and the option to purchase the apartment furnished, this is a truly turnkey home offering the space and comforts that are so difficult to find in Manhattan. Turtle Bay House is a full-service condominium ideally situated at the corner of East 48th Street and Second Avenue. The building recently completed a stylish renovation of its lobby and modernization of its elevators, and offers a 24-hour doorman, live-in superintendent, on-site managing agent, laundry facilities and on-site parking garage. Pet-friendly and conveniently located near Grand Central, the United Nations, neighborhood restaurants, shopping and multiple subway lines, the building offers exceptional accessibility while sitting at the edge of one of Midtown East’s most charming residential enclaves.

Listing History for 249 East 48th Street, 18-A

Now
09/11/2026
$2,400,000
Initial Price by Stacey Froelich
Compass
2026

Building Details for 249 East 48th Street

OwnershipCondo
Building TypeHigh-Rise
Service LevelFull-Time Doorman
AgePost-War
AccessElevator
Year Built1958
Financing Allowed90%
Floors/Apts21/162
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Transit and Citi Bike

Subway

51 St
0.25 miles
Lexington Av/53 St
0.25 miles
Grand Central-42 St
0.38 miles

Railroad

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

Citi Bike

E 47 St & 2 Ave
0.06 miles
E 48 St & 3 Ave
0.13 miles

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1 Open House

Sunday, September 13, 2026
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Building Availability

APPSF
Median
Average
$1,503
$2,400,000
$2,400,000
Last 12 months
$1,207
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Last 12 months
$68
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Two Beds in Turtle Bay

APPSF
Median
Average
$1,693
$1,995,000
$2,330,707
$1,525
$1,635,000
$1,806,555

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: 886819