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240 East 55th Street, 4-A

Turtle Bay, Manhattan | Third Ave & Second Ave

Alcove Studio 1 BathCo-op

$415,000
Maintenance$1,169

Listing Features

  • Hardwood Floors

Outdoor space and views

  • City Views
  • South Exposure

Building Amenities

  • Part-Time Doorman
  • Bike Storage
  • Elevator
  • Garage
  • Laundry Room
  • Storage

Policies

  • No Dogs. Cats Allowed.
  • Pieds A Terre Ok

Property Description for 240 East 55th Street, 4-A

Spacious South-Facing Alcove Studio in Midtown East

Enjoy the comfort and versatility of this generously proportioned alcove studio, ideally situated in the heart of Midtown East. With a thoughtfully designed layout, excellent closet space, and a peaceful southern exposure, Apartment 4A offers an appealing combination of space, functionality, and convenience.

The expansive living area easily accommodates both living and dining furniture, while a separate sleeping alcove provides a distinct space for a bed, creating the feel of a more traditional home. A wall of south-facing windows brings natural light into the apartment while offering a welcome quiet escape from the energy of the city. Multiple closets provide exceptional storage. A separate kitchen completes this comfortable and practical layout .

240 East 55th Street is a well-maintained cooperative offering a part-time doorman, live-in superintendent, full-time porter, laundry facilities, and storage and a bike room.

The building's flexible purchasing policies are especially attractive, permitting pied-à-terres and co-purchasing. Unlimited subletting is permitted after just one year of ownership, providing valuable flexibility for both current and future needs. Financing of up to 75% is allowed, and there is no flip tax.

The location puts the best of Manhattan at your doorstep. Enjoy easy access to Whole Foods, Bloomingdale's, Trader Joe's an abundance of neighborhood restaurants and shopping, gyms and multiple subway lines.

Whether you're looking for a comfortable primary residence, a convenient Manhattan pied-à-terre, or a home offering long-term flexibility, this spacious alcove studio presents an exceptional opportunity in a highly desirable Midtown East location.

All information is submitted subject to errors and omissions, change of price, prior sale or lease, and withdrawal without notice. All dimensions are approximate. For exact dimensions please hire your own architect or engineer.


Listing History for 240 East 55th Street, 4-A

Now
10/28/2026
New Agency by Craig Roth
Next Stop NY
10/28/2026
Back on the Market by Craig Roth
Next Stop NY

Building Details for 240 East 55th Street

OwnershipCo-op
Building TypeMid-Rise
Service LevelPart-Time Doorman
AgePost-War
AccessElevator
Year Built1959
Financing Allowed75%
Floors/Apts14/96
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Transit and Citi Bike

Subway

Lexington Av/53 St
0.11 miles
51 St
0.26 miles
59 St
0.31 miles
Lexington Av/59 St
0.32 miles
5 Av/53 St
0.45 miles

Railroad

Grand CentralLong Island Rail Road
0.48 miles

Citi Bike

E 55 St & 2 Ave
0.05 miles
E 56 St & 3 Ave
0.09 miles

Contact Agent

Contact Agent

Licensed As
Craig M. Roth
Broker
License#:
49RO1064284
Company:
Next Stop NY
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Building Availability

APPSF
Median
Average
$731
$450,000
$446,667
Last 12 months
$683
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$3,500
$3,500
Last 12 months
$79
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AlcoveStudio in Turtle Bay

APPSF
Median
Average
$956
$445,000
$431,923
$908
$432,500
$448,750

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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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: 1977114