Milton Coste

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40 E 61ST Street #15B
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40 E 61ST Street #15B

Lenox Hill, Manhattan

40 E 61st St

MLS® #RLS20093799

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Douglas Elliman Real Estate

NYC FARE Act Notice: Under NYC Local Law 119 (effective June 2025), if the landlord hired the broker, the tenant is not responsible for the broker fee. Ask about fee responsibility before scheduling a viewing.

2

Bedrooms

2

Baths

1,200

Sq. Ft.

1927

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 2
Living Area 1,200 sq ft
Year Built 1927
Ownership Condo
Neighborhood Lenox Hill
Floor 15 of 19

Property Highlights

  • Views: City Lights, City, Park Greenbelt
  • Character: Pre-war building (1927)

Property Details

Type Condo
Ownership Condominium
Total Rooms 5
Baths 2 Full
Floor 15 of 19
View City Lights, City, Park Greenbelt
Pets Yes
Year Built 1927
Living Area 1,200 sq ft
Structure Type HighRise
Furnished Unfurnished
Basement Other
Parcel # 1375-1053
Block/Lot 01375/7501

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed May 27, 2026 $15,000 -
Currently Jun 10, 2026 $15,000 -

Description

This beautifully renovated 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom condominium just one block from Central Park. Perched on the 15th floor, Residence 15B is flooded with natural light and offers open city views from every room. This thoughtfully designed home features an expansive living and dining area, two private balconies, recently refinished hardwood floors, and custom closets throughout. Both full bathrooms are appointed with elegant Italian marble finishes, while the pass-through kitchen is outfitted with new stainless steel appliances and sleek white high-gloss cabinetry. 40 East 61st Street is a rare pre-war condominium ideally situated between Park and Madison Avenues. This intimate full-service building consists of just 36 residences and offers a 24-hour doorman, live-in resident manager, and central laundry.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Building Other

Exterior Features

None

Building Amenities

Elevators

Building Information

Building 40 E 61st St
Building Data View Compliance & Permits
Total Units 36
Stories 19
Structure HighRise

Rental Details

Available

6/5/2026

Fee Disclosure NYC FARE Act

Estimated Move-In Costs

First Month's Rent

$15,000

Security Deposit

$15,000

Application Fee

$20

Under NYC's FARE Act (Local Law 119), if the landlord hired the broker, the tenant is not responsible for the broker fee. Always confirm fee responsibility before signing.

Lenox Hill occupies a residential section of the Upper East Side, defined by proximity to Central Park, major medical institutions (Memorial Sloan Kettering, Weill Cornell, Lenox Hill Hospital), and the Madison Avenue retail corridor. Housing stock ranges from large pre-war cooperatives to modern condominiums with East River and skyline views.

Lenox Hill Live Market Data

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Active Listings

632

Median Asking Price

$1.33M

Median $/Sqft

$1,344

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

17

Price Reduced

34%

Sold (30 Days)

67

Median Sale Price

$1.23M

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 6/10/26, 3:53 AM EST

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Location

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40 E 61ST Street #15B, Lenox Hill, New York County

Floor Plans

Floor Plan 1

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1920
Year Built
106 years old
3
Floors
2
Residential Units
R5B
Zoning District
Two Family Dwellings

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $93,840
Land Value: $24,000
Exemptions: $0

Note: Individual unit taxes may differ. Verify current tax bills with NYC DOF.

Lot Area: 2,425 SF
Building Area: 2,700 SF
Built FAR: 1.11
Allowed FAR: 1.5

Source: NYC PLUTO (Primary Land Use Tax Lot Output), NYC Department of City Planning (data.cityofnewyork.us)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about this property

The current listed common charges are $0 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

This property has 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms.

The listed interior living area is 1,200 square feet. Verify dimensions independently during due diligence.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1927, making it approximately 99 years old.

This listing is a condominium. Buyers receive a deed to their individual unit and own their space outright, subject to condo association rules.

Pets are permitted at this property. Contact the listing broker for weight limits or breed restrictions.

At the current list price of $15,000 for 1,200 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $13. This figure is for reference only and may differ from appraised or assessed values.

To schedule a viewing, contact Milton Coste at (917) 416-7433 or [email protected].

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(917) 416-7433
MLS® ID: RLS20093799
First Listed: 5/27/2026
On Market: 5/27/2026
Price Changed: 5/27/2026
Contract Date: 5/27/2026

Listing Courtesy of Douglas Elliman Real Estate - Gina Giles Giles

Listing Contact: (518) 755-3776

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