40 W 55TH Street #2B
MLS® #RLS10959142
Listing by Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC
2
Bedrooms
2
Baths
1,354
Sq. Ft.
1924
Year Built
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Property Highlights
- Exposure: East,North,South facing
- Fireplace: 1 fireplace
- Climate Control: Other
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Description
Just steps from the hustle and bustle of 5th Avenue, you will instantly feel at home in your unique 5-room, pre-war condo spanning over 1,350 square feet. Built in 1924 by renowned architect Rosario Candela, 40 West 55th Street, 2B is impeccably detailed, stunning, modern, and chic!
This classic five room home features 1,354 square feet for the perfect two bedroom, two bath with a separate dining room, gracious entrance foyer, 9'2 ceilings, northern and eastern exposures, and custom traditional oak wood floors. The living room/entertainment area has a wood-burning marble fireplace, custom bookcases, and a mirrored bar with wine refrigerator. Marble /stone/mosaic glass walls and floors in baths, and closets are custom built. The eclectic aesthetic of the apartment is evident, while also remaining sleek, yet comfortable. Your clean, traditional kitchen features eastern exposures, top-of-the-line appliances like a dishwasher, and deluxe fixtures. Both bathrooms boast Waterworks accents and luxurious finishes. Throughout the home is an abundance of closet space. Both the apartment, and the nature of the building is a renowned example and best residential work of the legendary architect Candelas.
With only three neighbors on your floor, privacy should never be an issue for your apartment. 40W55 features a full-time doorman, storage, central laundry and is pet friendly. The building lobby includes touches of Sean Johnson decor, inspired by the Museum of Modern Art. This home has easy access to both the east and west sides and is only steps away from Central Park and many of Manhattan's most famous attractions, such as Rockefeller Center, Times Square and an abundance of restaurants and bars. Additionally, furniture and fixtures available for purchase.
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About Midtown
View All Midtown ListingsMidtown Manhattan is the city's primary commercial and transit hub, home to Grand Central Terminal, Rockefeller Center, Bryant Park, and the Empire State Building. The residential market features luxury condo towers, classic pre-war cooperatives, and postwar doorman buildings served by nearly every subway line in the system. Properties range from high-floor units with skyline panoramas to well-maintained co-ops along the tree-lined side streets east and west of Fifth Avenue.
Midtown Live Market Data
View NeighborhoodActive Listings
178
Median Asking Price
$2.19M
Median $/Sqft
$1,710
Avg Days on Market
N/A
New This Week
3
Price Reduced
32%
Sold (30 Days)
13
Median Sale Price
$2.08M
Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 3/23/26, 11:06 PM EST
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Location
40 W 55TH Street #2B, Midtown, New York County
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