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SOLD FOR $695,000

Listed at $975,000 · Sold 28.7% below asking · Closed July 28, 2020

249 E 48th Street #5C
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249 E 48th Street #5C

Midtown East, Manhattan

TURTLE BAY HOUSE CO

MLS® #RLS10607972

RLS at REBNY

Listing by The Corcoran Group

2

Bedrooms

1

Bath

950

Sq. Ft.

1957

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Living Area 950 sq ft
Year Built 1957
Ownership Condo
HOA/Common Charges $800.32/mo
Property Taxes $12,655.32/yr
Neighborhood Midtown East
Floor 5 of 20

Property Highlights

  • Views: City
  • Exposure: South facing
  • Climate Control: Wall Units

Property Details

Type Condo
Ownership Condominium
Total Rooms 4
Baths 1 Full
Floor 5 of 20
View City
Exposure South
Cooling Wall Units
Pets Yes
Cross Street 3 AVENUE and 2 AVENUE
Year Built 1957
Living Area 950 sq ft
Parcel # 1322-1051

Description

CONDO - COMPLETELY RENOVATED APT. IS A STEAL with low monthly MT $800.32 + RET $1,072.10 = $1,872.43/Month It faces East and South, quiet, sunny, spacious, The master bedroom has plenty of space for a king size bed plus unusual spacious walk-in closet The second bedroom has been used as a quiet Baby's room which could be a second bedroom or an home office space. The living room is spacious and inviting, with a great closet, with ample space for a dining area conveniently located next to the Kitchen. The Turtle Bay Condominium is located on a quiet street between Second and Third Aves with trees and beautiful well maintained townhouses. The Turtle Bay Chemist and the cleaner are located in the building which is across to the New York Sports Club, supermarket, Conveniently located near The Smith Restaurant, Smith & Wollensky and other fine dinning establishments. The weekly farmer's market in Dag Hammarskjöld Plaza is just one block away. Built in 1957, amenities include a full-time doorman, live-in superintendent, and laundry room. Excellent transportation: M-50 crosstown on 49th and 50th streets; M-15 on 1st and 2nd Aves; M101-102-103 on Third and Lexington Aves; Subway lines: 4, 5, 6, E and W. gives access to Grand Central Terminal, Broadway, The United Nations, Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, Madison Square Garden and all the best New York City has to offer. PET FRIENDLY.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed Common Area

Building Information

Building TURTLE BAY HOUSE CO
Total Units 163
Stories 20

Financial Details

Common Charges $800.32/mo
RE Taxes $12,655.32/yr ($1,055/mo)
Original Price $1,100,000
Sale Price $695,000

Midtown East is a dynamic hub that serves as the gateway to Manhattan for many. Home to iconic landmarks like Grand Central Terminal and the Chrysler Building, the neighborhood offers unparalleled convenience for commuters and professionals. The residential landscape is a mix of high-rise luxury towers and charming side-street cooperatives, providing a wide array of options for those who want to be at the center of the city's energy.

Midtown East Live Market Data

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Active Listings

219

Median Asking Price

$1.73M

Median $/Sqft

$1,672

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

7

Price Reduced

26%

Sold (30 Days)

12

Median Sale Price

$1.31M

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 3/25/26, 6:54 AM EST

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249 E 48th Street #5C, Midtown East, New York County • Near 3 AVENUE and 2 AVENUE

Floor Plans

Floor Plan
MLS® ID: RLS10607972
First Listed: 9/18/2019
Closed: 7/28/2020
Contract Date: 9/18/2019

Listing Courtesy of The Corcoran Group - Colette Rosenberg

Listing Contact: (917) 696-8871

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