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SOLD FOR $320,000

Listed at $380,000 · Sold 15.8% below asking · Closed September 22, 2015

140 E 40th Street #9-B
Closed For Sale Co-op

$380,000

$844 per sq ft

140 E 40th Street #9-B

Murray Hill, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS10467921

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Compass

Studio

1

Bath

450

Sq. Ft.

1930

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms Studio
Bathrooms 1
Living Area 450 sq ft
Year Built 1930
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $755/mo
Neighborhood Murray Hill

Property Highlights

  • Views: City
  • Exposure: North facing
  • Style: Prewar architecture

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 2
Baths 1 Full
View City
Exposure North
Cooling Window Units
Pets CatsOk
Cross Street Lexington Avenue/Third Avenue
Year Built 1930
Living Area 450 sq ft
Architectural Style Prewar
Block/Lot 895/66

Description

This quintessential bright and sunny studio in Murray Hill is ideally located for anyone seeking city living while still enjoying the beauty and serenity of living on a quiet, tree-lined block.

This apartment has two large closets with an additional room that can be used as a walk-in closet, home office, or guest sleeping area. The kitchen is perfect for cooking, featuring a beautiful granite countertop and backsplash, along with state-of-the art stainless steel appliances, including a vented pro-style Designer American range, Liebherr refrigerator, and Bosch dishwasher. A high-end murphy bed with built-in storage has been installed to maximize functionality and space. Additional apartment highlights include hardwood cherry floors throughout the apartment, updated bathroom with subway tile, and black marble floors as well as custom lighting.

140 East 40th Street is a lovely and well maintained elevator building with a live in super who is available during weekday business hours. The building also offers a furnished roof deck with beautiful Empire State Building views. Other building amenities include bike storage, a laundry facility, and private storage rooms for an additional fee.

Centrally located a few blocks from Grand Central and Bryant Park, this apartment allows you access to everything that New York City has to offer, making it a great fit for anyone.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Dining Area Entrance Foyer Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed Common Area

Exterior Features

Building Garden Building Roof Deck

Building Information

Stories 14
Style Prewar

Financial Details

Maintenance $755/mo
Sale Price $320,000
Previous Price $385,000

Murray Hill offers a central Manhattan location with a surprisingly neighborhood-like feel. Known for its historic 'Sniffen Court' and a mix of mid-century high-rises and 19th-century townhouses, it is a popular choice for professionals seeking proximity to Grand Central and Midtown. The neighborhood is particularly well-regarded for offering a wide range of price points, from entry-level studio cooperatives to expansive luxury penthouses.

Murray Hill Live Market Data

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Active Listings

226

Median Asking Price

$850K

Median $/Sqft

$1,200

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

9

Price Reduced

25%

Sold (30 Days)

23

Median Sale Price

$725K

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 4/1/26, 8:36 AM EST

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140 E 40th Street #9-B, Murray Hill, New York County • Near Lexington Avenue/Third Avenue

MLS® ID: RLS10467921
First Listed: 2/27/2015
Price Changed: 9/22/2015
Closed: 9/22/2015
Contract Date: 2/27/2015

Listing Courtesy of Compass - Caitlin Pearlman

Listing Contact: (631) 335-4297

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