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Back to the listing1-bedroom apartment for sale in East Midtown-Turtle Bay
400 E 59th St Apt 2A, East Midtown-Turtle Bay, Manhattan, New York, NY, 10022
- Size
- 800 ft² (74.3 m²)
- Available
- Now
- Year built
- 1929: Building details
About this home
Apartment for sale in East Midtown-Turtle Bay, Manhattan: 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 800 ft². Asking price $599,000. Built in 1929.
From the original listing · Realtor.comShowHide
Step into a world of timeless Manhattan elegance at 400 East 59th Street, Unit 2A. This sophisticated corner coop offers a rare opportunity to live in a premier full-service cooperative where classic pre-war charm meets the vibrant energy of Sutton Place. From the moment you enter this corner unit, the scale and grace of the south facing renovated one bedroom home are immediately apparent. High ceilings, beautiful moldings and pristine blond herringbone hardwood floors create an airy, voluminous feel, providing an ideal canvas for both grand entertaining and quiet relaxation. A decorative fireplace and stunning antique light fixtures are the centerpiece of this spacious living room. The windowed kitchen features high end appliances and a separate work space. The primary suite with both southern and eastern views serves as a serene retreat, thoughtfully separated from the main living spaces to ensure maximum privacy. This special property includes five generous closets, two of them walk-ins as well as a bathroom complete with a window. The home comes complete with beautiful molding & matching light fixtures. The building itself is a celebrated fixture of the neighborhood, offering a level of service that defines luxury living. Residents enjoy a 24-hour doorman, a dedicated live-in superintendent, and a beautifully landscaped common courtyard that offers a peaceful escape from the city bustle. Perfectly situated at the crossroads of Sutton Place and Midtown East, this location puts the very best of New York City right outside your door. Trader Joe's is directly across the street on 1st Avenue and fine dining at Jean Claude's is available just around the corner. Enjoy easy access to the iconic greenery of Central Park or a morning run along the East River Esplanade. Whether you are looking for a primary residence or a sophisticated pied-a-terre, Unit 2A represents the pinnacle of refined urban living. The monthly maintenance fee includes electricity and basic cable.
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Roofy listing score
Grade B, 75/100 · Complete
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- Full points: Price stated3/3
- Full points: Bedrooms stated2/2
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- Does not apply: Move-in date: does not apply2/2
- Does not apply: Lease length: does not apply1/1
- No points: No pet policy0/1
- No points: Laundry not mentioned0/1
- No points: Heat and utilities not mentioned0/1
- No points: No amenities listed0/2
- Full points: Description of 321 words3/3
True cost13/15
- Full points: Running costs stated (HOA, service charge or taxes)8/8
- Some points: Priced 23% below similar homes in its neighborhood5/7
Accuracy12/15
- Nothing to compare: Listed on one site, nothing to compare3/6
- Full points: Agrees with city records (built 1929, 127 homes)5/5
- Full points: Confirmed on its source site 3 days ago4/4
Legal10/10
- Full points: No fair-housing problems found in the wording6/6
- Full points: The agent’s license is active4/4
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- No points: Not claimed on Roofy by the agent or owner0/10
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 29, 2026First seen on Roofy (via Realtor.com) | First seen on Roofy (via Realtor.com) | $599,000 |
| Oct 19, 2026Price changed · Realtor.com | Price changed · Realtor.com | $599,000 |
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Compared with the area
Asks $599,000, 23% below the median asking price for 1-bedroom homes for sale in East Midtown-Turtle Bay.
- Median here
- $775,000
- 130 listings, last 90 days
- Typical range
- $601,250–$973,750
- The middle half of listings
- Per ft²
- $748.75 vs $1,065.33
- This home vs the median, 30% lower
- Days on the market
- 0 days
- Median, until taken off the market
Priced below most similar homes here.
0.8% of these listings have cut their price.
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More about East Midtown-Turtle BayLocation
- NeighborhoodEast Midtown-Turtle BayHousing records and complaints
- BoroughManhattanHousing records
- ZIP codeZIP 10022Buildings and sales
- ListingsHomes for sale in 10022257 homes for sale
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- CityNew YorkHomes for sale
Nearby transit
- Lexington Av/59 StN R W9 min walk
- 59 St4 5 610 min walk
- Lexington Av/53 StE F10 min walk
Nearby public schools · District 2
- Art and Design High Schoolhigh, grades 9-12460 m
- P.S. 059 Beekman Hill Internationalelementary, grades K-5460 m
- Ella Baker Schoolk-8, grades PK-8690 m
Distance only, not school zones. Check the zoned school with NYC Public Schools.
The building
127 units · 17 floors · built 1929 · 3 more homes listed here
Building record for 1076 1 Avenue
NYC records as of Nov 1 (weekly)1076 1 Avenue · BBL 1-01370-0046 · built 1929 · 127 units
- Building type
- Elevator apartment building
- Open HPD violations
- 18 (A 3 · B 14 · C 1)
- Heat complaints
- 0 this season
- Complaints, last 12 months
- 3
- Rent stabilization
- Had 2 units in 2024 tax bills (likely)
- Last sale (12-month file)
- $1,250,000 on Sep 9, 2026
The city’s records match this listing to the tax lot at 1076 1 Avenue. Corner and multi-address buildings often have one main address.
1 open Class C (immediately hazardous) violation in the building.
See the full building recordPublic NYC records about the building, not about the person listing it. Buyers and renters can see them on city websites too. Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOF).
Added to Roofy Oct 29, 2026Last checked on Realtor.com Oct 29, 2026Roofy doesn’t verify listings. Never send money before seeing a home.

























