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1-bedroom condo for sale in East Midtown-Turtle Bay

249 E 48th St Apt 16E, East Midtown-Turtle Bay, Manhattan, New York, NY, 10017

$850,000
Asking price · in USD
Size
782 ft² (72.7 m²)
Available
Now

About this home

Condo for sale in East Midtown-Turtle Bay, Manhattan: 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 782 ft². Asking price $850,000. Built in 1959.

From the original listing · Realtor.comShow

Welcome to this bright and beautifully renovated corner one-bedroom residence, ideally positioned on the 16th floor with open city views and abundant natural light from western and northern exposures. The oversized living room is wrapped in large windows and features a separate dining alcove, creating a spacious and inviting setting for both everyday living and entertaining. The renovated kitchen is thoughtfully appointed with custom cabinetry, Carrara marble countertops, and high-end appliances by Sub-Zero, Viking, and Bosch. The spa-like bathroom is also finished in Carrara marble and features a deep soaking tub. A generously sized bedroom, new hardwood floors, and six large closets provide exceptional comfort and an extraordinary amount of storage throughout the home. The building welcomes residents with a renovated lobby and offers a new elevator, 24-hour doorman, live-in superintendent, laundry room, and an on-site garage operated by a third party. Set in the heart of Turtle Bay, the residence is surrounded by some of Midtown East's best dining, including Smith & Wollensky, The Grill, Casa Lever, Avra, and P.J. Clarke's. Whole Foods Market, Morton Williams, Bloomingdale's, and the shops of Madison and Fifth Avenues are also nearby. Greenacre Park, Dag Hammarskjold Plaza, Grand Central Terminal, and the E, M, 6, and 7 subway lines provide an exceptional combination of neighborhood charm, everyday convenience, and easy access throughout the city.

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Roofy listing score

Grade B, 70/100 · Complete

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  • Photos25/25
    • Full points: 11 photos15/15
    • Full points: Large, clear photos (about 1,000 px)10/10
  • Details16/20
    • Full points: Price stated3/3
    • Full points: Bedrooms stated2/2
    • Full points: Bathrooms stated2/2
    • Full points: Size stated2/2
    • 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
    • Full points: Laundry mentioned1/1
    • No points: Heat and utilities not mentioned0/1
    • No points: No amenities listed0/2
    • Full points: Description of 231 words3/3
  • True cost7/15
    • No points: No running costs stated (HOA, service charge or taxes)0/8
    • Full points: Price in line with similar homes in its neighborhood7/7
  • Accuracy12/15
    • Nothing to compare: Listed on one site, nothing to compare3/6
    • Full points: Agrees with city records (built 1959, 162 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
  • Trust0/15
    • No points: Not claimed on Roofy by the agent or owner0/10
    • No points: The agent is not verified on Roofy0/5

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Scored Nov 2, 2026 · Score version 1. No one can pay to change a score.

Buying costs

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Compared with the area

Asks $850,000, 10% above 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
$1,086.96 vs $1,065.33
This home vs the median, 2% higher
Days on the market
0 days
Median, until taken off the market

Priced in line with similar homes here.

0.8% of these listings have cut their price.

Asking prices of listings on Roofy and listing sites in the last 90 days, not signed leases or sale prices. One currency, never converted.

More about East Midtown-Turtle Bay

Location

Location as the listing shows it.Open in Google Maps

Nearby transit

  • 51 St66 min walk
  • Lexington Av/53 StE F6 min walk
  • Grand Central (LIRR)Babylon Far Rockaway Hempstead Long Beach Port Jefferson Port Washington Ronkonkoma West Hempstead8 min walk

Nearby public schools · District 2

Distance only, not school zones. Check the zoned school with NYC Public Schools.

The building

162 units · 21 floors · built 1959 · 1 more home listed here

Building record (NYC)

NYC records as of Nov 1 (weekly)

249 East 48 Street · BBL 1-01322-7501 · built 1959 · 162 units

Roofy building score 99/100 · Well keptAbout the building, from HPD violations. Not an inspection.
Building type
Condominium
Open HPD violations
None
Heat complaints
1 this season
Complaints, last 12 months
1
Rent stabilization
Had 9 units in 2024 tax bills (likely)
Last sale (12-month file)
No sales in our 12-month file

No open immediately hazardous (Class C) violations. Condo records cover the whole building.

See the full building record

Public 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.

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