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2-bedroom apartment for sale in Murray Hill-Kips Bay

55 Park Ave # 15E, Murray Hill-Kips Bay, Manhattan, New York, NY, 10016

$985,000
Asking price · in USD · Price history
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About this home

Apartment for sale in Murray Hill-Kips Bay, Manhattan: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. Asking price $985,000. Built in 1922.

From the original listing · Realtor.comShow

Welcome to this sun-drenched residence on iconic Park Avenue, where timeless pre-war character meets sophisticated design. With three exposures, the home is filled with natural light throughout the day and enjoys beautiful city views from multiple vantage points, including a direct view of The Chrysler Building. BOOKSHELVES ARE NOT BUILT-INS Thoughtfully renovated with an exceptional eye for detail, the residence retains its original charm while introducing elevated finishes. Nearly 10-foot beamed ceilings, a wood-burning fireplace, and oak herringbone floors lend warmth and character to the gracious interiors. At the heart of the home, the meticulously renovated kitchen and dining area combine refined design with everyday functionality. The bathroom has been equally thoughtfully renovated that create a serene, spa-like retreat. In the primary bedroom, an extra-large custom closet provides exceptional storage while maintaining the room's elegant proportions. A private storage unit is included in the sale, adding to the home's exceptional functionality. Located within the historic 55 Park Avenue, a distinguished 1923 co-op, residents enjoy full-service amenities including a 24-hour doorman and elevator operator, live-in resident manager, attentive staff, and a central laundry room. With just two apartments per floor, the building offers a rare sense of privacy and intimacy in the heart of Manhattan. A 2% flip tax is payable by the purchaser.

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Roofy listing score

Grade C, 66/100 · Fairly complete

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  • Photos25/25
    • Full points: 16 photos15/15
    • Full points: Large, clear photos (about 1,000 px)10/10
  • Details14/20
    • Full points: Price stated3/3
    • Full points: Bedrooms stated2/2
    • Full points: Bathrooms stated2/2
    • No points: No size0/2
    • 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 226 words3/3
  • True cost5/15
    • No points: No running costs stated (HOA, service charge or taxes)0/8
    • Some points: Priced 28% 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 1923, 32 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.

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Price history

High $985,000Asking price, as listed
Oct 2026Nov 2026
DatePrice
Oct 29, 2026First seen on Roofy (via Realtor.com)$985,000
Oct 26, 2026Price changed · Realtor.com$985,000

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Compared with the area

Asks $985,000, 28% below the median asking price for 2-bedroom homes for sale in Murray Hill-Kips Bay.

Median here
$1,375,000
46 listings, last 90 days
Typical range
$987,500–$2,149,750
The middle half of listings

Priced below most similar homes here.

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 Murray Hill-Kips Bay

Location

Location as the listing shows it.Open in Google Maps

Nearby transit

  • Grand Central-42 St4 5 6 7 S6 min walk
  • 33 St66 min walk
  • Grand Central (Metro-North)Danbury Harlem Hudson New Canaan New Haven8 min walk

Nearby public schools · District 2

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

The building

32 units · 16 floors · built 1923

Building record (NYC)

NYC records as of Nov 1 (weekly)

55 Park Avenue · BBL 1-00893-0002 · built 1923 · 32 units

Roofy building score 86/100 · Well keptAbout the building, from HPD violations. Not an inspection.
Building type
Elevator apartment building
Open HPD violations
17 (A 10 · B 7 · C 0)
Heat complaints
0 this season
Complaints, last 12 months
0
Rent stabilization
May have stabilized units
Last sale (12-month file)
$800,000 on Sep 17, 2026

No open immediately hazardous (Class C) violations.

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.