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

305 E 40th St Apt 12K, Murray Hill-Kips Bay, Manhattan, New York, NY, 10017

$899,000
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About this home

Apartment for sale in Murray Hill-Kips Bay, Manhattan: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. Asking price $899,000. Built in 1963.

From the original listing · Realtor.comShow

PRICED TO SELL Spacious Two-Bedroom Plus Home Office for sale at The Hamilton. Residence #12K, with approximately 1,125 square feet, is a beautifully renovated two-bedroom, one-bathroom home with a dedicated office space in The Hamilton, one of Midtown East's most sought-after full-service cooperatives. Bathed in natural light from its eastern and southern exposures, this thoughtfully updated residence offers an exceptional blend of comfort, functionality, and style. Features include recessed lighting throughout, hardwood floors, abundant storage, an updated electrical panel, and meticulous renovations throughout the home. An oversized foyer creates an impressive first impression and is complemented by three closets, including a walk-in closet, providing outstanding storage rarely found in Manhattan apartments. The expansive living and dining area comfortably accommodates a large sectional, dining table for six, and additional seating, well suited for both everyday living and entertaining. The renovated windowed kitchen is beautifully appointed with a suite of top-of-the-line stainless steel appliances by MIELE, Quartz countertops, tiled backsplash, and elegant wood cabinetry. The bright well-designed space offers excellent functionality while providing a welcoming setting for cooking and gathering. The king-sized primary bedroom features custom built-in closets and a unique adjoining bonus room currently configured as a separate home office. This flexible space provides and ideal work-from-home solution while maintaining privacy from the sleeping area. The second bedroom benefits from bright corner exposures to the east and south and comfortably accommodates a queen-sized bed along with additional furnishings. The renovated bathroom has been tastefully updated with a deep soaking tub surrounded by attractive tilework, along with a modern vanity and mirror that complete the space with both style and function. A move-in-ready home with generous proportions, exceptional storage, and a flexible layout, apartment #12K offers a rare opportunity to enjoy comfortable living in one of Midtown East's premier cooperatives. The Hamilton is a full-service cooperative offering 24-hour doorman service, concierge, basement laundry room, live-in superintendent, parking garage, rooftop deck, and bike room. Prime Midtown East Location In close proximity to transportation (Grand Central (LIRR and 4/5/6/7 subways), East River Ferry, 1st/2nd Avenue buses, the UN, and Midtown businesses Enjoy top-rated restaurants shopping and the East River Greenway Nearby supermarkets and pharmacies for everyday convenience Co-op Highlights Financially sound and well-managed building Flexible policies: pied-a-terre, guarantors, co-purchasing, gifting, and subletting with board approval Whether you're seeking a spacious primary residence, a seamless work-from-home setup, or simply the comfort of a beautifully renovated home in a premier full-service cooperative, apartment #12K checks every box. Don't miss this exceptional opportunity to own this beautiful home !

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Roofy listing score

Grade C, 68/100 · Fairly complete

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  • Photos25/25
    • Full points: 19 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
    • No points: No size0/2
    • Does not apply: Move-in date: does not apply2/2
    • Does not apply: Lease length: does not apply1/1
    • Full points: Pet policy stated1/1
    • Full points: Laundry mentioned1/1
    • No points: Heat and utilities not mentioned0/1
    • Some points: Only 1 amenity listed1/2
    • Full points: Description of 459 words3/3
  • True cost5/15
    • No points: No running costs stated (HOA, service charge or taxes)0/8
    • Some points: Priced 35% 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 1963, 359 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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Amenities

Pets

  • Pets allowed

Price history

High $899,000Asking price, as listed
Oct 2026Nov 2026
DatePrice
Oct 29, 2026First seen on Roofy (via Realtor.com)$899,000
Oct 24, 2026Price changed · Realtor.com$899,000

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Compared with the area

Asks $899,000, 35% 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.

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More about Murray Hill-Kips Bay

Location

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Nearby transit

  • East 34th Street (NYC Ferry)Astoria East River Rockaway-Soundview South Brooklyn8 min walk
  • Grand Central-42 St4 5 6 7 S9 min walk
  • Grand Central (Metro-North)Danbury Harlem Hudson New Canaan New Haven10 min walk

Nearby public schools · District 2

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The building

359 units · 21 floors · built 1963 · 4 more homes listed here

Building record for 301 East 40 Street

NYC records as of Nov 1 (weekly)

301 East 40 Street · BBL 1-01333-0001 · built 1963 · 359 units

Roofy building score 99/100 · Well keptAbout the building, from HPD violations. Not an inspection.
Building type
Elevator apartment building
Open HPD violations
7 (A 3 · B 1 · C 3)
Heat complaints
0 this season
Complaints, last 12 months
4
Rent stabilization
Had 16 units in 2024 tax bills (likely)
Last sale (12-month file)
$600,000 on Sep 30, 2026

The city’s records match this listing to the tax lot at 301 East 40 Street. Corner and multi-address buildings often have one main address.

3 open Class C (immediately hazardous) violations in the building.

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Added to Roofy Oct 29, 2026Last checked on Realtor.com Oct 29, 2026Roofy doesn’t verify listings. Never send money before seeing a home.