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Studio apartment for sale in East Midtown-Turtle Bay

240 E 55th St APT 4A, East Midtown-Turtle Bay, Manhattan, New York, NY, 10022

$415,000
Asking price · in USD · Price history

Zillow value estimate: $389,800

Bedrooms
Studio
Size
—
Available
Now

About this home

Apartment for sale in East Midtown-Turtle Bay, Manhattan: studio, 1 bathroom. Asking price $415,000. HOA fee $1,169/mo. Built in 1959.

From the original listing · ZillowShow

Spacious South-Facing Alcove Studio in Midtown East

Enjoy the comfort and versatility of this generously proportioned alcove studio, ideally situated in the heart of Midtown East. With a thoughtfully designed layout, excellent closet space, and a peaceful southern exposure, Apartment 4A offers an appealing combination of space, functionality, and convenience.

The expansive living area easily accommodates both living and dining furniture, while a separate sleeping alcove provides a distinct space for a bed, creating the feel of a more traditional home. A wall of south-facing windows brings natural light into the apartment while offering a welcome quiet escape from the energy of the city. Multiple closets provide exceptional storage. A separate kitchen completes this comfortable and practical layout .

240 East 55th Street is a well-maintained cooperative offering a part-time doorman, live-in superintendent, full-time porter, laundry facilities, and storage and a bike room.

The building's flexible purchasing policies are especially attractive, permitting pied-à-terres and co-purchasing. Unlimited subletting is permitted after just one year of ownership, providing valuable flexibility for both current and future needs. Financing of up to 75% is allowed, and there is no flip tax.

The location puts the best of Manhattan at your doorstep. Enjoy easy access to Whole Foods, Bloomingdale's, Trader Joe's an abundance of neighborhood restaurants and shopping, gyms and multiple subway lines.

Whether you're looking for a comfortable primary residence, a convenient Manhattan pied-à-terre, or a home offering long-term flexibility, this spacious alcove studio presents an exceptional opportunity in a highly desirable Midtown East location.

All information is submitted subject to errors and omissions, change of price, prior sale or lease, and withdrawal without notice. All dimensions are approximate. For exact dimensions please hire your own architect or engineer.

Description from Zillow, shown as published there. See the original listing

Roofy listing score

Grade B, 75/100 · Complete

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  • Photos23/25
    • Some points: Only 7 photos (8 or more for full points)13/15
    • Full points: Large, clear photos (about 1,024 px)10/10
  • Details17/20
    • 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
    • Full points: 3 amenities listed2/2
    • Full points: Description of 300 words3/3
  • True cost13/15
    • Full points: Running costs stated (HOA, service charge or taxes)8/8
    • Some points: Priced 33% below similar homes in the borough5/7
  • Accuracy12/15
    • Full points: 3 sites agree on the price, bedrooms and size6/6
    • Problem: Differs from city records (built 1963, 99 homes)2/5
    • Full points: Confirmed on its source site yesterday4/4
  • 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.

Fees and terms

HOA fee
$1,169/mo

As shown on the original listing. Confirm every fee with the agent before you pay.

What this price means for you each month, with the price filled in.

Amenities

Building

  • Doorman
  • Laundry

Pets

  • Pets allowed

Price history

High $425,000 · Low $415,000Asking price, as listed
Sep 2026Nov 2026
DatePrice
Oct 29, 2026Price changed · Realtor.com$415,000
Oct 29, 2026Price changed · Realtor.com$3,500
Oct 29, 2026First seen on Roofy (via Realtor.com)$415,000
Oct 28, 2026Listed for sale · Zillow$415,000
Oct 18, 2026Removed · Zillow$425,000/mo
Oct 17, 2026Removed · Zillow$3,500/mo
Oct 15, 2026Listed for rent · Zillow$3,500/mo
Sep 29, 2026Listed for sale · Zillow$425,000
Oct 4, 2022Sold · Zillow$407,000
Jun 22, 2022Pending sale · Zillow$399,000
Mar 21, 2022Listed for sale · Zillow$399,000
Feb 24, 2022Pending sale · Zillow$399,000
Feb 1, 2022Price changed · Zillow$399,000
Oct 21, 2021Price changed · Zillow$435,000
Sep 23, 2021Listed for sale · Zillow$448,000
May 30, 2007Sold · Zillow$325,000

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Location

Location as the listing shows it.Open in Google Maps

Nearby transit

  • Lexington Av/53 StE F3 min walk
  • 51 St67 min walk
  • 59 St4 5 68 min walk

Nearby public schools · District 2

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The building

99 units · 14 floors · built 1963

Building record for 238 East 55 Street

NYC records as of Nov 1 (weekly)

238 East 55 Street · BBL 1-01328-0030 · built 1963 · 99 units

Roofy building score 96/100 · Well keptAbout the building, from HPD violations. Not an inspection.
Building type
Elevator apartment building
Open HPD violations
2 (A 0 · B 2 · C 0)
Heat complaints
0 this season
Complaints, last 12 months
2
Rent stabilization
Had 5 units in 2024 tax bills (likely)
Last sale (12-month file)
$410,000 on Sep 1, 2026

The city’s records match this listing to the tax lot at 238 East 55 Street. Corner and multi-address buildings often have one main address.

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 Zillow Oct 31, 2026Roofy doesn’t verify listings. Never send money before seeing a home.