Sun-Drenched Top-Floor 1BR in Prime Midtown East
Welcome to this spacious, light-filled 1-bedroom apartment on the 5th floor (top floor) of a classic walk-up building. Featuring a flexible wing-style layout, the space provides optimal privacy and separationideal for roommates or creating a dedicated home office.
Apartment Highlights:
Layout: Generous wing-type 1BR floor plan with excellent natural light throughout
Privacy: Top-floor positioning with no upstairs neighbors
Unbeatable Location & Neighborhood Amenities:
Grocery & Retail: Trader Joe's and Whole Foods are just 2 blocks away. Bloomingdale's, Home Depot, and Saks Fifth Avenue are right across the street.
Transit: 3-minute walk to the Lexington Ave/59th St station (N, R, W trains) and major bus lines (M15, M101, M102, M103).
Convenience: Drop-off and self-service laundry is located right at the corner (2nd Ave between 58th & 59th St).
Building Policies:
Cats allowed; strictly no dogs.
Please email to schedule a private viewing.
Apartment for rent
$3,950/moFees may apply
226 E 59th St, # 5W, New York, NY 10022
1beds
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Apartment
Available Wed Aug 12 2026
Cats OK
Fireplace
What's special
Excellent natural light throughoutOptimal privacy and separationFlexible wing-style layout
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Fireplace
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Has fireplace: Yes
Property
Parking
- Details: Contact manager
Features
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Skyline View
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Apartment
- Property subtype: Apartment
Building
Management
- Pets allowed: Yes
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: New York
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: Contact For Details
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/6/2026 | Listed for rent | $3,950 |
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Neighborhood: Sutton Place
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10East Side Elementary School, PS 267Grades: K-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 8/10Jhs 104 Simon BaruchGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.9 mi
- 8/10Art and Design High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.1 mi







