Stunning, Modern, Chic and Elegant!
Just steps from the hustle and bustle of 5th Avenue, you will instantly feel at home in your unique 5-room, pre-war condo spanning over 1,350 square feet. Built in 1924 by renowned architect Rosario Candela, 40 West 55th Street, 2B is impeccably furnished, stunning, modern, and chic!
This classic five room home features 1,354 square feet for the perfect two bedroom, two bath with a separate dining room, gracious entrance foyer, 9'2 ceilings, and custom traditional oak wood floors. The living room/entertainment area has a decorative marble fireplace, custom bookcases, and a mirrored bar with wine refrigerator. Marble /stone/mosaic glass walls and floors in baths, and closets are custom built. The media system includes 3 Sony flat screens, and all built-in audio surround sound. Furnishings are an eclectic, sleek yet comfortable, mix of Ralph Lauren and the finest leather Italian/modern classics. Carpets are custom Thomas O'Brian. Top-of-the-line kitchen appliances and fixtures. Residence is offered turn-key and includes Tiffany place-settings and silver serving pieces, Hermes and Lalique crystal, contemporary paintings, a signed Picasso print, Waterworks bath accents and luxurious Italian percale bed coverings. The building is a renowned example and best residential work of the legendary architect Candelas.
With only three neighbors on your floor, privacy should never be an issue for your apartment. 40W55 features a full-time doorman, storage, central laundry and is pet friendly. The building lobby includes touches of Sean Johnson dcor, inspired by the Museum of Modern Art. This home has easy access to both the east and west sides and is only steps away from Central Park and many of Manhattan's most famous attractions, such as Rockefeller Center, Times Square and an abundance of restaurants and bars. Additional $350 fee which includes all utilities, premium cable and internet.
Sold for $2,020,000
$2,020,000
40 W 55th St APT 2B, New York, NY 10019
2beds
2baths
1,354sqft
Apartment
Built in 1924
-- sqft lot
$1,899,100 Zestimate®
$1,492/sqft
$7,705 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,899,100
$1.67M - $2.15M
$7,705/mo
Zestimate® history
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
Cooling
- None
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,354 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: None
Details
- Parcel number: 012701007
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Apartment
Condition
- Year built: 1924
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: New York
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,492/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $362,250
- Annual tax amount: $18,148
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/23/2024 | Sold | $2,020,000-8%$1,492/sqft |
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| 3/8/2024 | Pending sale | $2,195,000$1,621/sqft |
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| 12/1/2023 | Listed for sale | $2,195,000+55.4%$1,621/sqft |
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| 12/2/2022 | Listed for rent | $7,995+14.2%$6/sqft |
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| 9/21/2020 | Listing removed | $7,000$5/sqft |
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| 9/15/2020 | Listed for rent | $7,000-19.5%$5/sqft |
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| 9/3/2012 | Listing removed | $8,700$6/sqft |
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| 2/11/2012 | Price change | $8,700-4.4%$6/sqft |
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| 7/12/2011 | Listed for rent | $9,100$7/sqft |
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| 4/25/2008 | Sold | $1,412,775$1,043/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $18,148 +3.4% | $163,013 +6.3% |
| 2024 | $17,544 +5.1% | $153,324 +2.4% |
| 2023 | $16,688 | $149,672 +1.9% |
| 2022 | -- | $146,853 +18.5% |
| 2021 | -- | $123,962 -10.7% |
| 2020 | -- | $138,739 +5.2% |
| 2019 | $15,319 +7.3% | $131,889 +1.7% |
| 2018 | $14,274 +8% | $129,708 -0.9% |
| 2017 | $13,211 +9.4% | $130,852 +16.3% |
| 2016 | $12,073 | $112,523 +3.1% |
| 2015 | $12,073 +50.3% | $109,145 +30.4% |
| 2014 | $8,032 | $83,701 +0.6% |
| 2013 | -- | $83,169 +4.3% |
| 2012 | -- | $79,724 -20.1% |
| 2011 | -- | $99,782 +10% |
| 2010 | -- | $90,711 -8.3% |
| 2009 | -- | $98,957 |
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Neighborhood: Midtown
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