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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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    What's special

    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.

    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

    DateEventPrice
    5/23/2024Sold$2,020,000-8%$1,492/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    3/8/2024Pending sale$2,195,000$1,621/sqft
    Source: StreetEasy Report a problem
    12/1/2023Listed for sale$2,195,000+55.4%$1,621/sqft
    Source: StreetEasy Report a problem
    12/2/2022Listed for rent$7,995+14.2%$6/sqft
    Source: Brown Harris Stevens Report a problem
    9/21/2020Listing removed$7,000$5/sqft
    Source: Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales Report a problem
    9/15/2020Listed for rent$7,000-19.5%$5/sqft
    Source: Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales Report a problem
    9/3/2012Listing removed$8,700$6/sqft
    Source: HALS HALSTEAD PROPERTY COMPANY REBNY Report a problem
    2/11/2012Price change$8,700-4.4%$6/sqft
    Source: HALSTEAD PROPERTY Report a problem
    7/12/2011Listed for rent$9,100$7/sqft
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    4/25/2008Sold$1,412,775$1,043/sqft
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    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax 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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