**Fully Furnished**Private Storage Included**
Pre-war boutique charm in the beating heart of Midtown. 2 bedroom 2 bathroom condominium with a wood-burning fireplace and triple exposure. Close proximity to Central Park, MoMa, world-class shopping and dining.
Upon entry, one is greeted by a foyer with a coat closet, leading to a windowed galley kitchen and large living and dining area engulfed in natural southern light. This historically significant home is replete with classic features such as hardwood floors, high ceilings, sash windows and a magnificent wood-burning fireplace for enhanced ambiance. The kitchen has western exposure and is equipped with custom white lacquer cabinets, sleek white counter tops, mirrored back splash, and high-end appliances including an eco-friendly induction stove.
The primary suite receives warm southern light and boasts a wall of built-in closets as well as a windowed en-suite bathroom. The second bedroom has northern exposure with a deep reach-in closet and easy access to a windowed second bathroom. Both bathrooms have classic finishes with deep soaking tubs. A private storage space located in the basement is included.
Note: the unit is being offered fully furnished with all accessories and linens, Just bring your suitcase.
40 West 55th Street is a pre-war condominium with full-time door attendants, a resident manager, common laundry, and a bicycle room. Nestled in the heart of Midtown, the building is four blocks from Pulitzer Fountain and Central Park and is surrounded by restaurants, bars, cafes, cultural institutions, and shops. It is close to the Theater District, Columbus Circle, and Lenox Hill. Nearby subway lines include the 1/A/C/E/B/D/F/M/N/Q/R/W. Pets are welcome.
Sold for $1,200,000
$1,200,000
40 W 55th St APT 5D, New York, NY 10019
2beds
1,070sqft
Apartment
Built in ----
-- sqft lot
$1,243,100 Zestimate®
$1,121/sqft
$7,522 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,243,100
$1.14M - $1.34M
$7,522/mo
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Triple exposureCustom white lacquer cabinetsWindowed second bathroomHigh ceilingsMirrored back splashSleek white counter topsWood-burning fireplace
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Fireplace
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher
- Laundry: Shared
Features
- Elevator, View
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Furnished: Yes
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,070 sqft
Property
Parking
- Details: Contact manager
Features
- Exterior features: Bicycle storage, Broker Exclusive, Concierge, Fios Available, Live In Super, Locker Cage
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City View
Details
- Parcel number: 012701021
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Apartment
- Property subtype: Apartment
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Gated
Location
- Region: New York
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,121/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $301,875
- Annual tax amount: $15,123
- Date on market: 1/29/2026
- Date available: 01/29/2026
- Lease term: Contact For Details
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/25/2026 | Listing removed | $6,500$6/sqft |
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| 1/29/2026 | Listed for rent | $6,500$6/sqft |
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| 7/17/2024 | Sold | $1,200,000-4%$1,121/sqft |
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| 3/8/2024 | Pending sale | $1,250,000$1,168/sqft |
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| 1/17/2024 | Listed for sale | $1,250,000+4%$1,168/sqft |
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| 10/13/2006 | Sold | $1,201,535$1,123/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $15,123 +3.4% | $135,844 +6.3% |
| 2024 | $14,620 +5.1% | $127,770 +2.4% |
| 2023 | $13,907 | $124,727 +1.9% |
| 2022 | -- | $122,377 +18.5% |
| 2021 | -- | $103,301 -10.7% |
| 2020 | -- | $115,615 +5.2% |
| 2019 | $12,766 +7.3% | $109,907 +1.7% |
| 2018 | $11,895 +8% | $108,090 -0.9% |
| 2017 | $11,010 +9.4% | $109,043 +16.3% |
| 2016 | $10,061 | $93,769 +3.1% |
| 2015 | $10,061 +50.3% | $90,954 +30.4% |
| 2014 | $6,693 | $69,751 +0.6% |
| 2013 | -- | $69,308 +4.3% |
| 2012 | -- | $66,437 -20.1% |
| 2011 | -- | $83,151 +10% |
| 2010 | -- | $75,591 -8.3% |
| 2009 | -- | $82,463 |
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Neighborhood: Midtown
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