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Sold for $1,500,000
  • $1,500,000

    40 W 55th St, New York, NY 10019

    2beds
    1,069sqft
    Condo
    Built in 1924
    -- sqft lot
    $1,514,100 Zestimate®
    $1,403/sqft
    $7,548 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $1,514,100

    $1.41M - $1.62M

    $7,548/mo

    Zestimate® history
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    What's special

    South Facing Bright Convertible 2 Bedroom Penthouse located in a Pre War, Full Time Doorman, Condominium Building. Situated on a Tree Lined Street in Prime Midtown. Built in 1924 by renowned Architect Rosario Candela. The Lobby Vestibules has the magnificent touches of Sean Johnson Décor inspired by the Museum of Modern Art.The Apartment: Large South Facing 1091 SF Wrap Terrace with dramatic city and skyline views. Wood Burning Fireplace. Hardwood Floors. Currently configured as a One Bedroom, 1.5 Bath. Easily converts to a Two Bedroom. The Bright L-Shaped Living room has a beautiful sky light, wood burning fireplace and direct open access to the magnificent wrap terrace. Open Kitchen & Dining Area. Kitchen in need of TLC. Half Bath located in the hallway. Master Suite with large walk-in closet and access to Terrace. Windowed Master Bath with Tub. 3 Storage Cages are included.Conveniently located close to Central Park, 5th Avenue, Rockefeller Center, MOMA, Carnegie Hall, Radio City Hall, Columbus Circle, Theaters, World Class Restaurants & Shopping. Please note Pictures from are Terrace are Virtually Staged.

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 2
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher
    Features
    • Has fireplace: Yes
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 1,069 sqft

    Property

    Features
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: City
    Details
    • Parcel number: 012701039

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: Condo
    Condition
    • Year built: 1924

    Community & neighborhood

    Community
    • Community features: Doorman, On Site Laundry Available
    Location
    • Region: New York

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    11/6/2025Sold$1,500,000+4.9%$1,403/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    10/8/2019Sold$1,429,937-13.3%$1,338/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    4/25/2019Listing removed$1,650,000$1,543/sqft
    Source: Douglas Elliman #3414407 Report a problem
    3/7/2019Price change$1,650,000-5.7%$1,543/sqft
    Source: Douglas Elliman #3414407 Report a problem
    1/29/2019Listed for sale$1,750,000+13.3%$1,637/sqft
    Source: Douglas Elliman #3414407 Report a problem
    5/14/2008Sold$1,545,000$1,445/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$21,173 +3.4%$190,179 +6.3%
    2024$20,468 +5.1%$178,875 +2.4%
    2023$19,470 $174,615 +1.9%
    2022-- $171,325 +18.5%
    2021-- $144,620 -10.7%
    2020-- $161,860 +5.2%
    2019$17,873 +7.3%$153,869 +1.7%
    2018$16,653 +8%$151,323 -0.9%
    2017$15,414 +9.4%$152,658 +16.3%
    2016$14,085 $131,275 +3.1%
    2015$14,085 +50.3%$127,334 +30.4%
    2014$9,371 $97,650 +0.6%
    2013-- $97,030 +4.3%
    2012-- $93,011 -20.1%
    2011-- $116,410 +10%
    2010-- $105,827 -8.3%
    2009-- $115,448

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    Neighborhood: Midtown

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