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240 East 55th St. #LA

Located at 240 East 55th Street #La Sutton Place, Midtown East
This unit is not currently listed on StreetEasy Other units available in this building: 1 active sales listing | 1 active rental listing
4 beds, 4 baths

240 E 55th Street #LA is the closest thing to Townhouse living you’ll find in an NYC Co-op. This impeccably renovated 4-bedroom home offers an open layout on the main floor with a large lower-level den. Highlighted by an unrivaled outdoor oasis, with direct access from the skylit living room and 2 bedrooms, naturally pulls in the feel of outdoor living, indoors.

240 E 55th Street #LA is the closest thing to Townhouse living you’ll find in an NYC Co-op. This impeccably renovated 4-bedroom home offers an open layout on the main floor with a large lower-level den. Highlighted by an unrivaled outdoor oasis, with direct access from the skylit living room and 2 bedrooms, naturally pulls in the feel of outdoor living, indoors.

The main living space is ideal for entertaining, with a spacious sun-filled living room, dining area & chef’s kitchen, seamlessly flowing into one another. The gourmet kitchen features Nobilia cabinetry, Ceasarstone Calacatta Nuvo countertops, Miele appliances, a 300-bottle wine refrigerator and premium fixtures. The gracious kitchen storage space is supplemented by a massive walk-in pantry, with an abundance of deep-shelf storage and second refrigerator/freezer.

The nearly 500sf backyard has been luxuriously renovated to include a beautiful lower-level patio with bbq area for lounging and entertaining. Flanked by a large yard with gorgeous turf, flowering trees and a built-in Pergola with separate dining area and swing. This immaculate escape is fully equipped with LED-lit raised planters, electric and plumbing. A truly special sanctuary.

Overlooking the garden, the Primary bedroom includes its own en-suite bathroom with a double vanity and new sinks, Kohler fixtures, Toto Washlet toilet, marble shower featuring a built-in bench and a silent ventilation fan. Three generous bedrooms complete the home. Outside two of the bedrooms is a sizable playroom/home office/sitting area, easily customized to suit your needs. The private lower-level den/media room has its own full bathroom and laundry room with full size washer/dryer, and additional storage room, offering endless living options.

Additional features of the home include, wire-brushed wide plank oak floors throughout, a Lutron lighting system, independently controlled heating & A/C system and CAT6 wiring to accommodate today’s work from home culture.

240 East 55th Street has a part-time attended lobby, live-in superintendent and a common storage room. Subletting is permitted with board approval. A phenomenal neighborhood, offering all the luxuries and conveniences you desire in NYC. Fantastic restaurants & fine dining experiences surround the area with many grocery stores, including Wholefoods. An ideal, central location allowing ease to commute anywhere in the city, with a plethora of convenient transportation options nearby. A short walk to Central Park, Sutton Place Park & the East River Promenade, you will never be wanting for things to do or places to go. This is a MUST SEE!


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About the Building

240 East 55th Street  New York, NY 10022

Co-op in Sutton Place

  • 99 Units
  • 15 Stories
  • 1959 Built

Sales listings: 1 active and 172 previous
Rentals listings: 1 active and 157 previous
Documents and Permits: 247 documents

Unit History

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Transportation

  • E M 6 at Lexington Av-53 St

    0.11 miles

  • E M 6 at 51st St

    0.25 miles

  • N R 4 5 6 W at Lexington Av-59 St

    0.27 miles

  • E M at 5th Av

    0.38 miles

  • F Q at 63rd Street

    0.42 miles

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Schools

District 2 - Schools zoned for this address:
P.S. 059 Beekman Hill International

(PK,0K,01,02,03,04,05,SE)

Disclaimer: School attendance zone boundaries are not guaranteed to be accurate – they are provided by a third party and subject to change. Check with the applicable school district prior to making a decision based on these boundaries.