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Sterling Plaza, 255 East 49th Street, #PHB

$4,990,000 ($1,533 per ft2) | 4 beds, 3.5 baths | Approx. 3,256 ft2
Building Profile  | 
170 days on Market

Key Details

  • Listed: Jun 4, 2024
    Days on Market: 170
    Building Type: Condominium
    Neighborhood: Midtown East (Manhattan)
    Doorman: FT Doorman
    Listing viewed 137 times
Monthly Common Charges: $4,922
Monthly Real Estate Taxes: $5,267
Total Taxes & Fees: $10,189 ($3.13/ft2)
Est. Monthly Mortgage: $29,788
Total Est. Monthly Carrying Cost: $39,977 ($12.28/ft2)
Note: the above is based on a down payment of 10% ($499,000), which is the minimum amount permitted by the building.

Insider Highlights

  • Prime Location: This spacious penthouse is located in the prime Midtown East, close to United Nations headquarters, Grand Central Terminal, the East River, top shopping, popular restaurants, Whole Foods, and public transportation.
  • Stunning Views and Spacious Interiors: The property offers spectacular open city views that encompass the iconic Manhattan skyline including the Chrysler Building and the East River. It boasts 3,256 square feet of interior space with four bedrooms or three and a library, three full bathrooms and two powder rooms.
  • Entertainment and Outdoor Space: The penthouse features large entertaining rooms including a corner living room, a formal dining room, and a windowed kitchen. It also has a rooftop terrace of approximately 1,600 square feet with a second full kitchen.
  • Luxurious Features: The property is equipped with 10-foot ceilings, three-zone central air conditioning, two wood-burning fireplaces, herringbone floors, and a semi-private elevator landing.
  • Full-Service Condominium: The building is a full-service condominium with a full-time doorman, live in resident manager, central laundry room, and many amenities including concierge, resident storage, full service garage, intercom, children's playroom, outdoor entertainment space, courtyard, in-unit washer/dryer, bike room, live-in superintendent, and terraces/balconies.
  • Renowned Developers and Attractive Design: The building was developed by renowned developers Fred Wilpon and Saul B. Katz and designed by Schuman, Lichtenstein, Claman & Efron and Arquitectonica. It features an attractive plaza with sculpture and curved planters, and many apartments have balconies.

Description

Boasting spectacular open city views that encompass the iconic Manhattan skyline including the Chrysler Building and the East River, this remarkable penthouse offers an unparalleled vantage point to immerse yourself in the beauty and energy of the city. Spanning an impressive 3,256 square feet of interior space, this home exudes grandeur and refinement. There are four bedrooms or three and a library, three full bathrooms and two powder rooms.

The entertaining rooms include a corner living room, a formal dining room, and a windowed kitchen. There is a rooftop terrace that is approximately1,600 square feet which offers the perfect outdoor oasis against the backdrop of breathtaking views as well as having a second full kitchen. There are 10-foot ceilings, three-zone central air conditioning, two wood-burning fireplaces, and herringbone floors.

The living spaces within this penthouse are thoughtfully designed to cater to every need.

Off a semi-private elevator landing is an entrance gallery, an elegant powder room and a coat closet. A corner living room with a wood-burning fireplace sets the tone for sophisticated gatherings; the room is 27’3" long and has two walls of windows with picturesque views and a wet bar with a sink. There is a formal dining room which offers the perfect setting for hosting memorable dinners, and a windowed kitchen.

The primary suite is in the corner facing south and west; the bedroom is 27-feet long and has five closets two of which are dressing rooms.

There is a windowed en-suite primary bathroom that has two sinks, a deep-soaking bathtub and a separate oversized shower. There are three additional bedrooms or two and a library, and two full bathrooms. There is a laundry area with a washer/dryer.

Up a sweeping windowed staircase is the incredible private roof terrace which has mesmerizing views, multiple seating areas as well as the second kitchen and powder room.

Sterling Plaza is a full-service condominium with a full-time doorman, live in resident manager and a central laundry room.

There is a capital assessment of $1,707.18/month through December 2024.

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Apartment Amenities

  • River View
Listing courtesy of Corcoran Group

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About Sterling Plaza, 255 East 49th Street

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Sterling Plaza, 255 East 49th Street has received a CityRealty Rating of 76, based on:

 
Architecture

Anything above 30 is remarkable, from 20-29 is distinguished and from 11-19 is average, while below 11 is below average.

 
Location

Anything above 27 is remarkable, from 18-26 is distinguished and from 9-17 is average, while below 9 is below average.

 
Features

Anything above 22 is remarkable, from 16-21 is distinguished and from 9-15 is average, while below 9 is below average.

Rating Summary

29
Out of 44
+
24
Out of 36
+
14
Out of 39
+
9
=
76
Out of 119
 

Architecture Rating: Points Breakdown

Exterior:
Very Attractive 5 out of 8 points
Retail Quality:
Good 3 out of 5 points
Canopy Entrance:
Dramatic 3 out of 3 points
Alterations:
None 2 out of 2 points
Plaza Or Atrium:
Very Attractive 3 out of 3 points
Contextual Design:
No, but OK 1 out of 3 points
Skyline:
Highly Visible 2 out of 2 points
Local Visibility:
Highly Visible 2 out of 2 points
Watertank:
Enclosed 1 out of 2 points
Airconditioners:
Not Allowed 2 out of 2 points
Free Standing:
Corner 1 out of 2 points
Gargoyles:
None 0 out of 2 points
Garden:
Attractive 2 out of 2 points
Fenestration:
Consistent 1 out of 1 points
Landmark:
No 0 out of 2 points
Unity:
Unified Design 1 out of 1 points
Illumination:
None 0 out of 1 points
Water Element:
None 0 out of 1 points

Location Rating: Points Breakdown

Street Ambience:
Attractive / Pleasant 3 out of 5 points
Distance To Neighborhood Center:
Less than 20 blocks 4 out of 5 points
Views:
Impressive 3 out of 4 points
Neighborhood Ambience:
Attractive 2 out of 3 points
Traffic Noise:
Considerable 1 out of 3 points
Protected Views:
Only Top Floors 1 out of 2 points
Distance To Subway:
3-5 Short Blocks 1 out of 2 points
Firedepartment Noise:
No Noise 2 out of 2 points
Distance To Supermarket:
Less than 3 Short Blocks 2 out of 2 points
Distance To Park:
More than 6 Short Blocks 0 out of 2 points
Distance To Water:
3-6 Short Blocks 1 out of 2 points
Shopping:
5 or less Short Blocks 2 out of 2 points
Schools:
No Noise 1 out of 1 points
Noise From Nightlife:
None 1 out of 1 points

Features Rating: Points Breakdown

Lobby:
Quite Stylish 3 out of 5 points
Units Per Floor:
5-9 2 out of 5 points
Ceiling:
8-9 Feet 1 out of 4 points
Balconies:
Many 2 out of 3 points
Health Club:
None 0 out of 2 points
Private Gardens:
None 0 out of 2 points
Storage Rooms:
Minimal 1 out of 2 points
Bay Windows:
Some 1 out of 1 points
Fireplaces:
None 0 out of 1 points
Door Person:
Yes 1 out of 1 points
Concierge:
Yes 1 out of 1 points
Elevator Person:
None 0 out of 1 points
Recreational Roof:
None 0 out of 1 points
Driveway:
None 0 out of 1 points
Maids Room:
None 0 out of 1 points
Catering:
None 0 out of 1 points
Garage:
None 0 out of 1 points
Mixed Use:
No 0 out of 1 points
Non Rectilinear Form:
No 0 out of 1 points
Unusual Layouts:
No 0 out of 1 points
Prewar:
No 0 out of 1 points
Other Amenities:
Many 2 out of 2 points

Building Amenities

  • Concierge
  • FT Doorman
  • High-Rise
  • Post War
  • Resident Storage
  • Central AC
  • Full Service Garage
  • Intercom
  • Washer/Dryer in building
  • Elevator
  • Children's Playroom
  • Outdoor Entertainment Space
  • Courtyard
  • In-Unit Washer/Dryer
  • Bike Room
  • Live-In Superintendent
  • Terraces / Balconies

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Pros
  • Convenient midtown location
  • Colonnaded marquee
  • Attractive plaza with sculpture and curved planters
  • Doorman
  • Many balconies
  • Close to Subway
Cons
  • No health club
  • No roof deck
  • No garage
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Subways

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at Lexington Ave and 53rd 0.21 miles
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