242 East 49th Street

242 E 49th St
Midtown East

$7,250,000
Price
5
Beds
5
Baths
1
1/2 Bath
5,395 Sq. Ft.
$1,344 / Sq. Ft.
5,395
Sq. Ft.
$1,344
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Move right into 242 East 49th Street, a renovated 19-foot-wide townhouse with elevator, which seamlessly blends the home’s architectural character with modern sensibilities. Built in 1899, this 5-bedroom, 5.5-bathroom home boasts approximately 5,400 square feet of interior space over five stories and features grand-scaled rooms, 7 woodburning fireplaces, stunning arched floor-to-ceiling windows, central A/C, security system, and an enchanting bi-level oversized south-facing rear garden. 242 East...Move right into 242 East 49th Street, a renovated 19-foot-wide townhouse with elevator, which seamlessly blends the home’s architectural character with modern sensibilities. Built in 1899, this 5-bedroom, 5.5-bathroom home boasts approximately 5,400 square feet of interior space over five stories and features grand-scaled rooms, 7 woodburning fireplaces, stunning arched floor-to-ceiling windows, central A/C, security system, and an enchanting bi-level oversized south-facing rear garden. 242 East 49th Street is nestled in historic and coveted Turtle Bay Gardens, a private enclave of 20 homes steeped in history and boasting notable past residents including Bob Dylan, Stephen Sondheim, and E. B. White. GARDEN FLOOR: Enter through a gated forecourt into the stone-tiled entrance foyer which flows to the kitchen and media/dining room as well as a powder room. The beautifully designed eat-in kitchen is a chef’s dream, featuring top-of-the-line appliances including a six-burner Wolf range, Sub-Zero refrigerator, custom designed cabinetry, mosaic-tiled backsplash, stone countertops, and a built-in breakfast bar. Adjacent to the kitchen is the tasteful butler’s pantry which flows into the south-facing sunlit media room with space for casual dining and complemented by a wood-burning fireplace and a wall of windows. Exit the lovely glass door to find the perfect outdoor urban oasis. The unique flagstone bi-level patio and landscaped garden is enhanced by mature trees and includes charming brick steps leading up to the parlor floor terrace. Beyond a low wooden gate, you will find additional room to stroll and relax in historic Turtle Bay Gardens, a private park accessible only to the residents of the surrounding 20 townhomes, all of whom share a common garden filled with mature trees and multiple fountains. PARLOR FLOOR: The sun flooded grand and gracious back parlor with soaring ceilings is currently used as an elegant formal living room and dining room with a wood burning fireplace and three sets of curved floor-to-ceiling glass French doors opening to a lovely brick terrace that runs the width of the house and showcases the beauty and serenity of the backyard gardens. The front library with another wood-burning fireplace is a bibliophile’s dream, enveloped in artfully designed floor-to-ceiling built-in bookcases with a library ladder and accented by three beautiful windows. THIRD FLOOR: On this level are two generously scaled bedrooms with hardwood floors, oversized windows, and word-burning fireplaces. The rear facing bedroom features French doors opening to a Juliet balcony overlooking the gardens and has a renovated tiled bathroom with tub ensuite. The second bedroom utilizes the adjacent renovated hall bathroom with glass stall shower. FOURTH FLOOR: On this floor you will find two additional large bedrooms. The sunny rear third bedroom has a wood-burning fireplace and a renovated ensuite bathroom and the front fourth bedroom has a renovated bathroom with glass stall shower just across the hall. FIFTH FLOOR: Ascend the staircase or the elevator to the top floor and you will find the full-floor sundrenched primary suite with beamed ceilings, wood-burning fireplace, and three sets of French doors opening to another south-facing private terrace. The spa-like primary bathroom boasts a Steamist steam bath sauna and a Juliet balcony and sits adjacent to a huge custom outfitted walk-in closet. LOWER LEVEL: The semi-finished lower level houses a laundry room, half bathroom, and enviable storage space.

Property Details for 242 East 49th Street

Zoning
R8B
View
City, Garden, Skyline, ParkGreenbelt
LISTING UPDATED: 12/05/2024 03:46 PM

Property Details for 242 East 49th Street

StatusActive
MLS IDPRCH-37027737
Days on Market7
Taxes$6,197 / month
Maintenance-
Min. Down Pymt10%
Total Rooms9.0
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeHouse/Building
Year Built1899
Lot Size1,908 SF / 19' x 100'
CountyNew York County

Building

242 E 49th St

1 Units4 StoriesBuilt in 1899

Building Information for 242 East 49th Street

Stories4Year Built1899Building Size19' x 48'Building Sq. Ft3,648 SFLot Size1,908 SF / 19' x 100'Building AgePre-warBuilding TypeTownhouse

Property Information for 242 East 49th Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Subdivision Name: Turtle Bay
  • Stories Total: 5
  • Direction Faces: South
  • Exposures: North, South
  • Garage Spaces: 0.0
Taxes and HOA
  • Tax Lot: 0132
  • Tax Block: 01322
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Building Tax Lot: 0132
  • Tax Abatement YN: false
Parking
  • Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces Assigned YN: false
Property
Lot Information
  • Living Area: 5395.0
  • Building Area Total: 0.0
  • Building Area Units: SquareFeet
  • Lot Features: Garden
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 19.0 x 100.42
  • Living Area Units: SquareFeet
Building Information
  • Landmark Status YN: true
  • Building Exterior Features: Garden, Balcony
  • Building Laundry Features: InBasement
  • Building Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Building Pets Allowed: BuildingYes
Property and Assessments
  • New Development: No
  • Sponsor Unit: No
  • Certificate Of Occupancy: Yes
  • Common Interest: None
  • Current Use: SingleFamily
  • New Construction: No
  • Structure Type: Townhouse
  • Property Condition: Excellent
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Basement: PartiallyFinished
  • Exterior Features: Garden, Balcony, JulietBalcony
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Spa: No
Interior Features
  • Cooling: CentralAir
  • Fireplace Features: WoodBurning
  • Fireplaces Total: 7
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Furnished: Unfurnished
  • Heating: Central
  • Interior Features: Elevator
  • Basement: Yes
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Door Features: FrenchDoors
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry Features: InBasement
  • Bathroom Condition: Excellent
  • ElevatorsTotal: 1
  • Size Dimensions: 0
Multi Family
Multi-Family Information
  • Number Of Units Total: 1
Rental
Rental Information
  • Pets Allowed: UnitYes
  • Delivered Vacant: Yes
  • Attendance Type: None
  • Owner Pays: None
  • Renting Allowed: Yes

Property History for 242 East 49th Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciationLink
DateEvent & SourcePrice

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Public Records for 242 East 49th Street

Taxable ValueLand$259,200Additions$175,560Total$434,760
Home Facts
Total Finished SqFt5,395 SqFtLot Size1,908 SqFtYear Built1899ZoningR8BAPN1013220132

Schools near 242 East 49th Street

This home is within New York City Geographic District # 2.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
P.S. 59 Beekman Hill International
Public - PK to 5
Nyc Lab Ms For Collaborative Studies
Public - 6 to 8
Lower Manhattan Community Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Jhs 104 Simon Baruch
Public - 6 to 8
Rating
School
Distance
P.S. 59 Beekman Hill International
PublicPK to 5

Nyc Lab Ms For Collaborative Studies
Public6 to 8

Lower Manhattan Community Middle School
Public6 to 8

Jhs 104 Simon Baruch
Public6 to 8

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242 East 49th Street is a single family home for sale in Midtown East. This property was listed for sale on December 5, 2024 by Sothebys International Realty, it's currently listed at $7,250,000. This listing's school district is New York City Geographic District # 2. Nearby schools include P.S. 59 Beekman Hill International, Nyc Lab Ms For Collaborative Studies and Lower Manhattan Community Middle School. 242 East 49th Street is a 5-bed, 5.5-bath, 5,395 sqft single family home built in 1899.

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