245 East 52nd Street

$3,999,000
Price
8
Beds
5,940 Sq. Ft.
$673 / Sq. Ft.
5,940
Sq. Ft.
$673
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Welcome to 245 East 52nd Street, a distinguished six-story, 5,940 square foot two-family townhouse located in the vibrant heart of Midtown East, nestled on a tranquil block between 2nd and 3rd Avenue. This prime location offers convenient walking access to Grand Central Terminal, The Museum of Modern Art (MoMA), and the United Nations Headquarters.
Each elegant triplex unit boasts 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, private outdoor spaces, and the convenience of elevator access to each floor. The upper unit
...Welcome to 245 East 52nd Street, a distinguished six-story, 5,940 square foot two-family townhouse located in the vibrant heart of Midtown East, nestled on a tranquil block between 2nd and 3rd Avenue. This prime location offers convenient walking access to Grand Central Terminal, The Museum of Modern Art (MoMA), and the United Nations Headquarters.

Each elegant triplex unit boasts 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, private outdoor spaces, and the convenience of elevator access to each floor. The upper unit enjoys exclusive access to a south-facing open roof terrace, bathed in abundant sunlight. Meanwhile, the lower unit offers a private backyard and patio for outdoor enjoyment. This meticulously maintained building features updated systems and a beautifully restored white stucco façade. Inside, you'll find period details such as charming ceiling medallions, refinished hardwood floors, and decorative fireplaces with original marble mantels.

This property offers versatile options: it can serve as a primary residence or pied-à-terre while generating rental income from the additional unit. Alternatively, both triplexes can be rented immediately, either unfurnished or fully furnished for short-term stays, maximizing your rental income potential.
Convenient transportation options include access to the E, M, and 6 trains, as well as the Metro-North, making commuting a breeze. At just $654 per square foot, this property presents an outstanding investment opportunity.

Amenities

  • Private Yard
  • Private Roof Deck
  • Common Roof Deck
  • Common Garden
  • Common Outdoor Space
  • Decorative Fireplace
  • Crown Mouldings
  • Decorative Mouldings

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Property Details for 245 East 52nd Street

StatusActive
Days on Market58
Taxes$6,458 / month
Maintenance-
Min. Down Pymt-
Total Rooms14.0
Compass TypeTownhouse
MLS Type-
Year Built1930
Lot Size1,500 SF / 15' x 100'
CountyNew York County
Buyer's Agent Compensation2.25%

Building

245 E 52nd St

2 Units6 StoriesBuilt in 1930

Location

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Building Information for 245 East 52nd Street

Stories6Residences2Year Built1930Building Size15' x 60'Building Sq. Ft5,400 SFLot Size1,500 SF / 15' x 100'Building AgePre-warBuilding TypeTownhouse

Payment Calculator

$26,218 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$19,760

Property Taxes

$6,458

Maintenance/Common Charges

$0

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Property History for 245 East 52nd Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciationLink
Nov 12, 2025

Price Change

Manual

$3,999,000
Oct 7, 2025

Listed (Active)

Manual

$3,885,000
Aug 8, 2025

Listed (Active)

Manual

$3,995,000
Aug 1, 2025

Permanently Off Market

RLS RESO #RLS20023104

$4,399,000
Aug 1, 2025

Permanently Off Market

RLS RESO #RLS20040387

$4,399,000
May 4, 2025

Permanently Off Market

Manual

Mar 17, 2025

Price Change

Manual

$4,399,500
Jan 10, 2025

Listed (Active)

Manual

$3,995,000
Nov 5, 2024

Permanently Off Market

Manual

Aug 19, 2024

Listed (Active)

Manual

$4,499,000
Aug 19, 2024

Permanently Off Market

RLS RESO #RLS10987510

$4,545,000
Jul 12, 2024

Permanently Off Market

RLS RESO #RLS10985006

$4,545,000
Dec 9, 2023

Permanently Off Market

RLS RESO #RLS10921300

$5,499,000
Dec 6, 2023

Permanently Off Market

RLS RESO #RLS10920690

$5,499,000
Nov 9, 2023

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS10920690

$5,499,000
Nov 9, 2023

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS10921300

$5,499,000
Oct 26, 2023

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS10985006

$4,999,000
Oct 26, 2023

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS20040387

$4,399,000
Oct 26, 2023

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS10987510

$4,545,000
Oct 26, 2023

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS20023104

$4,399,000
Sep 11, 2023

Permanently Off Market

Manual

$5,999,999
Sep 6, 2023

Price Change

Manual

$5,999,999
Jul 10, 2023

Price Change

Manual

$6,999,000
May 18, 2023

Listed (Active)

Manual

$7,700,000
Nov 4, 2013

Sold

RLS RESO #RLS10408766

Oct 29, 2013

Sold (Public Record)

ACRIS #2013103001258001

$4,875,000
Jun 25, 2013

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS10408766

$5,450,000
Apr 1, 2013

Permanently Off Market

RLS #CORC-2255702

Mar 6, 2013

Temporarily Off Market

RLS #CORC-2255702

Mar 1, 2013

Permanently Off Market

RLS #CORC-2255702

$5,250,000
Mar 1, 2013

Permanently Off Market

RLS RESO #RLS10344697

$5,250,000
Jan 15, 2013

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS10344697

$5,250,000
May 10, 2010

Permanently Off Market

RealPlus #f3c378e55fcbbd5f36f9bd57be1cadebe7672013

$3,550,000
Feb 8, 2010

Temporarily Off Market

RealPlus #f3c378e55fcbbd5f36f9bd57be1cadebe7672013

$3,550,000
Jan 22, 2010

Listed (Active)

RealPlus #f3c378e55fcbbd5f36f9bd57be1cadebe7672013

$3,550,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/12/2025

Price Change

Manual

$3,999,000
10/07/2025

Listed (Active)

Manual

$3,885,000
08/08/2025

Listed (Active)

Manual

$3,995,000
08/01/2025

Permanently Off Market

RLS RESO #RLS20023104

$4,399,000
08/01/2025

Permanently Off Market

RLS RESO #RLS20040387

$4,399,000
05/04/2025

Permanently Off Market

Manual

03/17/2025

Price Change

Manual

$4,399,500
01/10/2025

Listed (Active)

Manual

$3,995,000
11/05/2024

Permanently Off Market

Manual

08/19/2024

Listed (Active)

Manual

$4,499,000
08/19/2024

Permanently Off Market

RLS RESO #RLS10987510

$4,545,000
07/12/2024

Permanently Off Market

RLS RESO #RLS10985006

$4,545,000
12/09/2023

Permanently Off Market

RLS RESO #RLS10921300

$5,499,000
12/06/2023

Permanently Off Market

RLS RESO #RLS10920690

$5,499,000
11/09/2023

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS10920690

$5,499,000
11/09/2023

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS10921300

$5,499,000
10/26/2023

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS10985006

$4,999,000
10/26/2023

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS20040387

$4,399,000
10/26/2023

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS10987510

$4,545,000
10/26/2023

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS20023104

$4,399,000
09/11/2023

Permanently Off Market

Manual

$5,999,999
09/06/2023

Price Change

Manual

$5,999,999
07/10/2023

Price Change

Manual

$6,999,000
05/18/2023

Listed (Active)

Manual

$7,700,000
11/04/2013

Sold

RLS RESO #RLS10408766

10/29/2013

Sold (Public Record)

ACRIS #2013103001258001

$4,875,000
06/25/2013

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS10408766

$5,450,000
04/01/2013

Permanently Off Market

RLS #CORC-2255702

03/06/2013

Temporarily Off Market

RLS #CORC-2255702

03/01/2013

Permanently Off Market

RLS #CORC-2255702

$5,250,000
03/01/2013

Permanently Off Market

RLS RESO #RLS10344697

$5,250,000
01/15/2013

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS10344697

$5,250,000
05/10/2010

Permanently Off Market

RealPlus #f3c378e55fcbbd5f36f9bd57be1cadebe7672013

$3,550,000
02/08/2010

Temporarily Off Market

RealPlus #f3c378e55fcbbd5f36f9bd57be1cadebe7672013

$3,550,000
01/22/2010

Listed (Active)

RealPlus #f3c378e55fcbbd5f36f9bd57be1cadebe7672013

$3,550,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 245 East 52nd Street

Taxable ValueLand$270,540Additions$243,360Total$513,900
Tax Record2025$73,119 ($6,093 / month) Tax Class1Tax Rate20.085%
Home Facts
Total Finished SqFt4,919 SqFtLot Size1,500 SqFtYear Built1930ZoningR8BAPN1013260118

Schools near 245 East 52nd Street

This home is within New York City Geographic District # 2.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 6 to 8
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

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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245 East 52nd Street is a townhouse for sale in Midtown East. This property was listed for sale on October 7, 2025 by Compass, it's currently listed at $3,999,000. It has been on the market for a total of 58 days and was last sold on November 4, 2013. 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. 245 East 52nd Street is a 8-bed, 6-bath, 5,940 sqft townhouse built in 1930.

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