255 East 49th Street, Unit 14D

Sterling Plaza
Midtown East

$2,000,000
Price
3
Beds
1,700 Sq. Ft.
$1,176 / Sq. Ft.
1,700
Sq. Ft.
$1,176
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Introducing a Douglas Elliman Exclusive by The Vanderploeg Team: Only 3 Bedroom Condo under $2 Million in Midtown East! Skyline Drama, Sunlight, and Space-Three-Bedroom Condo with Wraparound Terrace at The Sterling Plaza Welcome to Residence 14D, one of the building's rare three-bedroom wrapped in glass and bathed in southern and eastern light. From the moment you enter, the city unfolds before you. A gracious foyer opens to an expansive L-shaped living and dining room where floor-to-ceiling windows...Introducing a Douglas Elliman Exclusive by The Vanderploeg Team: Only 3 Bedroom Condo under $2 Million in Midtown East! Skyline Drama, Sunlight, and Space-Three-Bedroom Condo with Wraparound Terrace at The Sterling Plaza Welcome to Residence 14D, one of the building's rare three-bedroom wrapped in glass and bathed in southern and eastern light. From the moment you enter, the city unfolds before you. A gracious foyer opens to an expansive L-shaped living and dining room where floor-to-ceiling windows frame sweeping skyline vistas-including the Chrysler Building-and draw you toward a large wraparound balcony. Morning coffee, sunset wine, even your houseplants will thrive here. The renovated windowed kitchen is a chef's delight, featuring a breakfast bar, Caesarstone counters, custom cabinetry, and top-tier appliances-Sub-Zero refrigerator, Viking range, KitchenAid dishwasher-plus a water filtration system. The thoughtful split-bedroom layout offers privacy and versatility. The first bedroom suite, with its own full bath and built-in shelving, is perfect for guests, a library, or a home office. Down a sunlit hallway, the second bedroom sits opposite a marble full bath, while the oversized primary suite offers room for a California king, generous closets, and a private en-suite bath. Two dedicated workstations make remote work effortless. With six closets, hardwood floors, electric blinds, and through-wall A/C, every detail supports both comfort and style. Sterling Plaza is a full-service, pet-friendly condominium with 24-hour doorman, live-in super, bike room, storage, landscaped courtyard, and laundry room. The building is near 6, E, M subway lines, M49 and M15 buses, and the FDR Drive.  
  1. Listed by George W Vanderploeg • Douglas Elliman Real Estate
    P: (917)-301-0158 C: (917)-301-0158 gvanderploeg@elliman.com
  2. Listed by Karan Chopra • Douglas Elliman Real Estate
    P: (917)-513-5877 C: (917)-513-5877 karan.chopra@elliman.com

Property Details for 255 East 49th Street, Unit 14D

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LISTING UPDATED: 12/18/2025 10:02 AM

Property Details for 255 East 49th Street, Unit 14D

StatusActive
MLS IDRLS20042282
Days on Market134
Taxes$2,107 / month
Common Charges$2,370 / month
Min. Down Pymt-
Total Rooms5.5
Compass TypeCondo
MLS TypeCondo
Year Built1985
CountyNew York County

Building

Sterling Plaza

172 Units32 StoriesBuilt in 1985

Location

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Building Information for 255 East 49th Street, Unit 14D

Building/ComplexSterling PlazaFloor14Stories32Residences172Pet PolicyAllowedPet Policy DetailsPets AllowedYear Built1985Building AgePost-war

Payment Calculator

$14,360 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$9,883

Property Taxes

$2,107

Maintenance/Common Charges

$2,370

The Payment Calculator is for illustrative purposes only.

Property Information for 255 East 49th Street, Unit 14D

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Subdivision Name: Turtle Bay
  • Stories Total: 33
  • Exposures: East, South
  • Garage Spaces: 0.0
  • View: Yes
  • Zoning Description: C1-9
Taxes and HOA
  • Tax Lot: 1066
  • Tax Deduction Percent: .00%
  • Tax Block: 01323
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Flip Tax: $0
  • Building Tax Lot: 7501
  • Tax Monthly Amount: 2107.0
  • Tax Abatement YN: false
Parking
  • Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces Assigned YN: false
Property
Lot Information
  • Living Area: 1700.0
  • Living Area Units: SquareFeet
  • Building Name: Sterling Plaza
Building Information
  • Building Features: BikeStorage, Concierge
  • Landmark Status YN: false
  • Building Laundry Features: InBasement
  • Building Pets Allowed: BuildingYes
  • Building Pets Allowed Comments: Owners Only
  • Capital Reserves YN: false
  • Green Building YN: false
Property and Assessments
  • New Development: No
  • Sponsor Unit: No
  • Certificate Of Occupancy: Yes
  • Percent Of Common Elements: .00%
  • Common Interest: Condominium
  • Number Of Shares: 0
  • New Construction: No
  • Structure Type: WalkUp
  • Property Condition: Good
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Basement: Other
  • Exterior Features: Balcony
  • Patio And Porch Features: None
Interior Features
  • Cooling: VariesByUnit
  • Entry Level: 14
  • Fireplace Features: Gas
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Floor Number: 14
  • Basement: No
  • Cooling: Yes
  • ElevatorsTotal: 2
Multi Family
Multi-Family Information
  • Number Of Units Total: 172
Rental
Rental Information
  • Pets Allowed: UnitYes
  • Attendance Type: DoormanFullTime, ConciergeFullTime
  • Land Lease: No
  • Pets Allowed Comments: Owners Only

Property History for 255 East 49th Street, Unit 14D

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciationLink
Sep 1, 2025

Permanently Off Market

Manual

——
Aug 12, 2025

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS20042282

$2,000,000—
May 30, 2025

Price Change

Manual

$2,125,000——
Apr 30, 2025

Permanently Off Market

RLS RESO #RLS11009159

$2,300,000—
Apr 10, 2025

Listed (Active)

Manual

$2,250,000——
Apr 1, 2025

Temporarily Off Market

RLS RESO #RLS11009159

—
Nov 3, 2024

Price Change

RLS RESO #RLS11009159

$2,335,000—
Sep 13, 2024

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS11009159

$2,350,000—
Sep 11, 2024

Permanently Off Market

RLS RESO #RLS10969127

$2,450,000—
Mar 7, 2024

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS10969127

$2,450,000—
Feb 12, 2024

Permanently Off Market

RLS RESO #RLS10933422

$2,550,000—
Jun 7, 2023

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS10933422

$2,550,000—
Mar 24, 2014

Sold

RLS RESO #RLS10086214

$2,160,000—
Mar 24, 2014

Sold (Public Record)

ACRIS #2014032700160003

$2,160,000

+10.4% / yr

Nov 14, 2013

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS10086214

$2,075,000—
Jan 18, 2012

Sold

RealPlus #f754d8ae56ab1a346610a7351245e7773caed25a

$1,740,000——
Jan 18, 2012

Sold (Public Record)

ACRIS #2012012000934001

$1,740,000—
Oct 10, 2011

Contract Signed

RealPlus #f754d8ae56ab1a346610a7351245e7773caed25a

$1,850,000——
Jul 15, 2011

Listed (Active)

RealPlus #f754d8ae56ab1a346610a7351245e7773caed25a

$1,850,000——
Feb 1, 2010

Permanently Off Market

RealPlus #fa4fb7a30e69091f576f7222252611a2a0f1714a

$1,950,000——
Jul 31, 2009

Temporarily Off Market

RealPlus #fa4fb7a30e69091f576f7222252611a2a0f1714a

$1,950,000——
Sep 19, 2008

Temporarily Off Market

RealPlus #fa4fb7a30e69091f576f7222252611a2a0f1714a

$1,950,000——
Apr 3, 2008

Listed (Active)

RealPlus #fa4fb7a30e69091f576f7222252611a2a0f1714a

$1,950,000——
DateEvent & SourcePrice
09/01/2025

Permanently Off Market

Manual

—
08/12/2025

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS20042282

$2,000,000
05/30/2025

Price Change

Manual

$2,125,000
04/30/2025

Permanently Off Market

RLS RESO #RLS11009159

$2,300,000
04/10/2025

Listed (Active)

Manual

$2,250,000
04/01/2025

Temporarily Off Market

RLS RESO #RLS11009159

—
11/03/2024

Price Change

RLS RESO #RLS11009159

$2,335,000
09/13/2024

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS11009159

$2,350,000
09/11/2024

Permanently Off Market

RLS RESO #RLS10969127

$2,450,000
03/07/2024

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS10969127

$2,450,000
02/12/2024

Permanently Off Market

RLS RESO #RLS10933422

$2,550,000
06/07/2023

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS10933422

$2,550,000
03/24/2014

Sold

RLS RESO #RLS10086214

$2,160,000
03/24/2014

Sold (Public Record)

ACRIS #2014032700160003

$2,160,000

+10.4% / yr

11/14/2013

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS10086214

$2,075,000
01/18/2012

Sold

RealPlus #f754d8ae56ab1a346610a7351245e7773caed25a

$1,740,000
01/18/2012

Sold (Public Record)

ACRIS #2012012000934001

$1,740,000
10/10/2011

Contract Signed

RealPlus #f754d8ae56ab1a346610a7351245e7773caed25a

$1,850,000
07/15/2011

Listed (Active)

RealPlus #f754d8ae56ab1a346610a7351245e7773caed25a

$1,850,000
02/01/2010

Permanently Off Market

RealPlus #fa4fb7a30e69091f576f7222252611a2a0f1714a

$1,950,000
07/31/2009

Temporarily Off Market

RealPlus #fa4fb7a30e69091f576f7222252611a2a0f1714a

$1,950,000
09/19/2008

Temporarily Off Market

RealPlus #fa4fb7a30e69091f576f7222252611a2a0f1714a

$1,950,000
04/03/2008

Listed (Active)

RealPlus #fa4fb7a30e69091f576f7222252611a2a0f1714a

$1,950,000

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

Public Records for 255 East 49th Street, Unit 14D

Taxable ValueLand$24,266Additions$246,526Total$270,792
Tax Record2025$29,757 ($2,480 / month) Tax Class2Tax Rate12.5%
Home Facts
Total Finished SqFt1,288 SqFtLot Size0 SqFtYear Built1985ZoningC1-9APN1013231066

Schools near 255 East 49th Street, Unit 14D

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

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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More information about 255 East 49th Street, Unit 14D, Midtown East

255 East 49th Street, Unit 14D is a condo for sale in Midtown East. This property was listed for sale on August 12, 2025 by Douglas Elliman Real Estate, it's currently listed at $2,000,000. It has been on the market for a total of 134 days and was last sold on March 24, 2014. 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. 255 East 49th Street, Unit 14D is a 3-bed, 3-bath, 1,700 sqft condo built in 1985.

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