60 East 55th Street, Unit 40B
Description
On the 40TH story at Park Avenue Place, one of the areas finest condominium buildings, you exit the elevator to find only two apartments on the floor. You are immediately welcomed...Located between Park and Madison Avenues in the heart of Midtown East, this apartment is sited at the epicenter of all things New York City! Rarely does a 2 bedroom 2.5 bathroom home like this become available, with sweeping views and an abundance of light throughout the apartment, from its eastern and southern exposures.
On the 40TH story at Park Avenue Place, one of the areas finest condominium buildings, you exit the elevator to find only two apartments on the floor. You are immediately welcomed into the property by the formal center hallway which introduces you to the thoughtful layout and the elegant design aesthetic of this home.
Incorporating a split layout, you are guided either to the western side of the apartment where you will find an elaborate primary bedroom suite with large five-fixture windowed bathroom, or to the eastern wing of the home where the main living/dining area, chef’s kitchen, half bath for guests along with the secondary bedroom, also with its own ensuite bath, await you. Floor to ceiling windows in this portion of the apartment, complimented by high ceilings, enhance and frame the views from the living space and the flow of the unit makes it ideal for entertaining family, friends and business associates. The kitchen is perfect for preparing that perfect meal and large enough to enjoy a morning beverage at the breakfast bar while gazing out the south-facing window. When entertaining, the area can be closed to all with two cleverly designed pocket doors, providing a more intimate experience.
Wonderfully appointed this home features fabulous cherry wood floors throughout. The kitchen is finished with a black granite floor and counter tops and has beautiful white lacquered cabinets along with a Sub-Zero refrigerator, Miele stove top, oven and dishwasher, along with a sizable wine fridge. The luxurious ensuite bathrooms are beautifully outfitted with marble floors and soaking tubs and the half bathroom includes a Bosch washer and dryer. All of which make this apartment an ideal Primary Residence, Pied-a- Terre or Investment Property.
Park Avenue Place amenities include a 24-hour concierge, live-in super and resident access to the celebrated *Core Club which features a luxurious spa, fitness center and restaurant. (*COVID guidelines in effect)
Offered furnished (excluding a few itemized pieces, personal items - artwork could be negotiated) OR unfurnished.
Listing Agent
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lawrence.stogel@compass.comP: (212)-302-5500
Amenities
- Corner Unit
- Full-Time Doorman
- Concierge
- River Views
- City Views
- Common Outdoor Space
- Gym
- Health Club
Property Details for 60 East 55th Street, Unit 40B
| Status | Sold |
|---|---|
| Days on Market | 234 |
| Taxes | $2,727 / month |
| Common Charges | $2,000 / month |
| Min. Down Pymt | 10% |
| Total Rooms | 4.0 |
| Compass Type | Condo |
| MLS Type | Condominium |
| Year Built | 2003 |
| County | New York County |
| Buyer's Agent Compensation | 3% |
Building
Park Avenue Place
Location
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Building Information for 60 East 55th Street, Unit 40B
Payment Calculator
$17,338 per month
30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest
$12,611
$2,727
$2,000
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1Property History for 60 East 55th Street, Unit 40B
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 02/24/2026 | Temporarily Off Market Manual | — |
| 12/01/2025 | Listed (Active) Manual | $1,900,000 |
| 12/01/2025 | Temporarily Off Market Manual | — |
| 04/15/2025 | Listed (Active) Manual | $1,900,000 |
| 03/02/2025 | $2,100,000 | |
| 02/03/2025 | — | |
| 10/15/2024 | $2,100,000 | |
| 01/04/2023 | Permanently Off Market Manual | — |
| 01/04/2023 | Temporarily Off Market Manual | — |
| 12/29/2022 | Listed (Active) Manual | $2,200,000 |
| 07/05/2022 | $2,200,000 | |
| 06/30/2022 | $2,200,000 | |
| 06/22/2021 | Sold Manual | $2,300,000 |
| 06/21/2021 | $2,300,000 -0.4% / yr | |
| 04/19/2021 | Contract Signed Manual | — |
| 08/28/2020 | Listed (Active) Manual | $2,495,000 |
| 11/10/2006 | $2,443,800 |
For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 60 East 55th Street, Unit 40B
Schools near 60 East 55th Street, Unit 40B
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 | ||
Jhs 104 Simon Baruch Public6 to 8 | ||
Lower Manhattan Community Middle School 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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