241 East 48th Street
Description
Endless Elegance | Historic Roots | Modern Luxury
Available Immediately. Welcome to 241 East 48th Street, a 20’-wide bespoke Georgian townhouse offering approximately 5,500 SF of meticulously restored and modernized living space. Located in the prestigious and historic enclave of Turtle Bay Gardens, this rare offering provides private garden access and timeless elegance just moments from Midtown Manhattan.
Key Features:
- Mint Condition Gut Renovation – Multi-year,...241 East 48th Street – Turtle Bay Gardens
Endless Elegance | Historic Roots | Modern Luxury
Available Immediately. Welcome to 241 East 48th Street, a 20’-wide bespoke Georgian townhouse offering approximately 5,500 SF of meticulously restored and modernized living space. Located in the prestigious and historic enclave of Turtle Bay Gardens, this rare offering provides private garden access and timeless elegance just moments from Midtown Manhattan.
Key Features:
- Mint Condition Gut Renovation – Multi-year, level-five restoration with custom finishes imported from Portugal, seamlessly blending preservation and modern luxury.
- 4 Bedrooms | 5.5 Bathrooms | Private Elevator – Spacious and thoughtfully designed, with smart-home technology, advanced security, steel-reinforced structure, and humidity-controlled, zoned HVAC.
- Outdoor Living – Private lush garden plus access to Turtle Bay’s willow-lined communal esplanade.
- Historic Prestige – Once home to Katherine Hepburn, Bob Dylan, Stephen Sondheim, and E. B. White.
Interior Layout:
Ground Floor: Chef’s kitchen with full top-of-the-line appliance package, stunning waterfall countertop island, eat-in dining area which opens onto the sunlit Great Room with magnificent 20’ ceilings and skylight, glass-enclosed dining area that opens directly onto the garden, gas fireplace, elegant powder room.
Parlor Floor: Formal living room with soaring ceilings and a Juliet balcony that overlooks the Great Room, gas fireplace, and built-in library.
Third Floor: Two large bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms, expansive closets and serene garden/street views. Beautiful custom details throughout.
Fourth Floor: Full-floor Primary Suite featuring sunlit and expansive 5-fixture spa bath with marble soaking tub, oversized shower, double vanity, and walk-in, palatial custom closet.
Fifth Floor: Loft-style Office Suite with kitchenette, full windowed bath, and terrace with sweeping garden views
Cellar: Entertainment room/gym, full bath, mechanicals, laundry, and ample storage.
Location:
Turtle Bay is a historic East Midtown enclave known for its tree-lined streets, stately townhouses, and iconic UN presence along the East River. Just moments from Grand Central, Midtown offices, Beekman Place and the waterfront esplanades of Sutton Place, pocket parks, artisanal cafes add a touch of old New York sophistication. Turtle Bay offers residents a rare mix of international prestige and neighborhood charm — making it a true hidden gem in the heart of Manhattan.
First Month's Rent - $38,750
Security Deposit - $38,750
Listing Agents
![Julie Pham]()
P: (917)-517-8123
![Sarah Jackson]()
P: (310)-383-3854
Amenities
- Primary Ensuite
- Juliet Balcony
- Private Terrace
- Patio
- Working Fireplace
- Fireplace
- Crown Mouldings
- Decorative Mouldings
- Built-Ins
- Hardwood Floors
- High Ceilings
- Floor to Ceiling Windows
- Casement Windows
- Private Elevator
- Washer / Dryer
- Washer / Dryer in Unit
- Laundry in Building
- Central AC
- Dishwasher
- Wine Cooler
- Media / Recreation Room
- Foyer
- Powder Room
- Home Office
- Library / Den
- Dressing Area
- Total Renovation
- Renovated Kitchen and Bath
- Marble Kitchen Counter
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Windowed Kitchen
- Chef's Kitchen
- Open Kitchen
- Breakfast Nook
- Kitchenette
- Windowed Bathroom
- Marble Bathroom
- Granite Bathroom
- Double Sink Bathroom
- Northern Exposure
- Southern Exposure
- Chandeliers
- Skylight
- Walk-in Closet
- Custom Closet
- Video Intercom
- Fully Furnished
- Double Entry Bathroom
- Primary Ensuite with Separate Shower
- Primary Ensuite with Separate Tub
- Soaking Tub
- Full Basement
- Island Kitchen
- Pantry
- Home Gym
- House
- Garden
- Security System
Property Details for 241 East 48th Street
| Status | Active |
|---|---|
| Days on Market | 20 |
| Rental Incentives | No Fee |
| Costs & Fees | View breakdown |
| Available Date | 07/10/2026 |
| Lease Term | Lease Length: 12 Months, Lease Length Min/Max: 12-12 mo |
| Furnished | Fully Furnished |
| Total Rooms | 11.0 |
| Property Type | Townhouse |
| MLS Type | - |
| Year Built | 1899 |
| Lot Size | - |
| County | New York County |
Location
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Building Information for 241 East 48th Street
Property History for 241 East 48th Street
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 06/30/2026 | Listed (Active) Manual | $38,750 |
| 11/04/2025 | Rented Manual | — |
| 10/02/2025 | Price Change Manual | $38,000 |
| 09/16/2025 | Listed (Active) Manual | $40,000 |
| 08/13/2025 | $50,000 | |
| 05/13/2023 | $50,000 | |
| 05/01/2023 | $50,000 | |
| 05/31/2022 | $55,000 | |
| 05/28/2022 | — | |
| 05/23/2022 | $55,000 | |
| 03/15/2022 | $50,000 |
For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Schools near 241 East 48th Street
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 |
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