1-bedroom apartment for rent in Turtle Bay, Manhattan
255 East 49th Street #3A
Turtle Bay, Manhattan, NY 10017
- 1 bed
- 1.5 baths
- 879 sq ft
- Elevator
- Available now
Amenities
- Concierge
- Dishwasher
- Doorman
- Elevator
- Fios available
- Hardwood floors
- Laundry in the building
- Live-in super
From the listing
Offering nearly 900 square feet of interior living space, beautifully renovated interiors, and an extraordinary private terrace, Residence 3A at Sterling Plaza delivers an exceptional combination of space, style, and outdoor living in the heart of Midtown Manhattan. Enter through a proper entry foyer into an expansive living and dining room, with generous proportions that comfortably accommodate a full living room setup and dedicated dining area. Just off the living space, the beautifully renovated galley kitchen features sleek cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, ample counter space, and an extended breakfast bar with stool seating that opens to the living area. Beyond the living room, sliding glass doors lead to the home's spectacular private terrace. Among the largest in the building, this expansive outdoor retreat offers exceptional flexibility, with ample room for an al fresco dining area, outdoor sectional, and additional seating. Whether entertaining guests, enjoying a quiet morning coffee, or unwinding at the end of the day, the terrace serves as a true extension of the home. Back inside, a hallway leads to a separate powder room and the oversized bedroom suite. The generously proportioned bedroom easily accommodates a king-sized bed alongside substantial additional furniture and features excellent closet space and a beautifully renovated en-suite bathroom with spa-inspired finishes. Throughout the residence, thoughtful renovations, hardwood flooring, and abundant closet space with custom built-ins complement the home's unusually generous proportions. With nearly 900 square feet of interior space, a full bathroom plus powder room, and an extraordinary private terrace, Residence 3A offers a level of comfort and flexibility rarely found in a Manhattan one-bedroom. Sterling Plaza is a coveted full-service condominium in Midtown East, featuring a private entrance set back from the street, a full-time doorman, live-in superintendent, and on-site laundry facilities. Ideally situated in the heart of Turtle Bay, the building is surrounded by an exceptional selection of restaurants, neighborhood cafés, shopping, and cultural destinations, with convenient access to Grand Central Terminal and multiple subway lines. Tenant Fees - First Month Rent - $5250 - Security Deposit - $5250 (REFUNDABLE) - Credit Screening - $20/ applicant - Additional Processing Fee - $200 (ONLY APPLICABLE IF MORE THAN ONE APPLICANT) - Expediting Fee - $500 (OPTIONAL) - Move-in Fee - $2000 - Move-out Fee - $2000 - Move-in Deposit - $1200 (REFUNDABLE) - Digital Submission Fee - $85
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Apartment details
Confirm current terms with the lister.
- Move-in deposit
- $1,200, required
- Move-in fee
- $2,000, required
- Rooms
- 5
- Application fee
- $20.00
- Hardwood floors
- Yes
- Security deposit
- $5,250.00
- Housing type
- condo
- Doorman
- Yes
- Dishwasher
- Yes
- Ensuite bathroom
- Yes
- Elevator
- Yes
- Private terrace
- Yes
- Available on
- 2026-10-26
- Building laundry
- Yes
- Modern kitchen
- Yes
About the building
- Built in 1985
- 171 apartments
- 32 floors
- 3 elevators
Nearest subway
Lexington Av/51-53 Sts (6,E,F)6EF
- 0.2 miles away
- Step-free access
- 2 stations within half a mile
School zones
- Elementary school
- P.S. 059 Beekman Hill International
- Middle school
- J.H.S. 104 Simon Baruch
School district 2. From the city’s school zone maps. Zones can change from year to year, so confirm with NYC Public Schools.
The city’s recent property tax bills show no registered rent-stabilized apartments in this building. Owners sometimes register late or not at all, so ask the lister if it matters to you.
Violations and inspections
- No open violations about
- Lead paint, mold, pests, heat and hot water, or leaks
- Bedbugs
- None in the owner’s 2025 filing
- Facade
- Inspected and rated safe
Renovation and building permits
- Interior renovation permits
- Most recent issued in 2026
- Building permits
- Last issued July 2026. General construction, mechanical systems, plumbing, sidewalk shed, structural, and supported scaffold in the last 5 years
How it compares
Per apartment, compared with 204 other apartments LeaseLine listed in Turtle Bay in the last 90 days.
- Open HPD violations10 open, 1 immediately hazardous
More per apartment than 73% of Turtle Bay apartments on LeaseLine.
- Heat and hot water complaintsNone in the last 12 months
None. 97% of Turtle Bay apartments on LeaseLine have none either.
- Noise complaintsNone in the last 12 months
None. 25% of Turtle Bay apartments on LeaseLine have none either.
- Buildings Department complaintsNone in the last 12 months
None. 32% of Turtle Bay apartments on LeaseLine have none either.
Public records from NYC Open Data and the MTA, as of October 15, 2026. Class C violations are immediately hazardous and class B hazardous. Subway distances are in a straight line, so the walk is a little longer. Permit dates are when the Buildings Department issued the permit, not when work was done. Records and reviews can be out of date, so confirm what matters to you with the lister.
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