242 E 49th St New York, NY 10017
Turtle Bay NeighborhoodEstimated payment $46,663/month
Total Views
5,781
5
Beds
5.5
Baths
5,395
Sq Ft
$1,344
Price per Sq Ft
Highlights
- City View
- Wood Flooring
- No HOA
- P.S. 59 Beekman Hill International Rated A
- 7 Fireplaces
- 4-minute walk to Greenacre Park
About This Home
Move right into 242 East 49th Street, a renovated 19-foot-wide townhouse with elevator, which seamlessly blends the home’s architectural character with modern sensibilities. Built in 1899, this 5-bedroom, 5.5-bathroom home boasts approximately 5,400 square feet of interior space over five stories and features grand-scaled rooms, 7 woodburning fireplaces, stunning arched floor-to-ceiling windows, central A/C, security system, and an enchanting bi-level oversized south-facing rear garden. 242 East 49th Street is nestled in historic and coveted Turtle Bay Gardens, a private enclave of 20 homes steeped in history and boasting notable past residents including Bob Dylan, Stephen Sondheim, and E. B. White.
GARDEN FLOOR: Enter through a gated forecourt into the stone-tiled entrance foyer which flows to the kitchen and media/dining room as well as a powder room. The beautifully designed eat-in kitchen is a chef’s dream, featuring top-of-the-line appliances including a six-burner Wolf range, Sub-Zero refrigerator, custom designed cabinetry, mosaic-tiled backsplash, stone countertops, and a built-in breakfast bar. Adjacent to the kitchen is the tasteful butler’s pantry which flows into the south-facing sunlit media room with space for casual dining and complemented by a wood-burning fireplace and a wall of windows. Exit the lovely glass door to find the perfect outdoor urban oasis. The unique flagstone bi-level patio and landscaped garden is enhanced by mature trees and includes charming brick steps leading up to the parlor floor terrace. Beyond a low wooden gate, you will find additional room to stroll and relax in historic Turtle Bay Gardens, a private park accessible only to the residents of the surrounding 20 townhomes, all of whom share a common garden filled with mature trees and multiple fountains.
PARLOR FLOOR: The sun flooded grand and gracious back parlor with soaring ceilings is currently used as an elegant formal living room and dining room with a wood burning fireplace and three sets of curved floor-to-ceiling glass French doors opening to a lovely brick terrace that runs the width of the house and showcases the beauty and serenity of the backyard gardens. The front library with another wood-burning fireplace is a bibliophile’s dream, enveloped in artfully designed floor-to-ceiling built-in bookcases with a library ladder and accented by three beautiful windows.
THIRD FLOOR: On this level are two generously scaled bedrooms with hardwood floors, oversized windows, and word-burning fireplaces. The rear facing bedroom features French doors opening to a Juliet balcony overlooking the gardens and has a renovated tiled bathroom with tub ensuite. The second bedroom utilizes the adjacent renovated hall bathroom with glass stall shower.
FOURTH FLOOR: On this floor you will find two additional large bedrooms. The sunny rear third bedroom has a wood-burning fireplace and a renovated ensuite bathroom and the front fourth bedroom has a renovated bathroom with glass stall shower just across the hall.
FIFTH FLOOR: Ascend the staircase or the elevator to the top floor and you will find the full-floor sundrenched primary suite with beamed ceilings, wood-burning fireplace, and three sets of French doors opening to another south-facing private terrace. The spa-like primary bathroom boasts a Steamist steam bath sauna and a Juliet balcony and sits adjacent to a huge custom outfitted walk-in closet.
LOWER LEVEL: The semi-finished lower level houses a laundry room, half bathroom, and enviable storage space.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $74,364
Year Built
- Built in 1899
Lot Details
- 1,908 Sq Ft Lot
- South Facing Home
- Garden
Interior Spaces
- 5,395 Sq Ft Home
- 7 Fireplaces
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- French Doors
- Wood Flooring
- City Views
- Partially Finished Basement
- Laundry in Basement
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
Outdoor Features
- Juliet Balcony
- Patio
Utilities
- Central Heating and Cooling System
Listing and Financial Details
- Legal Lot and Block 0132 / 01322
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
- Turtle Bay Subdivision
- 5-Story Property
Amenities
- Community Garden
- Building Patio
Map
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $74,363 | $370,241 | $259,200 | $149,507 |
| 2023 | $74,115 | $364,936 | $181,858 | $183,078 |
| 2022 | $66,961 | $536,640 | $259,200 | $277,440 |
| 2021 | $70,517 | $576,660 | $259,200 | $317,460 |
| 2020 | $68,819 | $656,820 | $259,200 | $397,620 |
| 2019 | $64,542 | $680,100 | $259,200 | $420,900 |
| 2018 | $61,993 | $304,113 | $156,606 | $147,507 |
| 2017 | $60,066 | $294,656 | $125,571 | $169,085 |
| 2016 | $55,821 | $279,230 | $128,600 | $150,630 |
| 2015 | $33,526 | $270,936 | $156,913 | $114,023 |
| 2014 | $33,526 | $257,112 | $126,565 | $130,547 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/25/2025 02/25/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 12/05/2024 12/05/24 | For Sale | $7,250,000 | -- | $1,344 / Sq Ft |
Source: Real Estate Board of New York (REBNY)
Deed History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $4,450,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $3,465,000 | Unknown | |
| Closed | $2,450,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Similar Homes in the area
Source: Real Estate Board of New York (REBNY)
MLS Number: RLS11024112
APN: 1322-0132
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