255 E 49th St APT 9A, New York, NY, 10017
About This Home
Apartment 9A is an impeccably maintained and spacious corner one-bedroom condominium featuring a private balcony and 1.5 bathrooms in Turtle Bay's prestigious Sterling Plaza. Thoughtfully designed, the floor plan reflects a unique layout with excellent closet space, including a generously proportioned bedroom with an en suite bathroom, and three of the apartment's five closets. Double exposures from the North and West allow for excellent natural light throughout the apartment, while the North-facing window in the kitchen perfectly captures open New York City and sky views. Crown mouldings add charm to the apartment, which can be delivered furnished or vacant. Residents of Sterling Plaza enjoy the luxury of a 24-hour doorman, elevator, laundry facilities, and on-site management in a well-established 172-unit condominium built in 1985. Currently, Apartment 9A is the only one-bedroom home available for sale, highlighting both desirability and limited availability. Conveniently located near Grand Central Terminal, the United Nations, Central Park at 59th Street, Peter Detmold Park at 49th Street, and surrounded by restaurants, cafes, shopping, and public transportation. Pets are allowed for owners with board approval (no pets are allowed for renters). Kindly note that the installation of a washer/dryer may be permitted with board approval. Shown exclusively by appointment only.
Getting Around
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Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1985
Type & Style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subType: Condominium
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dishwasher
- Laundry features: Inside
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 891
- Total interior livable area: 891 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 013231039
- Special condition: Resale
Features
- Patio & porch: Other
- Exterior features: Balcony
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Heat Wave
- Inland Flooding
- Winter Weather
- Cold Wave
- Earthquake
- Hurricane
- Strong Wind
- Tsunami
How This Home’s Risks Compare
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Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $4,298 | $51,576 |
| Home Insurance * | $1,453 | $17,436 |
| Property Taxes | $502 | $6,024 |
| Electricity | $246 | $2,954 |
| Total | $6,499 | $77,988 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
New York FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
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Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
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Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-29 | Listed for sale | $850,000 |
| 2007-01-09 | Sold | $643,000 |
| 1999-08-16 | Sold | $295,000 |
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