$11,500,000

241 E 48th St New York City, NY 10017

5 beds
5 full, 1 partial
House

Property details

About 241 E 48th St

241 East 48th Street – Endless Elegance, Historic Roots, Modern Luxury Located in prestigious Turtle Bay Gardens, a historic and exclusive enclave with a shared, manicured garden where properties rarely become available Once home to notable residents: Katherine Hepburn, Bob Dylan, Stephen Sondheim, E.B. White Approximately 5,500 SF | 20’ wide Georgian townhouse | 5 floors + finished cellar Multi-year, Landmarks-approved, level-five gut renovation—ensuring the highest standards in preservation and quality—with custom finishes from Portugal 4 Bedrooms | 5.5 Bathrooms | Elevator access to all floors Smart home and security system for enhanced convenience and peace of mind | Steel-reinforced structure ensures long-term durability and silent floors | Humidity-controlled, zoned HVAC provides personalized comfort and energy efficiency throughout the home| Steel-reinforced structure | Humidity-controlled, zoned HVAC Ground Floor: Chef’s kitchen with waterfall island, sunlit grand room with 20’ ceilings and skylight, dining area, gas fireplace, powder room Parlor Floor: Formal living room, Juliet balcony, gas fireplace, built-in library Third Floor: Two en-suite bedrooms with expansive closets, garden, and street views Fourth Floor: Full-floor primary suite with spa bath, soaking tub, shower, double vanity, walk-in closet Fifth Floor: Open loft-style suite, full bath, kitchenette, terrace overlooking private garden Cellar: Entertainment room/gym, full bath, mechanicals, laundry, ample storage Lush private garden + access to Turtle Bay’s willow-lined communal esplanade Prime Midtown East location, near cultural institutions, fine dining, UN, and East River Offered well below replacement value—estimated to save the new owner over $2 million in renovation costs—this is a true turnkey masterpiece

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
StatusActive
Year built1860
MLS #RLS20013473
FireplaceWood Burning

Summary

  • MLS Number: RLS20013473
  • MLS Name: RLS
  • Office Name: Sothebys International Realty
  • Office Phone: (212) 606-7660
  • Listing Agent: Nikki Field
  • Agent Phone: (212) 606-7669

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Nearby schools

8

P.S. 59 Beekman Hill International School

Public District KG-5

0.4 mi

231 E 56th St # 249

8

The River School

Public District PK-4

0.7 mi

425 E 35th St

9

P.S. 267 East Side Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.7 mi

213 E 63rd St

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $75,503. Residents of New York City, NY typically earn less than $<35k each year. Most families are single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is post secondary degree.

How much money do the neighbors make?

30%
<35k
26%
35k-100k
17%
100k-200k
27%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

66%
Single, No Kids
3%
Single, with Kids
20%
Married, No Kids
11%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

8%
<11 yrs old
3%
12-17 yrs old
26%
18-34 yrs old
41%
35-64 yrs old
22%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Hiking/backpackingHiking/backpacking
  • Art MuseumsArt Museums
  • Live TheatreLive Theatre

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • BloomingdalesBloomingdales
  • H&MH&M
  • Crate & BarrelCrate & Barrel

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • StarbucksStarbucks
  • Boston MarketBoston Market
  • ChipotleChipotle

What do the neighbors drive?

  • AudiAudi
  • MercedesMercedes
  • VolkswagenVolkswagen

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • AlternativeAlternative
  • NewsNews
  • Rhythmic Contemporary HitsRhythmic Contemporary Hits
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About 241 E 48th St

This home is located at 241 E 48th St in New York City, NY and zip code 10017 in the Turtle Bay neighborhood. Features: 5 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 3, 2025 and is currently priced at $11,500,000.

New York City, NY housing market in March 2025 saw over 180 listings sold above listed price, more than 763 sold at listed price and over 693 sold below. The inventory of homes for sale in New York City, NY between February and March 2025 increased by 5.1%. The median list price of listings available in March 2025 was $869,492, while the average time on the real estate market was 143 days.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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