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Property Description
This spacious one-bedroom apartment offers expansive city views in a serene, sought-after area. The building provides a range of excellent amenities, including a well-equipped fitness center, a rooftop deck with seating, an on-site garage, centralized laundry facilities, a full-time doorman, and a live-in superintendent. The building has recently updated its elevators and fitness center, now featuring top-of-the-line equipment, including a Peloton bike. The apartment provides impressive views of the Citicorp and Lipstick Buildings, along with a calming outlook of greenery from its west-facing exposure. The bedroom comfortably fits a king-sized bed, and the living area is large enough to accommodate living and dining furniture, along with a small office space. Recently renovated, the apartment is in superb condition, offering upgraded features such as custom California Closets, crown moldings, granite countertops in the kitchen, stainless steel appliances, polished hardwood floors, and double-glazed UV-protective windows. Pied-á-terre and co-purchasing are allowed, and pets are welcome. The location is just steps from the 6, E, and M subway lines, as well as fantastic dining options, shopping, Whole Foods, a dog park, and the peaceful Greenacre Park with its soothing waterfall!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 251 E 51st St #5B
General
- Price: $649,000
- HOA FEE: $1,418/month
- Status: Active
- Type: Apartment
- Source: REBNY
- MLS ID: RLS20011603
- Updated: 12/3/2025
- Added to Site: 299 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 3
- Furnishings: Unfurnished
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 1
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Common On Floor, Common Area
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Parking Features: Garage
Location
- County: New York
- Subdivision: Midtown East
Community
- Pets Allowed: Yes
Structural Information
- Structure Type: High Rise, Multi Family
- Stories/Levels: 20
- Year Built: 1960
- Other Struct. Feat.: Elevator(s)
Lot Features
- Lot Dimensions: 100.420000 x 150.000000
Financial Considerations
- Association Fee: $1,418
- Assoc Fee Freq.: Monthly
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: Standard
- Property ID: 1325-0024-00251-000-000005B
- Block: 1325
- Lot Number: 24
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Schools
Schools serving 251 E 51st St #5B
School District:New York City Geographic School District 02
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Ps 59 Beekman Hill International 231-249 E 56th St, New York, NY 10019 | K-4 | 0.3 mi |
Jhs 104 Simon Baruch 330 East 21st Street, New York, NY 10010 | 7-8 | 1.5 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 251 E 51st St #5B
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
6/11/2025
Price Reduced
$649,000
-7.15%
MLS
3/25/2025
Listed
$699,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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251 E 51st Street #5B, New York City, NY 10022 (MLS# RLS20011603) is a Apartment property with 1 bedroom and 1 full bathroom. 251 E 51st Street #5B is currently listed for $649,000 and was received on March 25, 2025. Want to learn more about 251 E 51st Street #5B? Do you have questions about finding other Apartment real estate for sale in New York City? You can browse all New York City real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

