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Property Description
Residence 5B is a spacious, charming pre-war condominium with two bedrooms, two windowed baths and a windowed kitchen. A wood-burning fireplace, beautiful hardwood floors, great built-ins and through-the-wall AC, the apartment also features a formal dining room/den, making this a perfect home for gracious living and entertaining. This Rosario Candela building was respectfully modernized in 2006 and offers new mechanicals but retains its old-world feel. Situated in a vibrant Midtown location, with access to the finest retail stores, restaurants, Central Park, museums, Broadway theaters and Carnegie Hall, each just moments away, the building also provides privacy with only four residences per floor. Building amenities include doorman, central laundry room and ample private storage space, with the interiors and lobby featuring the designs of Sean Johnson Decor inspired by the nearby Museum of Modern Art. Pets are welcome.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 40 W 55th St #5B
General
- Price: $2,300,000
- HOA FEE: $1,492/month
- Taxes: $19,156
- Status: Active
- Type: Apartment
- Source: REBNY
- MLS ID: RLS20053911
- Updated: 11/14/2025
- Added to Site: 100 day(s) ago
Rental Information
- Date Available: 12/15/2025
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 5
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Family/Living/Great Room
- Furnishings: Unfurnished
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Building In Basement, In Basement
Location
- County: New York
- Subdivision: Midtown Central
Community
- Pets Allowed: Yes
Structural Information
- Structure Type: High Rise
- Stories/Levels: 10
- Square Feet: 1,354
- Living Area: 1,354 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1925
- Other Struct. Feat.: Elevator(s)
Lot Features
- Property View: City
- Lot Size: 7531
- Lot Dimensions: 75.0 x 100.42
Financial Considerations
- Association Fee: $1,492
- Assoc Fee Freq.: Monthly
- Other Assoc Fees: $1,492
- Tax Amount: $19,156
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: Standard
- Property ID: 1270-1019
- Block: 1270
- Lot Number: 7501
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Schools
Schools serving 40 W 55th St #5B
School District:New York City Geographic School District 02
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Ps 111 Adolph S Ochs 440 West 53rd Street, New York, NY 10019 | PK-5 | 0.7 mi |
Middle 297 75 Morton St, New York, NY 10038 | 6- | 2.7 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 40 W 55th St #5B
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
10/10/2025
Listed
$2,300,000
15.29%
MLS
8/01/2014
Sold
$1,995,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 40 W 55th St #5B
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$19,156
3%
$153,249
3%
2024
$18,519
3%
$148,125
3%
2023
$17,953
3%
$143,599
-7%
2022
$17,380
8%
$155,009
18%
2021
$16,051
-5%
$130,847
-11%
2020
$16,950
4%
$146,445
5%
2019
$16,351
9%
$139,214
2%
2018
$15,067
8%
$136,912
-1%
2017
$13,946
9%
$138,119
16%
2016
$12,744
3%
$118,773
3%
2016
$12,389
9%
$115,207
30%
2015
$11,357
—
$88,349
1%
2013
$11,304
—
$87,788
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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40 W 55th Street #5B, New York, NY 10019 (MLS# RLS20053911) is a Apartment property with 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 40 W 55th Street #5B is currently listed for $2,300,000 and was received on October 10, 2025. Want to learn more about 40 W 55th Street #5B? Do you have questions about finding other Apartment real estate for sale in New York? You can browse all New York real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

