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Pet friendly

Updated 5+ Days Ago

242 E 49th St #2
242 E 49th St #2, New York, NY 10017, USA

Monthly rent	$3,800Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.
Beds	1
Baths	1
Sqft	700

Monthly rent	$3,800Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.
Beds	1
Baths	1
Sqft	700

Updated 5+ Days Ago

Highlights

Pet Friendly

Closet space
Laundry room
Rooftop
Tile bathroom
Gym
Stainless steal appliances

Location

242 E 49th St #2, New York, NY 10017, USA|Midtown East

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Contact

Emmanuel Romero

(347) 359-7531

Property Overview

Offering convenient amenities such as a laundry room, gym, and rooftop access enhances the lifestyle appeal, while the presence of closet space and modern stainless steel appliances adds to overall comfort and functionality. Ideal for urban living, this property is situated in a vibrant area with easy access to public transport and nearby attractions. The well-designed tile bathroom further elevates the appeal of the living experience.

Things you’ll love

High school nearby
Fireplace
Fitness center

Great for

Wellness
Pet owners
Social life

Amenities for 242 E 49th St #2, Midtown East

Appliances

Dishwasher

Building

Cats OK	Dogs OK
Elevator	Fitness Center
Onsite Laundry

Services

Door Attendant

Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed

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About 242 E 49th St #2

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242 E 49th St #2, New York, NY 10017, USA

Sweet deal!

This listing is 32% below the median price for 1 bedroom apartments in Midtown East.

Welcome to this 1 bedroom apartment in Turtle Bay! This apartment has great closet space, natural light, tile bathroom and stainless steal appliances including dishwasher and microwave! In a doorman building with gym, elevator, rooftop and laundry room!

Property highlights

How 242 E 49th St, New York, NY 10017, USA compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby: There is a high school 0.4 miles away
Fireplace: In-unit features available
Fitness center: A gym just a few steps away
Images available: There are at least 10 photos of this address
Outdoor space: One or more rentals here have easy access to the outdoors
Walk-in closet: Rentals here may include more closet space than average

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools: The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.7 miles away

Address details

Neighborhood	Midtown East
Zip code	10017
Type	Apartment for rent

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Rent trends in Midtown East

1-bedroom apartments at 242 E 49th St #2 cost about 32% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in New York.

Median rents as of Nov 7 2026.

Midtown East

New York

A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in New York
Month	Median Rent
November 2024	$4,232
December 2024	$4,198
January 2025	$4,274
February 2025	$4,317
March 2025	$4,475
April 2025	$4,614
May 2025	$4,617
June 2025	$4,574
July 2025	$4,360
August 2025	$4,392
September 2025	$4,481
October 2025	$4,398
November 2025	$4,299
December 2025	$4,286
January 2026	$4,285
February 2026	$4,280
March 2026	$4,374
April 2026	$4,533
May 2026	$4,662
June 2026	$4,651
July 2026	$4,540
August 2026	$4,510
September 2026	$4,586
October 2026	$4,756
November 2026	$4,750

A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Midtown East
Month	Median Rent
November 2024	$4,567
December 2024	$4,650
January 2025	$4,930
February 2025	$4,987
March 2025	$4,967
April 2025	$4,985
May 2025	$5,080
June 2025	$5,046
July 2025	$5,323
August 2025	$5,303
September 2025	$5,520
October 2025	$5,075
November 2025	$4,817
December 2025	$4,774
January 2026	$4,848
February 2026	$4,893
March 2026	$4,973
April 2026	$5,305
May 2026	$5,582
June 2026	$5,665
July 2026	$5,557
August 2026	$5,529
September 2026	$5,483
October 2026	$5,583
November 2026	$5,595

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$152,000/yr

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Rent history

Check out the past listing prices for monthly rent at 242 E 49th St, New York, NY.
				Bath
	1 year ago	$34,000	5 bed	5 bath
1 Bed, 1 Bath	2 years ago	$3,800	1 bed	1 bath
5 Beds, 5 Baths	6 years ago	$25,000	5 bed	5 bath

Schools near 242 E 49th St #2

Neighborhood

Midtown East | New York, NY

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE

Lively and energetic

You’ll be in the heart of the action in this bustling and vibrant area with plenty of shopping, nightlife, and culture.

Getting around New York near 242 E 49th St #2

Walking

10/10

No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

3/10

Roads are accessible, but parking may be a challenge.

Cycling

8/10

Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

10/10

Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.

Points of interest for 242 E 49th St #2, New York

Groceries

10/10

Exceptional variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

10/10

Exceptional variety of shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

10/10

Exceptional variety of cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

10/10

Exceptional variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

8/10

At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

10/10

At least one high school within a 5-minute walk

Parks

10/10

Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk

Nightlife

10/10

Exceptional variety of bars right within a few minutes’ walk

Explore the area around 242 E 49th St #2

Morton Williams Supermarkets

908 2nd Ave

U N Gourmet Plaza

361 E 49th St

Green Gourmet Deli

982 2nd Ave

Gristede's Foods, Inc

800 3rd Ave

Amish Market

240 E 45th St

Sakura Shoji Inc

301 E 48th St

Prince Custom Tailor

316 E 49th St

Taylor Made Fur

354 E 50th St

Aaron Basha Corp

845 United Nations Plz

Uenai Couture Inc

777 3rd Ave

Remi Flower & Coffee

906 2nd Ave

Dunkin'

900 2nd Ave

Starbucks

757 3rd Ave

Relax Coffee LLC

320 E 52nd St

Pennylane Coffee

305 E 45th St

Chateau 49 Bar A Vin

924 2nd Ave

Bliss Bar & Lounge

256 E 49th St

La Cava Wine Bar

939 2nd Ave

Club Usagi

320 E 49th St

Fubar

305 E 50th St

Buttercup Bake Shop

973 2nd Ave

Organic Relief Leaf LLC

977 2nd Ave

Ess-A-Bagel

831 3rd Ave

A Y Bakery Inc

747 3rd Ave

Vitabiotics Ltd

750 3rd Ave

Park

Dag Hammarskjold Plaza

Katharine Hepburn Garden

Park

Greenacre Park

La Vera Pizzeria & Restaurant

922 2nd Ave

Nishida Shoten

302 E 49th St

Poulette Rotisserie Chicken

304 E 49th St

7th Street Burger Turtle Bay

304 E 49th St

Chateau 49 Bar A Vin

924 2nd Ave

E 49 St / 2 Av

W 42 St Pier - East Side

2 Av / E 50 St

East Harlem - South Ferry, East Harlem - South Ferry

E 50 St / 2 Av

W 42 St Pier - East Side

E 49 St / 1 Av

W 42 St Pier - East Side

E 49 St / 1 Av

W 42 St Pier - East Side

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Lexington Av / 51 St

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Lexington Avenue Local, Lexington Avenue Express, Lexington Avenue Express, Broadway Express, Broadway Local, Broadway Local

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242 E 49th St, New York, NY

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Occupied

5 Beds, 5 Baths

5 Beds

5 Baths

– sqft

$30,000

Outdoor Space • Walk-In Closets • Fireplace • Dishwasher • High Ceilings • On-Site Laundry

Listed by James McGrath MX

Days on market: 341

ZMP95973903 - Sunny, refined, and move-in ready with fresh updates to every floor, this single-family townhouse rental offers every desirable amenity. 242 East 49th Street, once home to Bob Dylan, boasts five bedrooms including a full floor master suite with a balconied bath and steam room, a stone-tiled kitchen full of top-of-the-line appliances, library and an elevator. It is a blank slate ready to accommodate any lifestyle with unique New York City outdoor spaces. In addition to a parlour floor terrace and spacious South-facing rear yard, the townhouse has private access to Turtle Bay Gardens. The exclusive oasis is akin to entering Wonderland where residents can stroll a lush lane and enjoy several Roman-inspired fountains throughout. Garden Floor:Through the main entrance you reach the stone-tiled foyer. On the left is the renovated kitchen with stone flooring and counters, mosaic backsplashes, and deluxe appliances including a 6-burner Wolf range and stainless-steel Sub-Zero refrigerator. A powder room and elevator are nearby. On your right is a spacious walk-through pantry and china cabinet leading to the formal dining room. Three tall arch-top windows drench this room in sun, while an arch-top glass door opens out to the garden. The flagstone patio is the ideal place for a summer dinner or cocktail hour. On your right, brick steps curve up to the second story terrace, creating a bi-level outdoor entertaining area. Ascend a few stone steps and swing open a low wooden gate to enter Turtle Bay Gardens. Stroll down the central path and experience the silence and relaxation of this private park. Parlour Floor:Up the stairs and through arch-top doors you reach the parlour level library. A decorative fireplace, built-in floor-to-ceiling bookshelves, and French windows combine to make this the library of any bibliophiles dreams. The rear parlour is an ideal entertaining space with soaring ceilings, a decorative fireplace, shining hardwood flooring, and a floor-to-ceiling mirror. Three sets of graceful French doors open onto the Mediterranean terrace where guests can enjoy the view of Turtle Bay Gardens, or descend curving steps to the flagstone patio and explore the Gardens firsthand. Third Floor and Fourth Floors:The rear guest bedrooms on the third and fourth floors have decorative fireplaces and walk-in closets and features such as french doors, Juliet balconies overlooking the gardens and gleaming hardwood floors. Adjoining each rear bedroom, a full bath with tub has been renovated with cream-colored marble. Another full bath is available in the hallway, with a glass shower and marble tile. The front bedrooms on these two levels enjoy an alcove, hardwood flooring, a fireplace, and three sun-drenched windows. Fifth Floor:Exit the elevator or ascend the stairs to the master suite level. The master bath is built for hours or relaxation with a Steamist steam bath sauna and Juliet balcony and a windowed dressing room with plenty of room for the most extensive wardrobe. The master bedroom has high, beamed ceilings, a decorative fireplace and three sets of French doors that open to the master terrace overlooking the garden.Cellar:Cellar includes a semi-finished space with a laundry room with side-by-side washer and dryer, a wood-paneled storage room, and a powder room. The building mechanicals are also stored on this level. All dimensions are estimates. We support Fair Housing.