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235 E 40th St Apt 40A
Listing Notes
The best River, South and Eastern views: Turnkey 2 Bedroom/2 Bath Condo with private balcony. This 40th-floor, 2-bedroom corner home delivers amazing southern and eastern views in a completely turnkey package. Located at The Vanderbilt, Residence 40A is a bright and fully renovated corner home that is completely move-in ready. The apartment offers some of the best unobstructed views in Midtownranging from the Chrysler Building and the East River all the way down to the Lower Manhattan skyline. The living area's open-concept design is framed by iconic corner views, creating a sun-drenched space that flows into a private balcony, featuring elegant wide-plank floors and a custom wood-paneled accent wall. The windowed, open kitchen has been thoughtfully redesigned with a generous breakfast bar, premium appliances, and custom cabinetry to optimize storage. Designed for privacy and comfort, the split-bedroom layout is headlined by a large primary corner suite with beautiful views, a windowed en-suite bathroom, and a large walk-in closet. The second bedroom is also spacious, showcasing eastern views, with custom closets and easy access to the second full bath. Both bathrooms include luxury additions such as heated towel racks and bidet-style fixtures. The Vanderbilt: Experience full-service luxury in this premier condominium located between 2nd and 3rd Avenues. Known for its world-class amenities and central location, The Vanderbilt offers a lifestyle of total convenience. The Health Club & Wellness: Aquatics: 70-foot indoor pool, Jacuzzi, and multiple saunas. Fitness: Fully equipped gym, weekly yoga classes, and steam showers. Sports: Squash, racquetball, and half-basketball courts. Building Conveniences: Lifestyle: Furnished residents' lounge, recreation room (ping-pong), and on-site salon/dry cleaner. Ease of Access: Private driveway for easy pick-ups/drop-offs and direct elevator access to the garage. Tech: Building Link system for instant package and delivery notifications. Whether you're commuting by train or car, the location is hard to beat: You are just a few blocks from Grand Central Terminal, giving you immediate access to the 4/5/6/7/S subways, Metro-North, and the LIRR. Driving: The building offers easy access to the FDR Drive and the Midtown Tunnel, making trips in and out of the city seamless. Note: No pets or E-bikes allowed. Contact us to schedule a showing.
Market Insights
$1462/sqft vs a nearby median of $1972/sqft.
- -26% versus the nearby median price per square foot.
- 2 price records are available for this property.
- 1,094 sqft creates a usable price-per-square-foot read.
Pricing Read
Asking price is about 43.0% below the fair value — likely to draw competing offers if it's still on market.
- Transit access+$55k +2.5%
- High-density walkability+$44k +2.0%
Property Read
The asking price per square foot is below the nearby median, which can be worth a closer comp check.
Recorded price cuts can create room for negotiation, but the latest ask still needs to be compared against true comps.
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Listing Details
- Days on market
- 25 days
- Last price change
- Down $51,000 (3.1%)
- Listed
- Apr 17, 2026
- Photos
- 16 photos
- Property type
- condos
- Status
- for sale
- Last sold
- Apr 5, 2019 · $1,285,000
Features & Amenities
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Building Facts
- Year built
- 1986
- Stories
- 41
- Total units
- 364
- Residential units
- 361
- Building area
- 6.77 ac
- Lot size
- 26,712 sqft
- Land use
- Mixed residential and commercial buildings
- Building class
- RM
From NYC public records where available.