150 E 49Th St

A ten-story prewar cooperative completed in 1922, this boutique elevator building contains fewer than 50 units and preserves classic early-20th-century details while offering modernized systems. Exterior spaces center on a mature planted courtyard stretching roughly 100 feet with picnic tables and planters; the building also maintains a small garden and private outdoor patios for residents. Inside, common areas retain original character—crown moldings and beamed ceilings appear in supply corridors and many apartments—while practical updates include two elevators, video/intercom entry, centralized laundry, bike storage, and secured basement storage lockers. On-site staff includes a live-in superintendent and a weekend attendant who provide daily building operations and package handling; building-wide upgrades cited across listings include a conversion to gas heating and wiring for fiber service. Apartment configurations are primarily one- and two-bedroom layouts featuring high ceilings, hardwood floors, built-in closet systems and windowed kitchens; many units have been comprehensively renovated with modern appliances, washer/dryer installations allowed with approval, and generous built-in storage. Governance is co-op style with board approval required for pets and sublets subject to time-in-residence rules; the building’s Midtown East location places it within easy walking distance of Grand Central, multiple subway lines, Rockefeller Center and extensive retail and dining options.