150 E 49Th St

A compact, pre-war cooperative set on a Midtown East block, this 10-story elevator building was completed in 1923 and contains primarily one- and two-bedroom homes. Architecturally traditional, interiors commonly display high beamed ceilings, original crown moldings, hardwood floors, deep foyer entries and built-in storage details that reflect the era. Individual residences range from renovated magazine-quality layouts with windowed gourmet kitchens, stone counters and in-unit washer/dryers to units retaining more classical finishes and generous room proportions. Common areas emphasize resident convenience and outdoor respite: a long planted courtyard/terrace with picnic tables, a bicycle room, central laundry, free private basement storage lockers, and a live-in superintendent with weekend attendant coverage. Building systems are modernized (gas heating conversion, video intercom, Verizon FIOS wiring) and security includes buzzer entry linked to residents’ phones. Policies are co-op governed: board approval required for pets and sublets (typically allowed after three years), pied-à-terre and guarantors are considered, and resale rules vary by unit. Situated steps from Grand Central, the building places residents within immediate access to multiple subway lines, major Midtown workplaces, grocery markets and parks. Its scale, low-rise townhouse feel on a busy avenue, and a sizeable common garden deliver a quieter, community-focused alternative to larger Manhattan towers while keeping the city’s commercial and cultural centers within easy reach.