250 E 40Th St

The Highpoint is a late-1980s full-service condominium high-rise in Midtown Manhattan. Rising roughly 48 stories and completed in 1988, the tower contains a small number of relatively large units (studios, one-bedrooms and three-bedrooms) across its floors, giving the property a less dense, residential feel compared with typical midtown mega-towers. Architecturally it favors the practical, postmodern residential slab aesthetic of its era, with regular banks of windows and private balconies on many homes. Interiors range from original-condition units with efficient galley kitchens and abundant closet space to architect-renovated residences featuring high-end millwork, hardwood floors and updated stone or Caesarstone counters. Common areas include a staffed 24-hour doorman and concierge, live-in superintendent, a landscaped courtyard and shared storage and bike rooms. Wellness and recreation are extensive: a large health club with cardio and weight rooms, a 40-foot indoor lap pool, steam room, sauna, and Jacuzzi, plus a children’s playroom and laundry facilities. Outdoor and private outdoor spaces vary by unit, with some residences offering balconies and river or city views. The building is pet-friendly with size limitations and allows pied-à-terres and board-approved subletting. Located near the Murray Hill/Turtle Bay border, it sits steps from Grand Central Terminal, multiple subway lines, commuter rail, grocery markets and a broad selection of restaurants and neighborhood services.