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250 East 40th Street

The Highpoint,
250 East 40th Street

Doorman condo located in Murray Hill, at The Southwest corner of Second Avenue

250 East 40th Street Location Map
  • Apartments For Sale (4) $1,233 Avg. price/ft2
  • For Rent (1)
  • Recent Sales (20) $1,185 Avg. price/ft2
  • All Units in Building (234)
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Overview of The Highpoint at 250 East 40th Street

The Highpoint at 250 East 40th Street is a 48 story condominium tower completed in 1988 in Murray Hill, developed by East/West Venture (Haseko) and designed by Wechsler, Grasso, Menziuso P.C. This slender tower contains 234 condominium apartments and sits on the southwest corner of Second Avenue, strategically positioned near the cluster of high rises around the Manhattan entrance to the Queens-Midtown Tunnel. The building's location places residents just blocks from Grand Central Terminal and the United Nations, offering exceptional connectivity to transportation and Midtown amenities.

Architecturally, The Highpoint stands out with its distinctive spindly design featuring corner windows flanked by white stone accents for most of its height. The building's clever design places pier accents near, but not at, the corners, creating visual interest and character. The tower sets back at upper floors to accommodate balconies before culminating in two balcony less top floors, creating what one reviewer described as a syncopated rhythm reminiscent of a pin striped suited figure. The building is setback in a small corner plaza, enhancing its street presence.

Every apartment features private balconies, a rare amenity that sets The Highpoint apart from many Manhattan buildings. Units showcase spacious rooms with hardwood floors (including bamboo and red oak options), walls of windows offering open city and East River views, and many have been extensively renovated. Common upgrades include windowed chef's kitchens with custom cabinetry, granite and quartzite countertops, and state-of-the-art appliances from brands like Sub-Zero, Wolf, Miele, and Viking. Apartments typically feature marble bathrooms, walk in closets, and in-unit washer/dryer in many units. Layout options range from one bedroom units with long foyers and pass through kitchens to expansive three bedroom residences with great rooms exceeding 30 feet in length.

The building offers comprehensive full service amenities including 24 hour doorman and concierge service with a live-in superintendent. The health club features a 40 foot swimming pool, cardio equipment, weight training facilities, Jacuzzi, sauna, steam room, and locker rooms. Additional amenities include a children's playroom, landscaped courtyard with waterfall, bicycle storage, common storage room, and laundry facilities. The pet friendly building allows most dog breeds and welcomes investors, making it attractive to a diverse range of residents seeking luxury living in one of Murray Hill's premier addresses.

Year Built
1988
Apartments
234
Floors
49
Pets: Allowed
Neighborhood
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20%
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Amenities

  • Concierge
  • FT Doorman
  • High-Rise
  • Post War
  • Resident Storage
  • Central AC
  • Health Club
  • Pool
  • Washer/Dryer in building
  • Elevator
  • Children's Playroom
  • Fitness Center
  • Outdoor Entertainment Space
  • Courtyard
  • Laundry Room
  • Bike Room
  • Live-In Superintendent
  • Terraces / Balconies
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Nearby Subways

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  2. 5
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  4. 7
at 3rd Ave and 42nd 0.24 miles

Pros & Cons

  • Full service building with 24 hour doorman, concierge and live-in superintendent
  • In unit washer/dryer in many units
  • Private balconies in almost all apartments
  • City and East River views
  • Fitness center with cardio and weight training, and 40 foot swimming pool
  • Jacuzzi, sauna and steam room
  • Landscaped courtyard with waterfall
  • Children's playroom
  • Bicycle storage
  • Pet friendly
  • Common storage room
  • Not far from the United Nations
  • Distinctive architecture with corner windows and white stone accents
  • Second Avenue traffic noise
  • No roof deck
  • Dense cluster of high rises nearby

CityRealty Rating

26
/44
Architecture
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26
/36
Location
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17
/39
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8
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  • How is the CityRealty Rating calculated?

    Architecture
    • 30+ remarkable
    • 20-29 distinguished
    • 11-19 average
    • < 11 below average
    Location
    • 27+ remarkable
    • 18-26 distinguished
    • 9-17 average
    • < 9 below average
    Features
    • 22+ remarkable
    • 16-21 distinguished
    • 9-15 average
    • < 9 below average

Broker & Buyer Comments

This "well-situated" Midtown residence offers "prime convenience" just "two blocks from Grand Central," featuring an "impeccably staffed" lobby with "attentive" 24-hour doorman service. Residents praise the "comprehensive" amenity package, including a "spacious" health club complete with swimming pool and "state-of-the-art" cardio equipment. The "central location" provides easy access to "multitude of shopping and dining options," while the "quiet parks" nearby offer welcome respite from city bustle.

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