50 UNITED NATIONS Plaza #8C, New York City, NY 10017

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Contract Purchase Price$1,995,000
Illustrative Buyer Commission Share-$29,925*
Illustrative Net Cost$1,965,075
Listing Price
$1,995,000
Common Charges$2,565 / mo
Monthly Taxes
Price per Sqft$1,762
Brokerage FeeShare Eligible
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,132
Sqft
Illustrative Buyer Savings
+$29,925*
50% of a 3% buyer-broker commission, shared at closing
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Property Overview

Positioned as a corner residence, this spacious and bright 2-Bedroom, 2-Bathroom home features top-of-the-line finishes and appliances throughout.

This prestigious luxury residence with 9' 3" ceilings features an airy, sun-drenched living room and oversized bay windows with panoramic Northern and Western city views. Highest quality finishes include solid white oak floors, Dornbracht fittings & accessories, and beautiful hardwood floors.

The generous master suite has a large north facing window with open views providing a glimpse of the United Nations sculpture garden ...

Property Details

PROPERTY TYPECondominium
BEDS2
BATHS2
ROOMS4
SQFT1,132 sqft
STORIES44
YEAR BUILT2015
PRICE PER SQFT$1,762
COMMON CHARGES$2,565 / Monthly
LISTED ONMay 9, 2026
DAYS ON MARKET132 Days
 

Residence Features

Central Air
Building Other
Washer Hookup
In Unit
Assigned
Garage
Building Roof Deck
Private Outdoor Space Under 60 Sqft
Dishwasher

Building Amenities

Sauna
Assigned
Garage

Estimated Monthly Payment

$12,653/ month
Principal & Interest$10,08880% of totalCommon Charges$2,56520% of total
Down Payment$399,000 (20%)
Interest Rate6.5%
Loan Term
Principal & Interest
$10,088
Common Charges
$2,565

Estimates only. Actual payments may vary. Confirm terms with your lender.

Sales and market data

Recent sales

18 apartments at 50 United Nations Plaza have recorded sales since September 2021, the most recent for $28,500,000 in December 2025. Prices are the figures recorded with the City, not asking prices.

Recorded sales at 50 United Nations Plaza, September 2021 – December 2025
PH42ApartmentBedroom count not recorded9,704$28,500,000$2,937/ft²December 19, 2025City record
28BApartment33,004$5,600,000$1,864/ft²November 14, 2025City record · MLS
PH41ApartmentBedroom count not recorded5,893$14,300,000$2,427/ft²October 17, 2025City record
27AApartment32,609$4,300,000$1,648/ft²September 9, 2025City record · MLS
31BApartment33,004$5,600,000$1,864/ft²March 25, 2025City record · MLS
21AApartment32,609$4,044,000$1,550/ft²July 23, 2024City record
11BApartment21,624$3,130,000$1,927/ft²July 10, 2024City record
32AApartmentBedroom count not recorded2,609$4,391,725$1,683/ft²July 1, 2024City record
34AApartment32,609$5,259,363$2,016/ft²July 27, 2023City record
25BApartment33,004$5,310,400$1,768/ft²April 5, 2023City record · MLS
33AApartment32,609$4,437,000$1,701/ft²March 2, 2023City record · MLS
31AApartment32,609$4,805,000$1,842/ft²October 26, 2022City record · MLS
34BApartment33,004$6,800,000$2,264/ft²June 9, 2022City record · MLS
8CApartment21,132$2,350,000$2,076/ft²November 18, 2021MLS
16DApartment11,147$2,600,000$2,267/ft²November 18, 2021MLS
17BApartment33,004$8,395,000$2,795/ft²November 18, 2021MLS
33AApartment32,609$5,850,000$2,242/ft²November 18, 2021MLS
15BApartment21,624$4,450,000$2,740/ft²November 18, 2021MLS

Every row is a recorded transaction, including ancillary spaces such as storage and staff rooms where they were sold separately. Those are excluded from the benchmark below.

How this price compares

This home
$1,995,000
Median sold price
$1,805,000
Difference
+$190,000 (+10.5%)
This home, $/ft²
$1,762
Median $/ft²
$1,354
Comparable sales
86
Sales from
Oct 2024 – Jul 2026

Based on condo two-bedroom sales in Turtle Bay.

More market data
Middle half of those sales
$1,500,000 – $2,198,060

This building has not had enough comparable sales of its own in the period to support a median, so the benchmark is drawn from Turtle Bay instead.

How these sales were negotiated

Sale-to-list price
94.4%
Sold below asking
81%
Typical time to find a buyer
96 days
Typical time to close
62 days

Based on condo two-bedroom sales in Turtle Bay with the required listing and closing data. Sample sizes vary by metric.

Price trend

Median price per square foot, sales at 50 United Nations Plaza

Median $/ft² by year for sales at 50 United Nations Plaza, 2017 to 2025, with the number of sales behind each year
YearMedian $/ft²Sales
2020$2,032/ft²3Thin
2021$2,267/ft²5
2023$1,768/ft²3Thin
2024$1,683/ft²3Thin
2025$1,864/ft²5
More market history
Earlier years of the same series, 2017 to 2019
YearMedian $/ft²Sales
2017$2,089/ft²13
2018$2,245/ft²7
2019$2,443/ft²6

Based on recorded sales at 50 United Nations Plaza.

Years marked "thin" rest on fewer than 5 sales, where a single unusual apartment moves the median a long way. Read those points as the small samples they are rather than as the market turning.

Sales data through July 2026.

Sale prices and dates are based on NYC ACRIS records. MLS closing dates may differ. Historical sales are not an appraisal or valuation of this property.

Price and Property History for 50 UNITED NATIONS Plaza, Unit 8C

Review the recorded listing activity for 50 UNITED NATIONS Plaza, Unit 8C, including asking-price changes and prior market dates.

Last sold
$2,350,000 on November 18, 2021
Listing and price history for 50 UNITED NATIONS Plaza, Unit 8C
DatePriceListing event
$1,995,000Listed for sale by Douglas Elliman Real Estate
$2,350,000Sold
$2,350,000Listed for sale by Zeckendorf Marketing LLC

Property Tax History

Taxes at 50 UNITED NATIONS Plaza #8C were $30,640 in 2026, down 1.3% from 2025.

New York City Department of Finance property tax history for 50 UNITED NATIONS Plaza #8C, 2015 to 2026
YearTax AssessmentLandAdditionsBillable ValueProperty TaxTax Rate
2026FY 2026/27$253,311$57,169$196,142$245,118$30,64012.5%Estimated
2025FY 2025/26$270,897$57,169$213,728$248,361$31,04512.5%Estimated
2024FY 2024/25$254,806$57,169$197,637$246,412$30,80212.5%
2023FY 2023/24$255,547$57,169$198,378$250,394$31,30412.502%
2022FY 2022/23$253,753$57,169$196,584$249,145$30,56312.267%
2021FY 2021/22$245,223$57,169$188,054$245,223$30,00312.235%
2020FY 2020/21$276,967$57,169$219,798$246,292$30,21312.267%
2019FY 2019/20$247,116$57,169$189,947$237,014$29,56312.473%
2018FY 2018/19$238,482$57,169$181,313$227,949$28,74912.612%
2017FY 2017/18$238,327$57,169$181,158$220,610$28,05912.719%
2016FY 2016/17$230,575$57,169$173,406$213,302$27,49912.892%
2015FY 2015/16$203,124$57,169$145,955$180,087$23,20112.883%

The City has not published the official FY2026/27 and FY2025/26 tax rates yet. We calculated the tax for those years using the prior year’s rate, so treat them as an estimate rather than a figure the City has adopted. Every rate without the Estimated marker is the published one.

Tax Assessment is the assessed value on the City’s roll, and it is the figure other listing sites publish. It is not what the bill is calculated on. New York phases assessment changes in gradually for some tax classes, so the City bills the Billable Value shown beside it, less any exemption the owner holds. It usually trails the assessment, and it can sit above it for a few years after an assessment falls.

Figures are the New York City Department of Finance assessment roll for tax lot 1013391116. Assessed and billable values are determined by the City for tax purposes and are not an appraisal or an estimate of market value. Tax classes and rates are set annually and can change.

About The Building

50 United Nations Plaza
Midtown East · Condominium

50 United Nations Plaza

50 United Nations Plaza, New York, NY 10017

A building in Midtown East, currently featuring 3 active listings.

YEAR BUILT2015
ACTIVE UNITS3
FLOORS44

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Available Residences

8C221,132 sqft$1,762
$1,995,000
Douglas Elliman Real EstateMay 9, 2026131 days
10A231,636 sqft$1,987
$3,250,000
Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLCJul 21, 202658 days
7-D121,147 sqft$1,386
$1,590,000(-6.5%)
Lin Pan International Realty LLCAug 7, 202641 days

In the Neighborhood

Nearby Schools

Repertory Company High School for Theatre Arts0.36 miles
Lyceum Kennedy International School0.36 miles
Rebecca School0.64 miles
The River School0.68 miles
High School of Art and Design0.77 miles

* Distances are approximate line-of-sight metrics.

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Turtle Bay

Overview of Turtle Bay

Turtle Bay is a diplomatic and residential enclave on the East Side, stretching from 43rd to 53rd Streets east of Lexington Avenue. Anchored by the United Nations, it feels international yet neighborly. For buyers eyeing Turtle Bay Manhattan real estate, the area offers a quiet retreat in the middle of it all. Living in Turtle Bay, Manhattan is sophisticated and serene. The streets are lined with diplomatic missions, consulates, and elegant pre-war buildings. As a historic Manhattan NYC neighborhood, it attracts a mix of UN employees, longtime residents, and young professionals seeking value and proximity to Midtown offices.

Real Estate & Housing Market

The inventory of homes for sale in Turtle Bay is diverse. You can find everything from white-glove co-ops on Beekman Place to more affordable post-war condos and brownstones on the side streets. The presence of the UN creates a steady rental market for diplomats, making it attractive for investors. Turtle Bay often offers better value than its neighbors to the north and south. Buyers can find spacious layouts and river views at price points that are competitive for prime Manhattan. The "Katharine Hepburn Garden" area adds a touch of historic celebrity allure.

Lifestyle & Community

The lifestyle in Turtle Bay is professional and polite. The nightlife on Second Avenue attracts a younger crowd for happy hour, but the side streets remain peaceful. The community is heavily influenced by the international corps of the UN, giving it a unique global flavor. Residents enjoy a quiet quality of life. The neighborhood has a strong sense of civic pride, evident in the Turtle Bay Association's active care for the local parks and gardens. It feels like a small village tucked behind the skyscrapers.

Transportation & Accessibility

Turtle Bay is convenient for commuters. Grand Central Terminal is within walking distance, providing access to the 4, 5, 6, 7, S trains and Metro-North. The E and M trains at Lexington/53rd offer quick east-west options. The M15 Select Bus Service on 1st and 2nd Avenues is heavily used by locals. The proximity to the FDR Drive makes leaving the city by car relatively easy compared to other parts of Midtown.

Parks, Schools & Amenities

Dag Hammarskjöld Plaza serves as the neighborhood's gathering place, hosting a greenmarket and events. The quiet Greenacre Park on 51st Street, with its 25-foot waterfall, is a hidden gem for residents seeking tranquility. Amenities include the Vanderbilt YMCA, numerous diplomatic cultural centers, and a wide array of grocery options from Whole Foods to Morton Williams. The dining scene ranges from classic steakhouses like Smith & Wollensky to varied international cuisines.

Who This Neighborhood Is Best For

Turtle Bay is best for diplomats, midtown office workers, and buyers seeking a quiet, safe, and centrally located home. It balances the convenience of Midtown with the charm of a residential community.
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