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title: "40 West 55th Street #5A, New York City, NY 10019"
description: "40 West 55th Street #5A, New York City, NY 10019 — Midtown, New York City, NY. Listing Price $1,795,000. Price Reduced: Reduced $100,000 (5.3%) from $1,895,000 on August 24, 2026. 2 bed, 2 bath, 1,354 sqft Illustrative Buyer Commission Share of $26,925 at closing, based on a 3% buyer-broker commission."
url: "https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/buy/newyorkcity/manhattan/10019/40-west-55th-street-5a-ny-10019"
source: "Real Estate Rebate Team"
dateModified: "2026-08-24T20:06:09.551Z"
status: "Active"
---

# 40 West 55th Street #5A, New York City, NY 10019

Midtown, New York City, NY

Courtesy of Douglas Elliman Real Estate

Last updated: August 24, 2026, 4:06 PM

## At a Glance

- **Listing Price**: $1,795,000
- **Price Reduced**: Reduced $100,000 (5.3%) from $1,895,000 on August 24, 2026
- **Beds**: 2
- **Baths**: 2
- **Sqft**: 1,354
- **Common Charges**: $1,544 / mo
- **Price per Sqft**: $1,326
- **Brokerage Fee**: Share Eligible

## The Private Brokerage Advantage

As an independent luxury buyer representative, Régis shares 50% of the buyer-side commission he actually receives on your purchase. Eligible buyers receive that Buyer Commission Share directly at closing to offset closing costs, down payments, or renovations. The figures below are illustrative, based on a **3% buyer-broker commission**; your share follows the commission offered on the transaction.

- **Contract Purchase Price**: $1,795,000
- **Illustrative Buyer Commission Share**: -$26,925*
- **Illustrative Net Cost**: $1,768,075

*Illustrative Buyer Savings of $26,925 — 50% of a 3% buyer-broker commission, shared at closing.*

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## Property Overview

Welcome to Apt 5A at 40 West 55th Street, located in the heart of Midtown Manhattan. This charming prewar condominium features 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, thoughtfully laid out over 1,354 square feet. The apartment is situated on the 5th floor of the boutique building, which was originally built in 1925 and converted in 2006, offering a blend of historic elegance and modern living. Designed by esteemed architect Rosario Candela, the building stands at 10 stories with a total of 35 unique units and only four units per floor, ensuring a more private and intimate atmosphere.

  Entering the unit, you are greeted by an entry foyer that leads into a spacious living room with high ceilings, perfect for relaxation or entertaining. The living room features a wood-burning fireplace and offers serene views facing North over 55th Street. The formal dining room is an excellent multifunctional space that can easily fulfill the role of a den or even a possible third bedroom.

  The windowed kitchen benefits from abundant natural light coming from the West and features ample storage, catering to all your culinary needs. Both bedrooms are generously sized, providing comfortable relaxation zones, while the windowed bathrooms allow for natural light and ventilation.

  Key unit features include hardwood floors, thru wall air conditioning, substantial closet space, and prewar construction elements that add character to this charming apartment. The building amenities enhance your living experience, providing a doorman, elevator access, a garden, and a roof deck that offers stunning views of the surrounding skyline. The pet-friendly policy permits residents to enjoy their furry companions.

  This central location makes it easy to access all major transportation options, including the F, B, D, E, N, Q, R, and W subway lines, providing unmatched convenience. Residents are just a few blocks away from Central Park, the Museum of Modern Art (MOMA), premier Fifth Avenue shopping, and the vibrant theater district. With a focus on community and accessibility, this property is a prime choice for those seeking a comfortable and sophisticated lifestyle in New York City. The building has a 24 hour attended lobby and a central laundry room.

## Property Details

- **Property Type**: Condominium
- **Beds**: 2
- **Baths**: 2
- **Rooms**: 5
- **Sqft**: 1,354 sqft
- **Stories**: 10
- **Year Built**: 1924
- **Price per Sqft**: $1,326
- **Common Charges**: $1,544 / Monthly
- **Listed On**: May 13, 2026
- **Days on Market**: 129 Days

### Residence Features

- Building Other

## Estimated Monthly Payment

**$10,620 / month**, assuming a 20% down payment ($359,000), a 6.5% interest rate and a 30-year term. The page's calculator lets a buyer change all three.

- **Principal & Interest**: $9,076
- **Common Charges**: $1,544

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

## Sales and market data

### Recent sales

12 apartments at 40 West 55th Street have recorded sales since September 2021, the most recent for $1,399,000 in March 2026. Prices are the figures recorded with the City, not asking prices.

| Unit | Beds | Sq Ft | Sold Price | $/ft² | Sold | Source |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| 4D (Apartment) | 2 | 1,070 | $1,399,000 | $1,307/ft² | March 18, 2026 | City record · MLS |
| PHS (Apartment) | — | 1,069 | $1,500,000 | $1,403/ft² | October 15, 2025 | City record |
| 6D (Apartment) | 2 | 1,070 | $1,360,000 | $1,271/ft² | March 5, 2025 | City record · MLS |
| 1-E (Apartment) | 2 | 1,070 | $1,090,000 | $1,019/ft² | December 9, 2024 | City record · MLS |
| 5D (Apartment) | 2 | 1,070 | $1,200,000 | $1,121/ft² | July 10, 2024 | City record · MLS |
| 4D (Apartment) | 2 | 1,070 | $1,140,000 | $1,065/ft² | May 17, 2024 | City record |
| 8D (Apartment) | 2 | 1,070 | $1,240,000 | $1,159/ft² | May 15, 2024 | City record |
| 2B (Apartment) | 2 | 1,354 | $2,020,000 | $1,492/ft² | May 13, 2024 | City record · MLS |
| 7C (Apartment) | 2 | 1,070 | $1,350,000 | $1,262/ft² | October 24, 2023 | City record · MLS |
| 7B (Apartment) | 2 | 1,354 | $2,100,000 | $1,551/ft² | July 6, 2023 | City record · MLS |
| 3B (Apartment) | 2 | 1,354 | $1,775,000 | $1,311/ft² | January 21, 2022 | City record |
| 8B (Apartment) | 2 | 1,354 | $1,850,000 | $1,366/ft² | October 8, 2021 | City record · MLS |

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**: $1,795,000
- **Median sold price**: $1,360,000
- **Difference**: +$435,000 (+32%)
- **This home, $/ft²**: $1,326
- **Median $/ft²**: $1,271
- **Comparable sales**: 11
- **Sales from**: October 2021 – March 2026
- **Middle half of those sales**: $1,220,000 – $1,812,500

Based on two-bedroom sales at 40 West 55TH Street.

### How these sales were negotiated

- **Sale-to-list price**: 96.8% (8 sales)
- **Sold below asking**: 75% (8 sales)
- **Typical time to find a buyer**: 64 days (8 sales)
- **Typical time to close**: 42 days (8 sales)

Based on two-bedroom sales at 40 West 55TH Street with the required listing and closing data. Sample sizes vary by metric.

These are two separate periods measured on different clocks — time to find a buyer, and time from agreed deal to closing. They are medians of different sets of sales and do not add together into a single "days on market" figure.

### Price trend

Median sale price, condo and house two-bedroom sales in Midtown

| Year | Median sold price | Sales |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 2017 | $2,050,000 | 32 |
| 2018 | $2,815,000 | 31 |
| 2019 | $2,192,400 | 24 |
| 2020 | $3,900,000 | 22 |
| 2021 | $1,727,500 | 44 |
| 2022 | $1,700,000 | 27 |
| 2023 | $2,125,000 | 26 |
| 2024 | $2,010,000 | 48 |
| 2025 | $2,100,000 | 41 |
| 2026 YTD | $3,494,215 | 35 |

Based on recorded condo and house two-bedroom sales in Midtown. 2026 is year-to-date.

Sales data through March 2026.

Sale prices are the consideration recorded with the City in ACRIS, and each sale is dated by the day the City recorded it. A closing date reported to the MLS typically falls one to two weeks earlier. Recorded sales describe what has already happened and are not an appraisal, a valuation, or an estimate of what this home will sell for.

[See every recorded sale at 40 West 55TH Street](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/buildings/new-york-city/manhattan/40-west-55th-street)

## Price and Property History for 40 West 55TH Street, Unit 5A

Review the recorded listing activity for 40 West 55TH Street, Unit 5A, including asking-price changes and prior market dates.

- **Latest price change**: Reduced by $100,000, or 5.3%, on August 24, 2026
- **Originally listed**: May 13, 2026 at $1,975,000
- **Current asking price**: $1,795,000

| Date | Price | Listing event |
| --- | --- | --- |
| August 24, 2026 | $1,795,000 | Asking price reduced by $100,000, or 5.3% |
| August 14, 2026 | $1,895,000 | Listing removed from the market |
| August 12, 2026 | $1,895,000 | Listing removed from the market |
| June 23, 2026 | $1,895,000 | Asking price reduced by $80,000, or 4.1% |
| May 13, 2026 | $1,975,000 | Listed for sale by Douglas Elliman Real Estate |

## Property Tax History

Taxes at 40 West 55th Street #5A were $18,773 in 2026, down 2.0% from 2025.

| Year | Tax Assessment | Land | Additions | Billable Value | Property Tax | Tax Rate |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| 2026 (FY 2026/27) | $150,187 | $84,132 | $66,055 | $150,187 | $18,773 | 12.5% (estimated) |
| 2025 (FY 2025/26) | $172,067 | $84,132 | $87,935 | $153,249 | $19,156 | 12.5% (estimated) |
| 2024 (FY 2024/25) | $161,840 | $84,132 | $77,708 | $148,125 | $18,516 | 12.5% |
| 2023 (FY 2023/24) | $157,985 | $84,132 | $73,853 | $143,599 | $17,953 | 12.502% |
| 2022 (FY 2022/23) | $155,009 | $84,132 | $70,877 | $141,683 | $17,380 | 12.267% |
| 2021 (FY 2021/22) | $130,847 | $84,132 | $46,715 | $130,847 | $16,009 | 12.235% |
| 2020 (FY 2020/21) | $146,445 | $84,132 | $62,313 | $135,890 | $16,670 | 12.267% |
| 2019 (FY 2019/20) | $139,214 | $84,132 | $55,082 | $129,644 | $16,170 | 12.473% |
| 2018 (FY 2018/19) | $136,912 | $84,132 | $52,780 | $119,469 | $15,067 | 12.612% |
| 2017 (FY 2017/18) | $138,119 | $84,132 | $53,987 | $109,644 | $13,946 | 12.719% |
| 2016 (FY 2016/17) | $118,773 | $84,132 | $34,641 | $98,851 | $12,744 | 12.892% |
| 2015 (FY 2015/16) | $115,207 | $84,132 | $31,075 | $96,163 | $12,389 | 12.883% |
| 2014 (FY 2014/15) | $88,349 | $84,132 | $4,217 | $92,269 | $11,861 | 12.855% |
| 2013 (FY 2013/14) | $87,788 | $84,132 | $3,656 | $95,494 | $12,553 | 13.145% |
| 2012 (FY 2012/13) | $84,152 | $84,132 | $20 | $99,841 | $13,160 | 13.181% |
| 2011 (FY 2011/12) | $105,323 | $84,132 | $21,191 | $104,319 | $14,013 | 13.433% |
| 2010 (FY 2010/11) | $95,749 | $84,132 | $11,617 | $103,670 | $13,843 | 13.353% |

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 1012701018. 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.

[How we source and calculate NYC property tax data](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/nyc-property-tax-data-methodology)

## About The Building

### 40 West 55th Street

Midtown · Condominium

40 West 55th Street, New York, NY 10019

A building in Midtown, currently featuring 1 active listing.

- **Year Built**: 1924
- **Active Units**: 1
- **Floors**: 10

[View the building page](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/buildings/new-york-city/manhattan/40-west-55th-street)

### Available Residences — For Sale (2)

| Unit | Beds | Baths | Size | Price / Ft² | Price | Listing Office | Listed Date | Days on Market |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| [5A](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/buy/newyorkcity/manhattan/10019/40-west-55th-street-5a-ny-10019) | 2 | 2 | 1,354 sqft | $1,326 | $1,795,000 (-5.3%) | Douglas Elliman Real Estate | May 13, 2026 | 128 days |
| [4B](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/new-developments/newyorkcity/manhattan/10019/40-west-55th-street-b-4B-ny-10019) | 2 | 2 | 1,354 sqft | $1,477 | $1,999,999 (-7.0%) — In contract | Serhant | Apr 9, 2026 | 162 days |

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## Related Links

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