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$5,200/mo
MLS# RLS20118453 · Turtle Bay
Listed September 30, 2026 · 26 days on the market
1 Beds 1 Baths 810 Sq.Ft.
No pets. Partially furnished rental. 1 year minimum.Large 1 bedroom, 1 bath apartment with two walk-in closets and outdoor space in Midtown East of Manhattan, New York for rent. Overlooking Turtle Bay Gardens, the unit is quiet and serene. Additionally, the 11'6" ceilings create voluminous and spacious rooms.The white-lacquered Poggenpohl chef's kitchen boasts top-of-the-line appliances including Sub-Zero refrigerator/freezer, Viking gas cooktop and oven, Viking microwave, Miele dishwasher, granite countertops, and under-cabinet lighting. The spa like bath features limestone floors and walls, custom vanity and millwork, and double Kohler vessel sink. Additional features include an in-unit washer/dryer, central heat and AC and stained white oak wood floors. The building is wired for both Verizon FIOs and Spectrum.The Alexander, centrally located on the southwest corner of East 49th Street and 2nd Avenue, offers excellent proximity to Grand Central, the United Nations, major transportation hubs, and the finest dining, shopping, entertainment, parks, and museums Manhattan has to offer. The building boasts an impressive collection of amenities, including a full-time concierge and doorman, resident manager, fitness center, lounge and a landscaped roof terrace.Note, that this apartment is an individual owner in a condominium whom wishes to lease out their unit. Therefore, a waiver from the condominium board will be necessary. This waiver could take up to 14 days upon submission of the lease and application. Please plan accordingly.

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250 E 49TH Street 3F
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The Neighborhood
Turtle Bay is covered by our Midtown East guide.
Iconic residential towers with sweeping skyline views in the heart of Manhattan's most prestigious corridor.
Walkability
9/10
Public transit
10/10
Schools
7/10
Dining
9/10
Groceries & parks
7/10
UNIS draws a global student body and offers an internationally recognized curriculum. Families also benefit from proximity to Upper East Side private schools within a short commute.
Private schools in the area include United Nations International School.