Ovation Properties

New Listing · Turtle Bay, Manhattan

240 East 46th Street, Residence 5A

Offered for the first time in over twenty years — a designer-renovated, south-facing alcove studio between the United Nations and Grand Central, owned and reimagined by a high-end fashion designer.

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$495,000 Alcove Studio · 1 Bath · Approx. 425 SF · Condominium
First time offered in over 20 years
$495KList Price
$755Common Charges / Mo.
$58Assessment / Mo.
$480Taxes / Mo.

Inside #5A

  • South-facing alcove studio, mint condition
  • Sleeping alcove that takes a queen bed, with a separate living area
  • Dark-mahogany-colored hardwood oak floors
  • Custom lighting, bespoke mirrors and designer detailing
  • Windowed kitchen — Bertazzoni gas range and microwave, LG refrigerator
  • Italian lacquer-finish cabinetry, white marble flooring
  • Renovated bath in all-white marble with Kohler fixtures
  • Stainless-steel base cabinetry, porcelain sink, mirrored vanity

240 East 46th Street

  • 24-hour doorman
  • Resident manager
  • Elevator building
  • Laundry on site
  • Condominium · 100 residences · 13 stories · built 1962
  • Turtle Bay, Manhattan · 10017

Monthly Carrying Costs

  • Common charges — $755 per month
  • Temporary assessment — $58 per month, added to the base common charges
  • Property taxes — $5,764.64 per year without abatements, about $480 per month

Square footage is approximate; final measurements are set by the offering plan. Common charge, assessment and tax figures reflect the most recent amounts on record and are subject to change — confirm current figures with your attorney and the building’s managing agent prior to contract.

FIRST TIME OFFERED IN OVER 20 YEARS. A rare opportunity to own a distinctive, designer-renovated condominium in the heart of Midtown East.

This mint-condition, south-facing alcove studio owned and reimagined by a high-end fashion designer, resulting in a sophisticated Manhattan residence where custom detailing, dramatic finishes, and intelligent use of space come together beautifully.

Bathed in southern light, the residence features a thoughtfully defined sleeping alcove that comfortably accommodates a queen-size bed while preserving a separate and generous living area.

The Residence

Rich dark-mahogany-colored hardwood oak floors establish an elegant foundation throughout the home, complemented by custom lighting, bespoke mirrors, and refined designer details.

The gracious living area is currently styled with an all-white Italian leather sectional, while the separate sleeping alcove features a queen-size bed demonstrating how comfortably the residence accommodates both full-scale living and sleeping areas.

The renovated bathroom delivers a crisp, contemporary aesthetic with:

  • All-white marble finishes
  • Stainless-steel base cabinetry
  • Porcelain sink
  • Kohler fixtures
  • Hollywood-style mirrored vanity cabinetry
  • Custom lighting and detailing

Windowed Designer Kitchen

The fabulous windowed kitchen combines European styling with serious functionality and features:

  • Italian-made Bertazzoni gas range
  • Bertazzoni microwave
  • LG refrigerator
  • Italian lacquer-finish cabinetry
  • White marble flooring
  • Generous storage and preparation space

The result is a sophisticated chef-style kitchen rarely found in a Manhattan studio residence.

Full-Service Boutique Condominium

Set within an intimate boutique condominium, residents enjoy:

  • 24-hour doorman
  • Resident manager
  • Elevator
  • On-site laundry

A unique opportunity to acquire a designer-renovated Manhattan condominium that has not been available for sale in more than two decades.

Ideally positioned between the United Nations and Grand Central, the residence provides exceptional access to some of Manhattan’s most important destinations.

Grand Central Terminal and Grand Central Madison place the 4, 5, 6, 7, and Shuttle subway lines, Metro-North Railroad, and Long Island Rail Road within easy reach, while multiple nearby bus routes provide convenient local transportation.

The neighborhood is surrounded by renowned dining, shopping, and everyday conveniences, including Bloomingdale’s, Sparks Steak House, Smith & Wollensky, Morton Williams, Ermina’s, Amish Market and an extensive selection of restaurants, cafés, markets and services.

The East River waterfront, United Nations campus, and Midtown business district are also just moments away.

4 · 5 · 6 · 7 · SGrand Central – 42nd St
Long Island Rail RoadGrand Central Madison
Metro-NorthGrand Central Terminal
E · M · 651st Street
E · M · 6Lexington Av – 53rd St
E · MFifth Av – 53rd St

Map data © Google. Distances and walking times noted above are approximate.

Listing sheet — 240 East 46th Street, Residence 5A

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Listing sheet in Chinese — 240 East 46th Street, Residence 5A

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Juan Guardiola — Licensed Real Estate Broker, Ovation Properties, LLC.

Showing by appointment via scheduled open houses.

Juan Guardiola has been the dominant broker at 240 East 46th Street for nearly a decade — and knows this building from the inside, having owned and sold Residence 10E himself in 2025.