Large alcove studio convertible to a Junior 1-bedroom with bright street and tree views from 18-feet of windows. The kitchen is new and the expansive bathroom has been updated. There is ample closet space in addition to several built-in bookcases/cabinets. 240 EAST 55TH STREET is a sought-after co-op doorman building, conveniently located between residential Sutton Place and the Midtown business district – a five minute jog both to Central Park and the East River Promenade. Nearby to 4/6, E/M, N/R/W lines, adjacent third-party parking facilities, and within walking distance to UN. There is FREE bike and common storage in the basement as well as a new laundry room. Doorman services Tue-Fri 4PM-12AM and Fri-Mon 8AM-12PM. Full-time Mon-Fri porter/handyman. Live-in superintendent. 75% financing permitted and NO flip tax!