Luxury Pre-War Condo Rental on Fifth Avenue Moments from Central Park
Welcome to Apartment 5L at 1255 Fifth Avenue, a spacious 620
sq. ft. one-bedroom, one-bathroom home in a historic pre-war condominium built in 1925 on Museum Mile. This residence offers dramatic 12-foot ceilings, creating a true loft-style atmosphere with an abundance of natural light through south-facing windows.
The apartment features hardwood floors, a renovated windowed kitchen with full-size stainless steel appliances (including dishwasher), and a newly updated bathroom. A generous entry foyer and ample closet space add functionality and charm.
Building Amenities:
- Full-service building with 24-hour doorman, concierge, and live-in resident manager
- Roof deck with city views, fitness center, bicycle storage
- Laundry room on every floor
- Pet-friendly policy
Location Highlights:
Situated directly across from Central Park and steps from Museum Mile, this prime Fifth Avenue address offers easy access to cultural landmarks, dining, and shopping. Convenient transportation options include the 2/3 express subway at Central Park North and multiple Fifth Avenue bus lines, making commuting to Midtown or Downtown effortless.
Rental Details:
Available for immediate occupancy. Contact us today to schedule a private showing.
Fees:
- Application fee $750
- Credit report fee: $100 per applicant
- Move in fee: $1,000
- Move in deposit refundable fee: $500
- Move out fee: $1,000
- Move out deposit: $500
Apartment for rent
$3,900/mo
1255 5th Ave APT 5L, New York, NY 10029
1beds
620sqft
Price may not include required fees and charges.
Apartment
Available Sat Nov 15 2025
Cats, dogs OK
-- A/C
Shared laundry
-- Parking
-- Heating
What's special
Classic pre-war detailsFlooded with natural lightSouth-facing windowsBeam ceilingsGenerous entry foyerAmple closet spaceRenovated windowed kitchen
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Travel times
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Open house
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher
- Laundry: Shared
Features
- Elevator
- Flooring: Hardwood
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 620 sqft
Property
Parking
- Details: Contact manager
Features
- Exterior features: Bicycle storage, Broker Exclusive, Fios Available, Live In Super, Nyc Evacuation 4, Package Receiving, Roofdeck
Details
- Parcel number: 016131042
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Apartment
- Property subtype: Apartment
Building
Management
- Pets allowed: Yes
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Fitness Center, Gated
HOA
- Amenities included: Fitness Center
Location
- Region: New York
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: Contact For Details
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/10/2025 | Price change | $3,900-2.5%$6/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals | ||
| 11/4/2025 | Price change | $4,000-7%$6/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals | ||
| 10/24/2025 | Listed for rent | $4,300+79.2%$7/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals | ||
| 8/4/2021 | Sold | $640,000-0.8%$1,032/sqft |
Source: Public Record | ||
| 5/4/2021 | Pending sale | $645,000$1,040/sqft |
Source: StreetEasy #20742479 | ||

