Milton Coste

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SOLD FOR $950,000

· Closed November 13, 2025

Closed For Sale Condo

$950,000

$1,267 per sq ft

15 W 53RD Street #12H

Midtown, Manhattan

Museum Tower

MLS® #RLS20046983

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Douglas Elliman Real Estate

1

Bedroom

1

Bath

750

Sq. Ft.

1985

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Living Area 750 sq ft
Year Built 1985
Ownership Condo
HOA/Common Charges $1,105/mo
Property Taxes Contact for details
Neighborhood Midtown
Floor 12 of 52

Property Highlights

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Property Details

Type Condo
Ownership Condominium
Total Rooms 3
Baths 1 Full
Floor 12 of 52
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Pets Yes
Year Built 1985
Living Area 750 sq ft
Structure Type HighRise
Basement Other
Parcel # 1269-1029
Block/Lot 01269/1029

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Sep 8, 2025 $999,000 -
Currently May 7, 2026 $950,000 -4.9%

Description

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This serene apartment is the perfect city residence with its east-facing living room and bedroom, multiple closets, nine-foot ceilings, efficient kitchen, marble bathroom, and central air.  Washer/dryer can be installed with board approval.

With white glove service, this luxurious full-service condo offers not only a doorman but an "elevator starter" and concierge as well.   

There are two floors of amenities, including a gym, sauna, a roof terrace that overlooks the MOMA sculpture garden, media/conference rooms, business center, wine-tasting room, and storage (some nominal fees may apply). Laundry, valet, and housekeeping services are also available.   

Museum Tower is an award-winning condominium in the heart of Manhattan. It is  adjacent to  the Museum of Modern Art and just a few blocks from Central Park, Carnegie Hall, Rockefeller Center, and the elegant shops on Fifth Avenue.  

Please note: 2% Capital Contribution fee is paid by Purchaser & Real Estate Taxes reflect use as a primary residence.  

 

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Building Other

Exterior Features

Building Roof Deck Private Outdoor Space Over60 Sqft

Building Amenities

Concierge Elevators Sauna Screening Room Sauna

Appliances

Washer Dryer Allowed

Building Information

Building Museum Tower
Building Data View Compliance & Permits
Total Units 248
Stories 52
Structure HighRise

Financial Details

Common Charges $1,105/mo
RE Taxes Contact for details
Original Price $999,000
Sale Price $950,000
Previous Price $999,000

Midtown Manhattan is the city's primary commercial and transit hub, home to Grand Central Terminal, Rockefeller Center, Bryant Park, and the Empire State Building. The residential market features luxury condo towers, classic pre-war cooperatives, and postwar doorman buildings served by nearly every subway line in the system. Properties range from high-floor units with skyline panoramas to well-maintained co-ops along the tree-lined side streets east and west of Fifth Avenue.

Midtown Live Market Data

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Active Listings

203

Median Asking Price

$1.97M

Median $/Sqft

$1,694

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

4

Price Reduced

30%

Sold (30 Days)

20

Median Sale Price

$2.17M

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 5/7/26, 6:48 PM EST

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Location

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15 W 53RD Street #12H, Midtown, New York County

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Floor Plans

Floor Plan 1

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1931
Year Built
95 years old
1
Floors
M3-1
Zoning District

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $320,850
Land Value: $63,000
Exemptions: $0

Note: Individual unit taxes may differ. Verify current tax bills with NYC DOF.

Lot Area: 6,202 SF
Building Area: 6,192 SF
Built FAR: 1

Source: NYC PLUTO (Primary Land Use Tax Lot Output), NYC Department of City Planning (data.cityofnewyork.us)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about this property

The current listed common charges are $1,105 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

This property has 1 bedroom and 1 full bathroom.

The listed interior living area is 750 square feet. Verify dimensions independently during due diligence.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1985, making it approximately 41 years old.

This listing is a condominium. Buyers receive a deed to their individual unit and own their space outright, subject to condo association rules.

Pets are permitted at this property. Contact the listing broker for weight limits or breed restrictions.

At the current list price of $950,000 for 750 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $1,267. This figure is for reference only and may differ from appraised or assessed values.

To schedule a private showing, contact Milton Coste at (917) 416-7433 or [email protected]. Per REBNY guidelines effective 2025, a Buyer Representation Agreement is required before a buyer's broker can show you properties. You may attend open houses independently without one.

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(917) 416-7433
MLS® ID: RLS20046983
First Listed: 9/8/2025
On Market: 9/8/2025
Price Changed: 11/13/2025
Closed: 11/13/2025
Contract Date: 9/8/2025

Listing Courtesy of Douglas Elliman Real Estate - Ann Cutbill Lenane

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