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SOLD FOR $1,775,000

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Closed For Sale Condo

$1,775,000

$1,444 per sq ft

15 W 53RD Street #13J

Midtown, Manhattan

Museum Tower

MLS® #RLS11001840

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Serhant

1

Bedroom

2.5

Baths

1,229

Sq. Ft.

1982

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 2 full, 1 half
Living Area 1,229 sq ft
Year Built 1982
Ownership Condo
HOA/Common Charges $1,828/mo
Parking Garage
Neighborhood Midtown
Floor 13 of 52

Property Highlights

  • Views: City Lights, City, River
  • Exposure: South,West facing
  • Climate Control: Other

Property Details

Type Condo
Ownership Condominium
Total Rooms 3
Baths 1 Full, 1 Half
Floor 13 of 52
View City Lights, City, River
Exposure South,West
Cooling Other
Pets DogsOk, Yes
Year Built 1982
Living Area 1,229 sq ft
Parking Garage Available
Structure Type HighRise
Basement Other
Parcel # 1269-1038
Block/Lot 01269/1038

Description

Experience the ultimate luxury in this meticulously renovated spacious one bedroom, one and a half bath home located in the award-winning Museum Tower condominium in the heart of Manhattan. Immerse yourself in the world of art with adjacency to the Museum of Modern Art and distinguished works throughout the lobby, common spaces, and halls. The building, designed by renowned architect Cesar Pelli, represents the pinnacle of modern art and design.

This apartment is a masterpiece of modern design with custom-stained hardwood floors, ample wall space for displaying your favorite art, and custom millwork cabinetry throughout. Enjoy breathtaking views of the city through oversized windows that flood the generous South-West corner apartment with natural light.

The large living room is perfect for entertaining with a Lindsey Adelman chandelier above the dining area and custom-stained rift-cut white oak millwork cabinetry. The top-of-the-line eat-in kitchen features custom Allmilmo cabinetry imported from Germany, Luce de Luna quartzite marble countertops, and premium appliances by Miele and Liebherr.

The primary bedroom is a true oasis, featuring custom-stained rift white oak millwork and a huge custom-outfitted closet. The spa-like primary bath is wrapped in travertine marble walls, with travertine slab and tile accents, Corian cabinets, heated floor and a floating dual-sink vanity. The well-appointed powder room boasts custom Corian cabinets and a statuary white slab marble top.Washer and dryer are permitted in the apartment.

The Museum Tower offers unparalleled amenities, including 24-hour doormen, concierge, elevator attendants, valets, live-in super, housekeeping, maid, and laundry services. The building also features a bi-level fitness center with sauna, steam, and meditation rooms, screening room, business center, landscaped roof terrace with sculptures, temperature-controlled wine storage and tasting room. Located near world-class restaurants, shops,Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, Radio City, the Theater District and othercultural institutions, this property is a true gem in the heart of Midtown. Pets and pied-a-terres are allowed, and the buyer pays a 2% flip tax.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Building Other

Exterior Features

Building Courtyard Private Outdoor Space Under60 Sqft

Building Amenities

Elevators

Building Information

Building Museum Tower
Stories 52
Structure HighRise

Financial Details

Common Charges $1,828/mo
Original Price $1,750,000
Sale Price $1,775,000
Previous Price $1,750,000

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

178

Median Asking Price

$2.19M

Median $/Sqft

$1,710

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

6

Price Reduced

32%

Sold (30 Days)

13

Median Sale Price

$2.08M

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15 W 53RD Street #13J, Midtown, New York County

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MLS® ID: RLS11001840
First Listed: 8/1/2024
On Market: 8/1/2024
Price Changed: 6/6/2025
Closed: 6/5/2025
Contract Date: 8/1/2024

Listing Courtesy of Serhant - Angela Rapoport Martiak

Listing Contact: (917) 991-8758

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