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SOLD FOR $999,000

· Closed January 30, 2025

15 W 53RD Street #14E
Closed For Sale Condo

$999,000

$856 per sq ft

15 W 53RD Street #14E

Midtown, Manhattan

Museum Tower

MLS® #RLS11003905

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Douglas Elliman Real Estate

1

Bedroom

1.5

Baths

1,167

Sq. Ft.

1985

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 2 full, 1 half
Living Area 1,167 sq ft
Year Built 1985
Ownership Condo
HOA/Common Charges $1,685/mo
Property Taxes Contact for details
Neighborhood Midtown
Floor 14 of 52

Property Highlights

  • Views: City
  • Exposure: West facing

Property Details

Type Condo
Ownership Condominium
Total Rooms 3
Baths 1 Full, 1 Half
Floor 14 of 52
View City
Exposure West
Pets Yes
Year Built 1985
Living Area 1,167 sq ft
Structure Type HighRise
Basement Other
Parcel # 1269-1042
Block/Lot 01269/1042

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Aug 27, 2024 $1,200,000 -
Price Reduced Jan 30, 2025 $1,095,000 -8.8%
Currently May 8, 2026 $999,000 -8.8%

Description

Located in the world-renowned Museum Tower Condominium, this one bedroom, 1.5 bath is a spacious 1,167 square feet.

In addition to a guest closet, the entry foyer contains a powder room and large walk-in storage closet. Beautiful hard wood floors are throughout. Crown moldings surround the 9 Ft. ceilings in each room. A newly renovated kitchen, fitted closets in the bedroom and a walk-in closet in the dressing area complete this BEST VALUE in Museum Tower.

Included in the sale is the furniture, 2 wall mounted TV's, dishes, glassware, flatware, and cookware, Excluded are personal items, art and accessories.

A must see for a turnkey primary residence or pied-a-terre'. 2% Capital Contribution is paid by buyer and submitted with the Board Package. Museum Tower is a top tier Condominium known for the prime Midtown location next to The Museum of Modern Art.

Amenities include a full time concierge, doorman, fitness center, media room, laundry, valet service, bike room, roof deck and video security, W/D allowed.

Pets are welcome.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Building Other

Exterior Features

Building Roof Deck

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 $1,685/mo
RE Taxes Contact for details
Original Price $1,200,000
Sale Price $999,000
Previous Price $1,095,000

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

3

Price Reduced

30%

Sold (30 Days)

20

Median Sale Price

$2.17M

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 5/7/26, 10:58 PM EST

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Location

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15 W 53RD Street #14E, Midtown, New York County

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 $1,685 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

This property has 1 bedroom and 1 full bathroom and 1 half bathroom.

The listed interior living area is 1,167 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 $999,000 for 1,167 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $856. 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: RLS11003905
First Listed: 8/27/2024
On Market: 8/27/2024
Price Changed: 1/30/2025
Closed: 1/30/2025
Contract Date: 8/27/2024

Listing Courtesy of Douglas Elliman Real Estate - Christine Ponz

Listing Contact: (212) 891-7000

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