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SOLD FOR $1,225,000

· Closed September 24, 2024

15 W 53RD Street #18H
Closed For Sale Condo

$1,225,000

$1,649 per sq ft

15 W 53RD Street #18H

Midtown, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS10975832

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC

1

Bedroom

1.5

Baths

743

Sq. Ft.

1982

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 2 full, 1 half
Living Area 743 sq ft
Year Built 1982
Ownership Condo
HOA/Common Charges $1,074/mo
Property Taxes $15,360/yr
Neighborhood Midtown
Floor 18 of 52

Property Highlights

  • Views: City
  • Exposure: East facing
  • Climate Control: Other

Property Details

Type Condo
Ownership Condominium
Total Rooms 3
Baths 1 Full, 1 Half
Floor 18 of 52
View City
Exposure East
Cooling Other
Pets Yes
Year Built 1982
Living Area 743 sq ft
Structure Type HighRise
Basement Other
Parcel # 1269-1077
Block/Lot 01269/1077

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Oct 3, 2023 $1,350,000 -
Price Reduced Sep 25, 2024 $1,295,000 -4.1%
Currently May 8, 2026 $1,225,000 -5.4%

Description

No detail has been overlooked in this exceptional one bedroom jewel, located in the award-winning Museum Tower Condominium. Totally renovated with the utmost attention to detail, (including the addition of a powder room!), this elegant home features 743 square feet, expertly-crafted fitted closets and built-in desks, top-of-the-line appliances, engineered oak wood flooring, and remote-controlled HVAC units and window shades. The large, East-facing windows gracefully frame exciting views of the City skyline and the MOMA Sculpture Garden.

The Museum Tower Condominium offers 24-hour front door and concierge attendants, as well as elevator starters. A fabulous gym with sauna, a lovely roof terrace, media and conference rooms, business center, wine-tasting room and complimentary storage are all on the premises! Laundry, valet and housekeeping services are also available. This world-renowned building is adjacent to the Museum of Modern Art and close to Central Park, Carnegie Hall, Rockefeller Center and the elegant shops on Fifth and Madison Avenues. 2% Capital Contribution is paid by Purchaser.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Smoke Free Building Other

Exterior Features

Building Roof Deck

Building Amenities

Concierge Elevators Sauna Screening Room Sauna

Building Information

Building Data View Compliance & Permits
Total Units 246
Stories 52
Structure HighRise

Financial Details

Common Charges $1,074/mo
RE Taxes $15,360/yr ($1,280/mo)
Original Price $1,350,000
Sale Price $1,225,000
Previous Price $1,295,000

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 5/8/26, 2:12 AM EST

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Location

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15 W 53RD Street #18H, 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 $1,074 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

The current listed annual property tax is $15,360, or roughly $1,280 per month. Verify the current assessment with your attorney before closing.

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

The listed interior living area is 743 square feet. Verify dimensions independently during due diligence.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1982, making it approximately 44 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 $1,225,000 for 743 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $1,649. 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: RLS10975832
First Listed: 10/3/2023
On Market: 10/3/2023
Price Changed: 9/25/2024
Closed: 9/24/2024
Contract Date: 10/3/2023

Listing Courtesy of Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC - Linda DeLuca

Listing Contact: (212) 906-9208

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