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· Closed August 16, 2024

15 W 53RD Street #26E
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Closed For Sale Condo

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$1,116 per sq ft

15 W 53RD Street #26E

Midtown, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS10973855

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC

1

Bedroom

2.5

Baths

1,187

Sq. Ft.

1982

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 2 full, 1 half
Living Area 1,187 sq ft
Year Built 1982
Ownership Condo
HOA/Common Charges $1,714/mo
Neighborhood Midtown
Floor 26 of 52

Property Highlights

  • Views: City, Park Greenbelt
  • Exposure: North,West facing
  • Climate Control: Other

Property Details

Type Condo
Ownership Condominium
Total Rooms 4
Baths 1 Full, 1 Half
Floor 26 of 52
View City, Park Greenbelt
Exposure North,West
Cooling Other
Pets Yes
Year Built 1982
Living Area 1,187 sq ft
Structure Type HighRise
Basement Other
Parcel # 1269-1126
Block/Lot 01269/0000

Description

This high-floor residence at Museum Tower offers a luxurious living experience in the heart of Manhattan, with beautiful views of the City skyline and Central Park. The spacious 1 bedroom, 1.5 bathroom apartment spans 1,187 square feet and features elegant design elements such as 9-foot ceilings, hardwood flooring, and marble bathrooms.

With two walk-in closets, storage space is abundant, and the newly updated kitchen appliances add modern convenience. Designed by renowned architect Cesar Pelli, Museum Tower is celebrated for its architectural excellence and is complemented by world-class amenities and services.

Residents enjoy the convenience of 24-hour doorman and concierge services, optional housekeeping, valet, and laundry services. The building also boasts a recently expanded fitness center, pilates room, sauna, and a screening/media room with catering kitchen. Wine enthusiasts will appreciate the wine storage and tasting room, while business needs are met with the conference center.

The building's rooftop terrace offers a serene retreat with stunning artwork and views of the MOMA Sculpture Garden. Situated near Fifth Avenue's upscale shopping, Central Park, and cultural landmarks like Carnegie Hall and Rockefeller Center, Museum Tower provides an unparalleled lifestyle in one of New York City's most prestigious neighborhoods. Plus, pets are welcome, adding to the warmth and vibrancy of this exceptional residence.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Smoke Free Building Other

Exterior Features

Building Roof Deck

Building Amenities

Concierge Elevators Sauna Screening Room Sauna

Building Information

Total Units 246
Stories 52
Structure HighRise

Financial Details

Common Charges $1,714/mo
Original Price $1,550,000
Sale Price $1,325,000
Previous Price $1,450,000

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

3

Price Reduced

32%

Sold (30 Days)

13

Median Sale Price

$2.08M

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 3/23/26, 9:14 PM EST

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15 W 53RD Street #26E, Midtown, New York County

Floor Plans

Floor Plan
MLS® ID: RLS10973855
First Listed: 4/5/2024
On Market: 4/5/2024
Price Changed: 8/20/2024
Closed: 8/16/2024
Contract Date: 4/5/2024

Listing Courtesy of Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC - Paul Anand

Listing Contact: (212) 906-9346

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