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159 W 53RD Street #14C
Closed For Sale Condo

$695,000

$1,180 per sq ft

159 W 53RD Street #14C

Midtown, Manhattan

Tower 53

MLS® #RLS11031033

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Douglas Elliman Real Estate

1

Bedroom

1

Bath

589

Sq. Ft.

1968

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Living Area 589 sq ft
Year Built 1968
Ownership Condo
HOA/Common Charges $624/mo
Property Taxes Contact for details
Parking Garage
Neighborhood Midtown
Floor 14 of 37

Property Highlights

  • Views: City
  • Exposure: South facing
  • Outdoor Space: None, Balcony

Property Details

Type Condo
Ownership Condominium
Total Rooms 3
Baths 1 Full
Floor 14 of 37
View City
Exposure South
Cooling Wall Units
Pets Yes
Year Built 1968
Living Area 589 sq ft
Parking Garage Available
Structure Type HighRise
Basement Other
Parcel # 1006-1021
Block/Lot 01006/0000

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Jan 27, 2025 $695,000 -
Currently May 8, 2026 $695,000 -

Description

SPONSOR UNIT, NO BOARD APPROVAL !

Apt 14C is a bright south facing, high floor, 1 bed/1bath condominium in the heart of midtown with fabulous open city views! The kitchen has modern, brand-new appliances and the bathroom is newly renovated. There is ample closet space throughout. Completing the apartment is a balcony, located off the living room, and is perfect for enjoying fresh air any time of day!

Best of all, this is a sponsor unit, no board approval is required!

159 West 53rd Street is a post-war, full-service condominium with a full-time doorman and concierge. Amenities include a recently renovated lobby, roof deck with panoramic views of Central Park, a parking garage, and laundry room. Note there is a fuel charge of $66.78 per month. Gas and electric are included in the common charges. Live in the heart of midtown and enjoy the best of everything; shopping, gourmet restaurants and the MOMA while living moments from all major subway and bus lines. Pets are welcome.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Dining Area Building Other

Exterior Features

Balcony Building Roof Deck Private Outdoor Space Over60 Sqft None Balcony

Building Amenities

Concierge Elevators

Appliances

Washer Dryer Allowed

Building Information

Building Tower 53
Building Data View Compliance & Permits
Total Units 208
Stories 37
Structure HighRise

Financial Details

Common Charges $624/mo
RE Taxes Contact for details
Sale Price $695,000

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, 9:25 PM EST

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Location

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159 W 53RD Street #14C, Midtown, New York County

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1918
Year Built
108 years old
2
Floors
M3-1
Zoning District
Condominiums

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $7,265,700
Land Value: $1,134,900
Exemptions: $7,265,700

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

Lot Area: 100,875 SF
Building Area: 119,937 SF
Built FAR: 1.19

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 $624 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 589 square feet. Verify dimensions independently during due diligence.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1968, making it approximately 58 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: 35 lbs,Building Pets Allowed Comments:35 lbs. Contact the listing broker for weight limits or breed restrictions.

At the current list price of $695,000 for 589 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $1,180. 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: RLS11031033
First Listed: 1/27/2025
On Market: 1/27/2025
Closed: 6/13/2025
Contract Date: 1/27/2025

Listing Courtesy of Douglas Elliman Real Estate - Daniela Kunen

Listing Contact: (212) 891-7611

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