159 W 53RD Street #17D
MLS® #RLS10953525
Listing by Douglas Elliman Real Estate
1
Bedroom
2
Baths
779
Sq. Ft.
1968
Year Built
Quick Summary
Property Highlights
- Views: City
- Exposure: South facing
- Climate Control: Wall Units
Property Details
Listing History
| Event | Date | Price | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed | Oct 16, 2023 | $935,000 | - |
| Price Reduced | May 2, 2024 | $895,000 | -4.3% |
| Currently | May 10, 2026 | $875,000 | -2.2% |
Description
High Floor 1 Bedroom/2 Brand New Bath Condominium Sponsor Apartment, No Board Approval, Views! Enter this bright, excellent condition 1 bedroom/2 bath home. The entry foyer opens to a large living/dining room and modern kitchen. The master bedroom has an en-suite bathroom. There is an additional full bath located in the hallway for added luxury and guests. Enjoy beautiful city views from the apartment's sunny, southern exposures. Additional features include custom lighting, beautiful floors, and ample closet space.
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 $83.90 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. Call us for a private showing.
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About Midtown
View All Midtown ListingsMidtown 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
View NeighborhoodActive Listings
209
Median Asking Price
$2.00M
Median $/Sqft
$1,735
Avg Days on Market
N/A
New This Week
11
Price Reduced
30%
Sold (30 Days)
19
Median Sale Price
$2.23M
Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 5/10/26, 5:26 AM EST
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159 W 53RD Street #17D, Midtown, New York County
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this property
The current listed common charges are $764 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.
The current listed annual property tax is $11,412, or roughly $951 per month. Verify the current assessment with your attorney before closing.
This property has 1 bedroom and 2 full bathrooms.
The listed interior living area is 779 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.
Pet policy requires confirmation with the listing broker. Additional notes: 35 lbs,Building Pets Allowed Comments:35 lbs
At the current list price of $875,000 for 779 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $1,123. 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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