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· Closed September 27, 2018

159 W 53rd Street #17A
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159 W 53rd Street #17A

Midtown West, Manhattan

Tower 53

MLS® #RLS10438374

RLS at REBNY

Listing by The Corcoran Group

1

Bedroom

1

Bath

498

Sq. Ft.

1968

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Living Area 498 sq ft
Year Built 1968
Ownership Condo
HOA/Common Charges $657/mo
Property Taxes $6,684/yr
Neighborhood Midtown West
Floor 17 of 37

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: East,North facing
  • Climate Control: Other

Property Details

Type Condo
Ownership Condominium
Total Rooms 2
Baths 1 Full
Floor 17 of 37
Exposure East,North
Cooling Other
Pets Yes
Cross Street 6 1/2 AVENUE and 7 AVENUE
Year Built 1968
Living Area 498 sq ft
Parcel # 1006-1042

Description

Elegantly appointed Jr. 1 bedroom in Tower 53 condominium. The unit has beautiful hardwood floors, abundant closet space, windowed sleeping area and bathroom, and city views. Located in the heart of midtown with Central Park, Radio City Music Hall, Broadway theaters, and Carnegie Hall at your doorstep; Tower 53 is a post-war, full service condominium with a full-time doorman and concierge. Amenities include a roof deck with panoramic views of Central Park, onsite garage and laundry room. Note there is a monthly fuel charge of $52.38 per month. Gas and electric are included in the common charges. Dogs under 35lbs are allowed.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed Common Area

Building Information

Building Tower 53
Total Units 208
Stories 37

Financial Details

Common Charges $657/mo
RE Taxes $6,684/yr ($557/mo)
Original Price $710,000
Sale Price $655,000
Previous Price $674,500

Midtown West is a centrally located Manhattan neighborhood known for its proximity to Times Square, Broadway, and the Hudson River. The area features varied housing stock. From historic pre-war cooperatives to modern luxury condominiums, the area offers a sophisticated urban lifestyle with easy access to the city's world-class dining, shopping, and cultural institutions.

Midtown West Live Market Data

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Active Listings

32

Median Asking Price

$795K

Median $/Sqft

$1,405

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

0

Price Reduced

19%

Sold (30 Days)

4

Median Sale Price

$1.73M

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159 W 53rd Street #17A, Midtown West, New York County • Near 6 1/2 AVENUE and 7 AVENUE

Floor Plans

Floor Plan
MLS® ID: RLS10438374
First Listed: 6/13/2018
Price Changed: 6/25/2018
Closed: 9/27/2018
Contract Date: 6/13/2018

Listing Courtesy of The Corcoran Group - Alan Klein

Listing Contact: (917) 650-1255

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