SOLD FOR $900,000
Listed at $939,000 · Sold 4.2% below asking · Closed December 27, 2021
159 W 53rd Street #20B
MLS® #RLS10735435
Listing by Emerson Realty NY
1
Bedroom
1.5
Baths
1,080
Sq. Ft.
1968
Year Built
Quick Summary
Property Highlights
- Views: City
- Parking: Private garage
Property Details
Listing History
| Event | Date | Price | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed | Aug 4, 2021 | $939,000 | - |
| Currently | May 7, 2026 | $939,000 | - |
Description
Tower 53 is a post-war, full-service condominium that offers a full-time doorman, garage, roof deck with panoramic Central Park views, and recently renovated, windowed, laundry facilities.
Designers Dream
Opportunity to Create your Brand New Home
- Junior-4
- 1.5 Baths
- Can easily be converted to 2 Bedroom with option to convert Half Bathroom to a Second Full Bathroom.
See potential floorplan
Features Include
- Primary Bedroom with ensuite Bathroom
- Power Room located in entry Foyer
- City views on your private Large Balcony
- Ample closet space
Photos of this property have been virtually rendered, no statement is made as to the accuracy of rendered photographs.
159 West 53rd Street is centrally located near all of New York Citys finest attractions including;
- Central Park
- Times Square
- Carnegie Hall
- Columbus Circle
- The Theatre District
- Bergdorf Goodman
- Chanel
Most dogs under 35 pounds are allowed. Building is in close proximity to the 1/2/B/D/E/F/N/R/W/Q trains.
Gas and Electric utilities are included in the monthly common charges, there currently is a fuel assessment of $107.61 per month.
Features & Amenities
Interior Features
Building Information
Financial Details
About Midtown West
View All Midtown West ListingsMidtown West is a Manhattan neighborhood adjacent to Times Square, Broadway, and the Hudson River. Housing stock ranges from historic pre-war cooperatives to newer condominium towers, with dense subway coverage via the A/C/E, 1/2/3, and N/Q/R/W lines.
Midtown West Live Market Data
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28
Median Asking Price
$1.40M
Median $/Sqft
$1,655
Avg Days on Market
N/A
New This Week
0
Price Reduced
29%
Sold (30 Days)
2
Median Sale Price
$1.65M
Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 5/7/26, 3:09 PM EST
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159 W 53rd Street #20B, Midtown West, New York County • Near 6th & 7th Avenues
Building Information
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Tax & Assessment
Note: Individual unit taxes may differ. Verify current tax bills with NYC DOF.
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 $1,190 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.
The current listed annual property tax is $15,876, or roughly $1,323 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 1,080 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. Contact the listing broker for weight limits or breed restrictions.
At the current list price of $939,000 for 1,080 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $869. 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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