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· Closed October 26, 2020

159 W 53rd Street #23-F
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$899,000

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159 W 53rd Street #23-F

Midtown West, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS10624306

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Listing by Compass

1

Bedroom

1

Bath

800

Sq. Ft.

1968

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Living Area 800 sq ft
Year Built 1968
Ownership Condo
HOA/Common Charges $899/mo
Property Taxes $11,040/yr
Parking Garage
Neighborhood Midtown West
Floor 23 of 38

Property Highlights

  • Views: City
  • Exposure: West facing
  • Outdoor Space: Balcony

Property Details

Type Condo
Ownership Condominium
Total Rooms 3
Baths 1 Full
Floor 23 of 38
View City
Exposure West
Cooling Central Air
Pets Yes
Cross Street Avenue of the Americas/Seventh Avenue
Year Built 1968
Living Area 800 sq ft
Parking Garage Available
Block/Lot 1006/7501

Description

CONTRACT SIGNED Welcome home to your spacious one-bedroom condominium with private balcony at Tower 53 in the heart of Manhattan! This ~800 square foot home features a large 70 square foot west-facing balcony with stunning views including peeks at the Hudson River, Central Park, Times Square and the glorious facade of the Art-Deco Broadway Theater. The home features parquet floors, a smart, gracious layout, a renovated, open kitchen, big bedroom and five closets. Apartment 23F is a great home for primary residents or pied-a-terre and is in excellent condition. The common charges also include gas and electric utilities, there is a fuel assessment of $81.35 per month. 159 West 53rd Street is a post-war, full-service condominium with a full-time doorman. Building amenities include a roof deck with panoramic city views, and a laundry room. Most dogs under 35 pounds are allowed. The building is centrally located to all of New York City's finest attractions, including Central Park, Times Square, Carnegie Hall, the Theater District, and many transportation options including the 1/2/B/D/E/F/N/R/W/Q trains. Shown by appointment only.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Dining Area Entrance Foyer Common Area

Exterior Features

Balcony Building Roof Deck Balcony

Building Information

Stories 38

Financial Details

Common Charges $899/mo
RE Taxes $11,040/yr ($920/mo)
Sale Price $899,000

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

33

Median Asking Price

$780K

Median $/Sqft

$1,388

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

0

Price Reduced

18%

Sold (30 Days)

4

Median Sale Price

$1.73M

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159 W 53rd Street #23-F, Midtown West, New York County • Near Avenue of the Americas/Seventh Avenue

MLS® ID: RLS10624306
First Listed: 3/6/2020
Closed: 10/26/2020
Contract Date: 3/1/2020

Listing Courtesy of Compass - Calvin Gladen

Listing Contact: (646) 279-7099

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