SOLD FOR $762,000
· Closed September 17, 2024
159 MADISON Avenue #2H
MLS® #RLS10980007
Listing by Douglas Elliman Real Estate
1
Bedroom
1
Bath
N/A
Sq. Ft.
1917
Year Built
Quick Summary
Property Highlights
- Views: City
- Exposure: West facing
- Character: Pre-war building (1917)
Property Details
Listing History
| Event | Date | Price | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed | Mar 13, 2024 | $745,000 | - |
| Price Reduced | Sep 19, 2024 | $725,000 | -2.7% |
| Currently | May 8, 2026 | $762,000 | +5.1% |
Description
Meticulously crafted to perfection, 2H at 159 Madison Avenue is a stunning loft-style, junior one bedroom turned studio that has undergone a transformative renovation.
Every aspect of the space has been thoughtfully designed to optimize functionality without compromising on style. From the carefully curated custom details to the ingenious storage solutions, this apartment epitomizes modern luxury living at its finest. With its seamless design and innovative features, this home offers a unique blend of form and function, creating an unparalleled living experience.
- Soaring 11 ft 6-inch beamed ceilings
- Newly renovated with custom details
- Dramatic arched window with city views
- City quiet double insulated glass added for noise reduction
- Custom blinds for added privacy
- Original hardwood floors refinished with monocoat stain
- Abundant storage without sacrificing aesthetic appeal
- Maximized space for entertaining
- Equipped with smart home features: lighting on Lutron dimmers, speakers controlled through audio receiver
- Open floorplan kitchen with Italian marble countertop and backsplash with honed finish and top-of-the-line appliances
- Liebherr refrigerator, Bertazzoni stove, Summit wine fridge, Bosch dishwasher
Located just minutes from Madison Square Park, this full-service and pet-friendly co-op in Midtown South is the perfect place to call home. At the pinnacle of this distinguished residence lies a landscaped roof deck, providing breathtaking views of Midtown Manhattan. The building's amenities include a renovated lobby, 24-hour doormen, a dedicated live-in superintendent, a laundry room on every floor, storage, and bike storage. Subletting allowed but limited to three years out of every five after residing in the apartment for two. Parent gifting, co-purchase, and pieds-a-terre are also permitted.
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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
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 5/8/26, 2:12 AM EST
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this property
The current listed monthly maintenance are $1,825 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.
This property has 1 bedroom and 1 full bathroom.
According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1917, making it approximately 109 years old.
This listing is a co-op (stock cooperative). Buyers purchase shares in a corporation rather than real property, and the board must approve all sales.
Pets are permitted at this property: 40 lbs Inform board prior to and with application,Building Pets Allowed Comments:40 lbs Inform board prior to and with application. Contact the listing broker for weight limits or breed restrictions.
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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