Milton Coste

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SOLD FOR $1,385,000

· Closed December 7, 2023

45 W 54th Street #PHA
Closed For Sale Co-op

$1,385,000

45 W 54th Street #PHA

Midtown, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS10920960

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Sothebys International Realty

1

Bedroom

1.5

Baths

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1949

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 2 full, 1 half
Lot Size 7,481 sq ft
Year Built 1949
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $3,230/mo
Neighborhood Midtown
Floor 13 of 12

Property Highlights

  • Views: City
  • Exposure: North,South,West facing
  • Outdoor Space: Building Terrace, Terrace

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 4
Baths 1 Full, 1 Half
Floor 13 of 12
View City
Exposure North,South,West
Cooling Central Air
Pets Yes
Year Built 1949
Structure Type MultiFamily
Furnished Unfurnished
Lot Size 7,481 sq ft
Parcel # 1270-0008-00045-000-0000PHA
Block/Lot 01270/0008

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Sep 5, 2023 $1,500,000 -
Currently Jun 2, 2026 $1,385,000 -7.7%

Description

Stunning City Penthouse Live the indoor-outdoor life from this meticulously renovated penthouse in the heart of Manhattan. Currently set up as a large one bedroom, one and a half bath with a home office. An entertainer's dream showcasing a large wraparound terrace with access from both the living room and bedroom. PHA captures awesome natural light with city and skyline views. This no-stone unturned home is the perfect New York hideaway, impeccably designed using the highest quality finishes. Upon entering this elegant home, one is welcomed by an entry foyer that leads to an inviting living room with a large south-facing bay window and French doors connecting to the terrace. The windowed Chef’s kitchen offers a Sub-Zero refrigerator, a Miele speed oven, cooktop and dishwasher with Calcutta Gold marble countertops, and custom cabinetry. A powder room with radiant heat flooring is conveniently located off the kitchen. The north-facing primary bedroom and home office are located in a separate wing of the home, accessible through a pocket door that divides the public and private areas. The primary bedroom offers a custom walk-in closet and views of the Crown Building, the top of the Pierre Hotel, and the General Motors building. The ensuite primary bath features a deep soaking tub with white Thassos marble walls and bath slabs and for seasonal comfort, radiant heat floors. This stunning city penthouse features all-new soundproofed custom casement windows and doors, recessed lighting, solid oak wood flooring and door casings, custom closets, over 9-foot ceilings, in-ceiling speakers, all-new radiators, central air conditioning, all-new electric and exposures to the north, south, and west. Designed by DeYoung, Moskowitz & Rosenberg, The Aristocrat building at 45 West 54th Street is a 50-unit, 13-story cooperative built in 1949. This full-service doorman building has a superintendent, bicycle room, and laundry room and is close to parking garages. Ideally located on residential tree-lined 54th Street between Fifth and Sixth Avenues, The Aristocrat is only one block from the Museum of Modern Art and close to Broadway theaters, Central Park, and the very best shopping, restaurants, and entertainment that Manhattan has to offer. Pets, Pied a terre’s, and co-purchasing are welcome. Foreign Buyers, Trusts, and LLC’s are case x case. Flexible sublet policy. The building allows one dog per apartment. * One year assessment Starting October 1st, 2023 equivalent of $189.95

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Den Entrance Foyer Elevator Kitchen Window Common On Floor Common Area Laundry Room

Exterior Features

Building Terrace Terrace

Appliances

Dishwasher

Building Information

Building Data View Compliance & Permits
Total Units 54
Stories 12
Structure MultiFamily

Financial Details

Maintenance $3,230/mo
Original Price $1,500,000
Sale Price $1,385,000
Previous Price $1,500,000

Midtown 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

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Active Listings

226

Median Asking Price

$1.91M

Median $/Sqft

$1,699

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

9

Price Reduced

35%

Sold (30 Days)

14

Median Sale Price

$1.45M

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 6/2/26, 1:23 AM EST

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Location

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45 W 54th Street #PHA, Midtown, New York County

Floor Plans

Floor Plan 1
Floor Plan 2

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1945
Year Built
81 years old
2
Floors
1
Residential Units
R5
Zoning District
One Family Dwellings

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $51,840
Land Value: $14,400
Exemptions: $4,080

Note: Individual unit taxes may differ. Verify current tax bills with NYC DOF.

Lot Area: 1,710 SF
Building Area: 1,080 SF
Built FAR: 0.63
Allowed FAR: 1.5

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 monthly maintenance are $3,230 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

The current listed annual property tax is $0, or roughly $0 per month. Verify the current assessment with your attorney before closing.

This property has 1 bedroom and 1 full bathroom and 1 half bathroom.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1949, making it approximately 77 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. 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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(917) 416-7433
MLS® ID: RLS10920960
First Listed: 9/5/2023
On Market: 9/5/2023
Price Changed: 12/7/2023
Closed: 12/7/2023
Contract Date: 9/5/2023

Listing Courtesy of Sothebys International Realty - Laurie Silverman

Listing Contact: (212) 431-2440

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Buyer Notice: Planning to work with a buyer's broker? A Buyer Representation Agreement is required before your broker can show you properties, per REBNY/UCBA guidelines (effective 2025). You may attend open houses independently without one.

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