159 W 53rd Street #34E
MLS® #RLS20079245
Listing by Compass
2
Bedrooms
2
Baths
1,214
Sq. Ft.
1968
Year Built
Quick Summary
Property Highlights
- Views: City, River
- Outdoor Space: Balcony
- Climate Control: Central Air
Property Details
Listing History
| Event | Date | Price | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed | Mar 27, 2026 | $1,795,000 | - |
| Currently | May 7, 2026 | $1,795,000 | - |
Description
Welcome to this thoughtfully renovated, high-floor 2 bedroom and 2 bathroom home in Tower 53 Condominium, a full-service condominium in the heart of Midtown Manhattan. This split layout corner apartment has a sizable private balcony, perfect for sipping your morning coffee or a late afternoon cocktail. Sunshine spills into the apartment through the oversized windows with their south and west exposure. The expansive city views are to the Hudson River and beyond. As you arrive, the foyer featuring 3 large closets leads into the airy and open living and dining room, the perfect spot for relaxing and entertaining. The generous balcony expands your living space through the glass sliding door, with incredible views south, west and north. The open chef’s kitchen has a wide bar counter for casual dining, a south-facing window, new Viking stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and ample cabinets for all your kitchen needs. The bedrooms are on opposite sides of the home for maximum privacy. The primary bedroom features an en-suite bathroom and custom closets. The second bedroom also has custom closets and a built-in desk. There is a flexible bonus space that can serve as a home office. The renovations include: gorgeous new white oak floors throughout, updated custom closets, new Viking appliances, new lighting, reconfigured layout for easy living, and a Murphy bed for additional guests. Building amenities include a wonderful staff and 24-hour doorman, a stunning roof deck, a common laundry room, and a live-in superintendent. Tower 53 is perfectly situated between Central Park and the theater district offering the best of New York. World class restaurants, bars, and shopping are nearby, as is public transportation. Welcome home!
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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
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203
Median Asking Price
$1.97M
Median $/Sqft
$1,693
Avg Days on Market
N/A
New This Week
3
Price Reduced
30%
Sold (30 Days)
19
Median Sale Price
$2.10M
Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 5/7/26, 6:52 AM EST
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Common questions about this property
The current listed common charges are $1,896 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.
The current listed annual property tax is $21,204, or roughly $1,767 per month. Verify the current assessment with your attorney before closing.
This property has 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms.
The listed interior living area is 1,214 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: Building Pets Allowed Comments:No dogs over 35 pounds, no rottweilers, pitbulls, dobermans, chows. Contact the listing broker for weight limits or breed restrictions.
At the current list price of $1,795,000 for 1,214 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $1,479. 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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