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SOLD FOR $1,125,000

· Closed April 30, 2026

159 W 53RD Street #15B
Closed For Sale Condo

$1,125,000

$1,304 per sq ft

159 W 53RD Street #15B

Midtown, Manhattan

Tower 53

MLS® #RLS20072182

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Douglas Elliman Real Estate

2

Bedrooms

2

Baths

863

Sq. Ft.

1968

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 2
Living Area 863 sq ft
Year Built 1968
Ownership Condo
HOA/Common Charges $1,272/mo
Property Taxes Contact for details
Parking Garage
Neighborhood Midtown
Floor 15 of 37

Property Highlights

  • Views: City
  • Exposure: South facing
  • Climate Control: Wall Units

Property Details

Type Condo
Ownership Condominium
Total Rooms 4
Baths 2 Full
Floor 15 of 37
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Exposure South
Cooling Wall Units
Pets Yes
Year Built 1968
Living Area 863 sq ft
Parking Garage Available
Structure Type HighRise
Basement Other
Parcel # 1006-1028
Block/Lot 01006/1028

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Feb 16, 2026 $1,195,000 -
Currently May 7, 2026 $1,125,000 -5.9%

Description

Welcome to residence 15B at 159 West 53rd Street, a thoughtfully appointed high-floor two-bedroom, two-bath condominium offering refined living in the heart of Midtown.

The entry foyer leads into a bright and expansive south-facing living and dining room, enhanced by oversized windows and access to a private balcony overlooking Midtown Manhattan. The thoughtfully designed windowed kitchen offers both style and functionality and has been recently updated with a series of new stainless-steel appliances.

The spacious primary suite features generous closet space and an en-suite bath. The second bedroom is well proportioned and has access to the second full bath. Hardwood floors, thru-wall air conditioning, and abundant storage throughout complete this exceptional home.

159 West 57th Street is a full-service, pet-friendly condominium offering a full-time doorman and concierge, live-in superintendent, laundry facilities, and on-site parking (available for an additional fee). Residents also enjoy a beautifully maintained roof deck with sweeping city views. Ideally positioned moments from Central Park, Broadway theaters, premier shopping, world-class dining, and major subway lines, this residence offers the very best of Midtown living.

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Fuel assessment $136.62 per month

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Building Other

Exterior Features

Building Roof Deck Private Outdoor Space Over60 Sqft

Building Amenities

Concierge Elevators

Appliances

Washer Dryer Allowed

Building Information

Building Tower 53
Building Data View Compliance & Permits
Total Units 208
Stories 37
Structure HighRise

Financial Details

Common Charges $1,272/mo
RE Taxes Contact for details
Original Price $1,195,000
Sale Price $1,125,000
Previous Price $1,195,000

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

202

Median Asking Price

$2.00M

Median $/Sqft

$1,697

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 5/7/26, 5:02 PM EST

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Location

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159 W 53RD Street #15B, Midtown, New York County

Floor Plans

Floor Plan 1

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1918
Year Built
108 years old
2
Floors
M3-1
Zoning District
Condominiums

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $7,265,700
Land Value: $1,134,900
Exemptions: $7,265,700

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

Lot Area: 100,875 SF
Building Area: 119,937 SF
Built FAR: 1.19

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 $1,272 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

This property has 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms.

The listed interior living area is 863 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: 35 lbs,Building Pets Allowed Comments:35 lbs. Contact the listing broker for weight limits or breed restrictions.

At the current list price of $1,125,000 for 863 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $1,304. 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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(917) 416-7433
MLS® ID: RLS20072182
First Listed: 2/16/2026
On Market: 2/16/2026
Price Changed: 4/30/2026
Closed: 4/30/2026
Contract Date: 2/16/2026

Listing Courtesy of Douglas Elliman Real Estate - Daniela Kunen

Listing Contact: (212) 891-7611

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RLS at REBNY

RLS Data display by Keller Williams NYC. Data last updated on 5/7/2026 at 9:02 PM UTC

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