159 W 53RD Street #15H
MLS® #RLS11017713
Listing by Douglas Elliman Real Estate
2
Bedrooms
1.5
Baths
900
Sq. Ft.
1968
Year Built
Quick Summary
Property Highlights
- Climate Control: Wall Units
- Parking: Private garage
Property Details
Listing History
| Event | Date | Price | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed | Oct 24, 2024 | $995,000 | - |
| Currently | May 8, 2026 | $980,000 | -1.5% |
Description
This exquisite 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath condo in the heart of Midtown West boasts exceptional stone and tile work throughout.
The windowed kitchen features a professional 5-burner stove, stainless steel appliances, and an elegant subway tile backsplash. Both bathrooms showcase Calacatta marble and mosaic flooring for a sophisticated touch.
The expansive living/dining area offers a sense of openness, highlighted by a marble server's bar. This space combines style and functionality with plenty of closets, built-ins for storage, and pristine hardwood floors.
Tower 53 is a luxury full-service condo building, complete with a garage, a rooftop deck offering stunning views, and central laundry facilities. All utilities are included in monthly common charges. There is a monthly assessment of $154 that expires in February 2025. Pets are allowed (must be 35 lbs or less).
Conveniently located moments away from MOMA, Carnegie Hall, Central Park, Broadway theaters, and premier shopping in New York.
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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 5/7/26, 10:10 PM EST
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159 W 53RD Street #15H, Midtown, New York County
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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 $1,047 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.
This property has 2 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom and 1 half bathroom.
The listed interior living area is 900 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 $980,000 for 900 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $1,089. 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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