SOLD FOR $1,175,000
· Closed June 16, 2018
159 W 53RD Street #23H
MLS® #RLS10486512
Listing by Sotheby's International Realty, Inc.
2
Bedrooms
0.5
Baths
900
Sq. Ft.
1968
Year Built
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- Parking: Private garage
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Listing History
| Event | Date | Price | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed | Jun 16, 2018 | $1,300,000 | - |
| Currently | May 6, 2026 | $1,175,000 | -9.6% |
Description
HIGH FLOOR 2 BEDROOM 1.5 BATH CONDO IN PRIME MIDTOWN LOCATION. Sprawling corner two bedroom, one and a half bath home on the 23rd floor of a luxury condo building with bright and open City views to the north and east. The renovated windowed kitchen has stainless steel appliances, soft-close cabinetry, and a pass-through window into the living/dining area. Both bedrooms have two exposures and ample closet space. The apartment also features recently refinished hardwood floors, a windowed full bath, a powder room for guests, and through-wall heat and air conditioning. With taxes and common charges (INCLUDING UTILITIES) under $1900/month, this is an excellent opportunity for primary residence, Pied a Terre, or investment property that can be rented out immediately. Tower 53 is a white glove condominium tower with a 24-hour doorman and concierge, live-in superintendent, a Garage, furnished Roof Deck with fabulous Central Park Views, and a newly redone Laundry Room on the 10th floor. Pets are welcome. Prime midtown location provides easy access to all that Manhattan has to offer -- fantastic shopping, dining, Broadway shows, Carnegie Hall, Rockefeller Center, Radio City, Columbus Circle, and the beauty of Central Park. And with multiple train/bus lines literally within steps of this great condominium, everything your heart could desire is only a few minutes away. Truly a Must See. Fuel Assessment: $89.95/mo.
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About Theater District
View All Theater District ListingsThe Theater District stretches from West 40th to West 54th Street between Sixth and Eighth Avenues, anchored by Times Square and home to over 40 Broadway theaters. Residential options include new luxury high-rise condominiums near Times Square and older pre-war buildings closer to Ninth Avenue. The area is served by the 1, 2, 3, 7, N, Q, R, W, and S trains at Times Square, with the Port Authority Bus Terminal providing regional bus connections.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this property
The current listed common charges are $971 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.
The current listed annual property tax is $10,992, or roughly $916 per month. Verify the current assessment with your attorney before closing.
This property has 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms 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. Contact the listing broker for weight limits or breed restrictions.
At the current list price of $1,175,000 for 900 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $1,306. 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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