159 W 53rd Street #38GH
MLS® #RLS20087059
Listing by Compass
3
Bedrooms
2.5
Baths
1,700
Sq. Ft.
1968
Year Built
Quick Summary
Property Highlights
- Exposure: East,North,West facing
- Outdoor Space: Deck, Terrace, Balcony
- Climate Control: Central Air
Property Details
Listing History
| Event | Date | Price | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed | Apr 27, 2026 | $2,339,000 | - |
| Currently | Apr 27, 2026 | $2,399,000 | +2.6% |
Description
ICONIC LUXURY PENTHOUSE / OASIS IN THE SKY - Sought after 3 bedrooms / 2.5 bathrooms home with Private Outdoor Balcony at Tower 53. Roughly 1,700 Square Feet of Perfection.
This PH unit and light-filled home have been fully upgraded setting the standard for Luxury. Oversized windows and beautiful hardwood floors will invite you into an expansive and airy space, with sweeping Triple Exposure of North, East, and West. Enjoy magical Central Park and City views from every exposure, your own serene escape from the city.
The living/dining room has a grand, pre-war feel with crown moldings and approximately 9 feet ceilings. As you walk from room to room you can admire the view from the large windows that line the penthouse. Stepping into the side-by-side open living and dining area you are surrounded by city views, park views, and a terrace. Step outside onto your terrace on New Year's Eve and to the South watch the ball drop and to the North watch the fireworks. This apartment has the best exposures New York City has to offer.
The windowed kitchen boasts high-end appliances which include a Sub Zero fridge, a Thermador 4 burner stove, and oven as well as a Bosch dishwasher and microwave. Also, there is enough space for an eat-in kitchen for a breakfast table.
The master suite is spacious and includes a windowed marble bathroom. The high floor makes this unit a quiet retreat in the sky. Two more bedrooms line the hallway with 5 additional closets for storage. There are new hardwood floors throughout the entire apartment. Electric included in common charges and laundry in building.
Centrally located in the heart of midtown Manhattan, Tower 53 condominium puts you in a location convenient to everything. New York staples such as Central Park, Radio City Music Hall, Broadway theaters, and Carnegie Hall are all at your fingertips. Shop at Bergdorf Goodman and Chanel, dine at Masa and Per Se, or buy groceries at Whole Foods. Public transportation and taxis are right outside your door. Built-in 1968 w/ 37 floors and 214 units, Tower 53 features studios, 1-bedrooms, 2-bedrooms, and larger apartments. Many have sizable terraces. Luxury Full-Service Building w/ 24 Hour Doorman & Concierge Service. Garage, Roof Deck (w/ Fabulous Views) & Laundry Room. Electricity included, Live/Work Allowed, Pets are welcome.
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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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205
Median Asking Price
$1.99M
Median $/Sqft
$1,655
Avg Days on Market
N/A
New This Week
12
Price Reduced
30%
Sold (30 Days)
19
Median Sale Price
$2.07M
Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 4/27/26, 5:30 PM EST
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Common questions about this property
The current listed common charges are $3,300 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.
The current listed annual property tax is $37,656, or roughly $3,138 per month. Verify the current assessment with your attorney before closing.
This property has 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms and 1 half bathroom.
The listed interior living area is 1,700 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: Pets Allowed,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 $2,399,000 for 1,700 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $1,411. 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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