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SOLD FOR $1,460,000

· Closed August 14, 2025

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

$1,460,000

$2,250 per sq ft

53 W 53RD Street #15B

Midtown, Manhattan

53W53

MLS® #RLS20006424

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Douglas Elliman Real Estate

Studio

1

Bath

649

Sq. Ft.

2020

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms Studio
Bathrooms 1
Living Area 649 sq ft
Year Built 2020
Ownership Condo
HOA/Common Charges $1,527/mo
Property Taxes Contact for details
Neighborhood Midtown
Floor 15 of 82

Property Highlights

  • Climate Control: Central Air
  • New Construction: Brand new building

Property Details

Type Condo
Ownership Condominium
Total Rooms 1
Baths 1 Full
Floor 15 of 82
Cooling Central Air
Pets SizeLimit, Yes
Year Built 2020 (New)
Living Area 649 sq ft
Structure Type HighRise
Basement Other
Parcel # 1269-1455
Block/Lot 01269/1455

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Mar 3, 2025 $1,600,000 -
Currently May 8, 2026 $1,460,000 -8.8%

Description

Studio Suite 15B comprises 648 square feet, offering north and east-facing exposures through floor-to-ceiling windows. This residence is equipped with a custom open kitchen by Thierry Despont for Molteni, where polished statuary marble countertops and a back-lit statuary backsplash complement back-painted glass cabinetry with polished nickel detailing and Dornbracht fixtures. The residence also features a fully vented washer and dryer.

This lovely studio comes with motorized Lutron solar shades and humidified, filtered fresh air throughout the home.

With architecture by Pritzker Prize-winner Jean Nouvel and interiors by the legendary Thierry Despont, 53 West 53 is a true icon, rising 1,050 feet in the heart of Manhattan against the cinematic backdrop of Central Park and the surrounding cityscape. Over 30,000 square feet of extraordinary amenities and deeply personalized, five-star-hotel-level services transcend even the most discerning expectations.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Separate Formal Dining Room Building Other Washer Hookup In Unit

Exterior Features

Private Outdoor Space Under60 Sqft

Building Amenities

Bike Storage Common Playroom Concierge Elevators Golf Simulator Room Indoor Pool Sauna Screening Room Steam Room Sauna

Building Information

Building 53W53
Building Data View Compliance & Permits
Total Units 161
Stories 82
Structure HighRise

Financial Details

Common Charges $1,527/mo
RE Taxes Contact for details
Original Price $1,600,000
Sale Price $1,460,000
Previous Price $1,600,000

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

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, 8:41 PM EST

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Location

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

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1931
Year Built
95 years old
3
Floors
2
Residential Units
R6
Zoning District
Primarily Residential Mixed Use

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $90,180
Land Value: $17,700
Exemptions: $0

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

Lot Area: 780 SF
Building Area: 2,310 SF
Built FAR: 2.96
Allowed FAR: 2.43

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 $1,527 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

This property has 0 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom.

The listed interior living area is 649 square feet. Verify dimensions independently during due diligence.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 2020, making it approximately 6 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: Cats and dogs Ok - 40 pounds,Building Pets Allowed Comments:Cats and dogs Ok - 40 pounds. Contact the listing broker for weight limits or breed restrictions.

At the current list price of $1,460,000 for 649 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $2,250. 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: RLS20006424
First Listed: 3/3/2025
On Market: 3/3/2025
Price Changed: 8/18/2025
Closed: 8/14/2025
Contract Date: 3/3/2025

Listing Courtesy of Douglas Elliman Real Estate - Benjamin Michael Franco

Listing Contact: (203) 815-9721

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