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SOLD FOR $730,000

· Closed January 11, 2017

159 W 53rd Street #24A
Closed For Sale Condo

$730,000

$1,466 per sq ft

159 W 53rd Street #24A

Midtown West, Manhattan

Tower 53

MLS® #RLS10084611

RLS at REBNY

Listing by The Corcoran Group

Studio

1

Bath

498

Sq. Ft.

1968

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms Studio
Bathrooms 1
Living Area 498 sq ft
Year Built 1968
Ownership Condo
HOA/Common Charges $772/mo
Property Taxes $8,328/yr
Neighborhood Midtown West
Floor 24 of 37

Property Highlights

  • Views: City
  • Exposure: East,North facing
  • Climate Control: Central Air

Property Details

Type Condo
Ownership Condominium
Total Rooms 2
Baths 1 Full
Floor 24 of 37
View City
Exposure East,North
Cooling Central Air
Pets Yes
Cross Street 6 1/2 AVENUE and 7 AVENUE
Year Built 1968
Living Area 498 sq ft
Parcel # 1006-1098

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Nov 16, 2016 $730,000 -
Currently May 15, 2026 $730,000 -

Description

Tower 53 high floor Jr. 1 Bedroom with city views. The unit has hardwood floors throughout, windowed bathroom plus four large closets. The location is one of the best in NYC! - Central Park, Broadway, Rockefeller Center, Broadway Theaters plus D, E, N, R, Q & 1 subway lines are close by. Tower 53 features a 24-hr white glove doorman and concierge, beautiful roof top deck for entertaining with Central Park views plus onsite parking.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed Common Area

Building Information

Financial Details

Common Charges $772/mo
RE Taxes $8,328/yr ($694/mo)
Sale Price $730,000

Midtown West is a Manhattan neighborhood adjacent to Times Square, Broadway, and the Hudson River. Housing stock ranges from historic pre-war cooperatives to newer condominium towers, with dense subway coverage via the A/C/E, 1/2/3, and N/Q/R/W lines.

Midtown West Live Market Data

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Active Listings

37

Median Asking Price

$930K

Median $/Sqft

$1,429

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

2

Price Reduced

27%

Sold (30 Days)

0

Median Sale Price

N/A

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 5/15/26, 12:24 AM EST

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159 W 53rd Street #24A, Midtown West, New York County • Near 6 1/2 AVENUE and 7 AVENUE

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 $772 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

The current listed annual property tax is $8,328, or roughly $694 per month. Verify the current assessment with your attorney before closing.

This property has 0 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom.

The listed interior living area is 498 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 $730,000 for 498 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $1,466. 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: RLS10084611
First Listed: 11/16/2016
Closed: 1/11/2017
Contract Date: 11/16/2016

Listing Courtesy of The Corcoran Group - Lena Simpson

Listing Contact: (917) 664-6617

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