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SOLD FOR $639,000

· Closed July 22, 2013

159 W 53rd Street #30-C
Closed For Sale Condo

$639,000

159 W 53rd Street #30-C

Midtown West, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS10034127

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Sotheby's International Realty

Studio

1

Bath

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1968

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms Studio
Bathrooms 1
Year Built 1968
Ownership Condo
HOA/Common Charges $814/mo
Property Taxes $6,948/yr
Parking Garage
Neighborhood Midtown West

Property Highlights

  • Views: River
  • Outdoor Space: Balcony
  • Parking: Private garage

Property Details

Type Condo
Ownership Condominium
Total Rooms 2
Baths 1 Full
View River
Pets Yes
Cross Street Avenue of the Americas/Seventh Avenue
Year Built 1968
Parking Garage Available
Block/Lot 1006/7501

Description



Fabulous Alcove Studio with Large Balcony. Easily converts to a Junior One Bedroom. Located in the heart of Midtown West. Renovated Kitchen and Bathroom. High Floor, Excellent Closet Space and Good Light. Tower 53 is a Full Service Luxury Condominium Building including 24 Hour Concierge, Doorman, Roof Deck with incredible views of Central Park, Garage and Central Laundry. Near the Museum of Modern Art, The Theatre District, Fine Dining and Shopping. Convenient to all Transportation. This would make a great Home, Investment or Pied a terre. Pets up to 35lbs allowed. Electric is included in the common charges.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Common Area

Exterior Features

Balcony Building Roof Deck Balcony

Building Information

Stories 38

Financial Details

Common Charges $814/mo
RE Taxes $6,948/yr ($579/mo)
Sale Price $639,000

Midtown West is a centrally located Manhattan neighborhood known for its proximity to Times Square, Broadway, and the Hudson River. The area features varied housing stock. From historic pre-war cooperatives to modern luxury condominiums, the area offers a sophisticated urban lifestyle with easy access to the city's world-class dining, shopping, and cultural institutions.

Midtown West Live Market Data

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Active Listings

32

Median Asking Price

$820K

Median $/Sqft

$1,388

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

1

Price Reduced

16%

Sold (30 Days)

4

Median Sale Price

$1.73M

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159 W 53rd Street #30-C, Midtown West, New York County • Near Avenue of the Americas/Seventh Avenue

MLS® ID: RLS10034127
First Listed: 5/8/2013
Closed: 7/22/2013
Contract Date: 1/30/2013

Listing Courtesy of Sotheby's International Realty - Jane Restuccia

Listing Contact: (212) 688-1000

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