SOLD FOR $365,000
· Closed November 7, 2024
159 MADISON Avenue #2K
MLS® #RLS10994471
Listing by Corcoran Group
Studio
1
Bath
N/A
Sq. Ft.
1911
Year Built
Quick Summary
Property Highlights
- Views: City
- Character: Pre-war building (1911)
Property Details
Listing History
| Event | Date | Price | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed | Jun 8, 2024 | $395,000 | - |
| Price Reduced | Aug 27, 2024 | $36,500,000 | +9140.5% |
| Currently | May 8, 2026 | $365,000 | -99.0% |
Description
Step into this exquisite loft-like gem, where ten-foot ceilings and hardwood floors create an atmosphere of spaciousness and warmth. The remarkably adaptable layout ensures that every inch of this home can be tailored to your unique lifestyle.
Unit 2K offers a tranquil retreat, accessible via a single flight of stairs adjacent to the doorman entrance or the convenient elevator bank. The kitchen is a chef's dream, featuring full-sized stainless steel appliances and ample counter space, perfect for culinary adventures. The studio includes an alcove sleeping area, a dedicated dining space, and multiple closets, providing abundant storage for all your needs.
Each floor boasts a laundry room, and with board approval, the Co-op allows in-unit washer/dryer installations for added convenience.
159 Madison is a distinguished building, seamlessly converted from industrial to residential use, offering 24-hour doorman service, a porter, and a resident superintendent. Additional amenities include storage rooms (subject to a small waitlist), bike storage, a package room, and a beautifully landscaped roof terrace.
This co-op is flexible with living arrangements, permitting guarantors, co-purchasing, gifting, and pied-à-terres. After two years, subletting is allowed, following a cycle of three out of every five years. Pets are welcome with board approval, ensuring that every member of your household feels at home.
Centrally located, this building offers easy access to Grand Central Terminal, Penn Station, and Union Square transportation hubs. A short stroll takes you to the serene Madison Square Park or the vibrant NYU complex. The 32nd Street NoMad neighborhood, the northernmost part of Downtown, is renowned for its trend-setting eateries in Koreatown and Eataly, along with the shopping destinations of Whole Foods and Trader Joe's.
Experience the perfect blend of historic charm and modern convenience at 159 Madison. Contact us today for your private viewing.
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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
View NeighborhoodActive 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 5/8/26, 1:15 AM EST
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this property
The current listed monthly maintenance are $1,465 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.
This property has 0 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom.
According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1911, making it approximately 115 years old.
This listing is a co-op (stock cooperative). Buyers purchase shares in a corporation rather than real property, and the board must approve all sales.
Pets are permitted at this property: 40 lbs Inform board prior to and with application,Building Pets Allowed Comments:40 lbs Inform board prior to and with application. Contact the listing broker for weight limits or breed restrictions.
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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