SOLD FOR $1,375,000
· Closed July 10, 2024
15 W 53rd Street #21F
MLS® #RLS10985741
Listing by Compass
1
Bedroom
1.5
Baths
1,204
Sq. Ft.
1982
Year Built
Quick Summary
Property Highlights
- Parking: Private garage
Property Details
Listing History
| Event | Date | Price | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed | Apr 11, 2024 | $1,650,000 | - |
| Price Reduced | Jul 13, 2024 | $1,425,000 | -13.6% |
| Currently | Jun 1, 2026 | $1,375,000 | -3.5% |
Description
Recent price adjustments show that there is a deal to be made. Apartment 21F is a perfect pied-a-terre or primary home for the discerning buyer. Better than any world class hotel, Museum Tower combines the best of condo living and hotel-like amenities. Welcome to a beautiful, joyous, large one-bedroom, one and one-half bath residence located on prestigious West 53rd Street in Manhattan, NY. This is next to the Museum of Modern Art and across the street from the incomparable Baccarat Hotel. This elegant home offers a most sophisticated urban lifestyle in the heart of the best city in the world. The Housekeeping Department is happy to clean your apartment, and stock your refrigerator before you arrive home - this is the ultimate luxury. You can see MOMA's sculpture garden from the roof deck, exercise in the awesome Fitness Center, and you can enjoy movies with friends and family from the Private Screening Room. Everything at Museum Tower is maintained meticulously. Apartment 21F boasts 1,205 square feet, cross ventilation in the living room and glorious views. With great light, large windows, and low monthlies, it is a coveted F line apartment. Residents of this exclusive address will enjoy the convenience of being just moments away from the Museum of Modern Art, where world-class art and culture await. Additionally, the neighborhood offers an array of exceptional dining options, Saks Fifth Avenue, Rockefeller Center, upscale boutiques, ensuring that every desire is effortlessly fulfilled. You are also close to Broadway shows and Central Park. In summary, this heavenly one-bedroom, one and one-half-bathroom residence on West 53rd Street presents a rare opportunity to experience the epitome of Manhattan living, where luxury, culture, and convenience converge in perfect harmony. Embrace the essence of urban elegance in this remarkable home. Schedule your private tour today and prepare to experience the epitome of refined city living. A 2% capital contribution (flip tax) is paid by purchaser.
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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
227
Median Asking Price
$1.91M
Median $/Sqft
$1,700
Avg Days on Market
N/A
New This Week
14
Price Reduced
35%
Sold (30 Days)
14
Median Sale Price
$1.45M
Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 6/1/26, 7:52 PM EST
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this property
The current listed common charges are $1,810 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.
The current listed annual property tax is $23,748, or roughly $1,979 per month. Verify the current assessment with your attorney before closing.
This property has 1 bedroom and 1 full bathroom and 1 half bathroom.
The listed interior living area is 1,204 square feet. Verify dimensions independently during due diligence.
According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1982, making it approximately 44 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 $1,375,000 for 1,204 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $1,142. 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 mcoste@kwnyc.com. 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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