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159 W 53RD Street #37C
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$755,000

$1,398 per sq ft

159 W 53RD Street #37C

Midtown, Manhattan

Tower 53

MLS® #RLS20093493

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Douglas Elliman Real Estate

1

Bedroom

1

Bath

540

Sq. Ft.

1968

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Living Area 540 sq ft
Year Built 1968
Ownership Condo
HOA/Common Charges $1,208/mo
Property Taxes Contact for details
Parking Garage
Neighborhood Midtown
Floor 37 of 37

Property Highlights

  • Views: City
  • Climate Control: Wall Units
  • Parking: Private garage

Property Details

Type Condo
Ownership Condominium
Total Rooms 4
Baths 1 Full
Floor 37 of 37
View City
Cooling Wall Units
Pets Yes
Year Built 1968
Living Area 540 sq ft
Parking Garage Available
Structure Type HighRise
Basement Other
Parcel # 1006-1204
Block/Lot 01006/1204

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed May 26, 2026 $755,000 -
Currently May 27, 2026 $755,000 -

Description

Residence 37C is a sun-filled one-bedroom condominium high above Midtown with sweeping southern skyline views. Oversized windows fill the home with natural light, while the layout feels open and functional.

The kitchen is practical and well-designed. Generous closet space throughout the home offers storage rarely found in Midtown. A private balcony off the living room is perfect for morning coffee or taking in the city lights.

Located at 159 West 53rd Street, this full-service condominium offers a 24-hour doorman and concierge, renovated lobby, rooftop deck with views toward Central Park, on-site parking garage, and laundry facilities. Monthly common charges include gas and electricity.

Residents enjoy easy access to world-class dining, luxury shopping, and cultural landmarks including Museum of Modern Art, along with multiple subway and bus lines.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Building Other

Exterior Features

Building Roof Deck Private Outdoor Space Over60 Sqft

Building Amenities

Concierge Elevators

Appliances

Washer Dryer Allowed

Building Information

Building Tower 53
Building Data View Compliance & Permits
Total Units 208
Stories 37
Structure HighRise

Financial Details

Common Charges $1,208/mo
RE Taxes Contact for details

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

226

Median Asking Price

$1.80M

Median $/Sqft

$1,695

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

11

Price Reduced

33%

Sold (30 Days)

13

Median Sale Price

$1.38M

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 5/26/26, 8:50 PM EST

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159 W 53RD Street #37C, Midtown, New York County

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 $1,208 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

This property has 1 bedroom and 1 full bathroom.

The listed interior living area is 540 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: 35 lbs,Building Pets Allowed Comments:35 lbs. Contact the listing broker for weight limits or breed restrictions.

At the current list price of $755,000 for 540 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $1,398. 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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(917) 416-7433
MLS® ID: RLS20093493
First Listed: 5/26/2026
On Market: 5/26/2026
Price Changed: 5/26/2026
Contract Date: 5/26/2026

Listing Courtesy of Douglas Elliman Real Estate - Maria Sales

Listing Contact: (917) 658-3667

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