For Sale · Listing by Douglas Elliman Real Estate
53 W 53RD Street #17B
Midtown, Manhattan
$14,880,000
53 W 53RD Street #17B
MLS® #RLS10971438
Listing by Douglas Elliman Real Estate
- 4
- Bedrooms
- 3.5
- Baths
- 4,220
- Sq. Ft.
- 2020
- Year Built
Quick Summary
Property Highlights
- Exposure: North,South facing
- Outdoor Space: Terrace
- Climate Control: Central Air
Property Details
Listing History
| Event | Date | Price | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed | Apr 5, 2021 | $14,880,000 | - |
| Currently | Nov 1, 2026 | $14,880,000 | - |
Recent Sales in This Building
What other apartments here closed for in the last three years, as reported to the REBNY Listing Service (RLS).
| Closed | Unit | Beds | Sold For | Per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 28, 2026 | Unit 21D | 2 BR | $5,350,000 | $2,050 |
| May 18, 2026 | Unit 40C | 3 BR | $5,850,000 | $2,442 |
| May 8, 2026 | Unit 14E | Studio | $1,005,000 | $2,034 |
Description
Combining superb sophistication and craftsmanship with the intimate feeling of home, Residence 17B at 53 West 53 is a one-of-a-kind home that comprises 4,220 interior and 800 exterior square feet, offering four bedrooms and a windowed study, three-and-a-half bathrooms, and north-, south-, and east-facing exposures. Gracious proportions and ceilings ranging up to approximately 10'3" set the awe-inspiring stage for world-renowned designer Thierry Despont to craft residences with many custom elements typically reserved for privately commissioned homes. These museum-quality finishes coalesce with expressive architecture by Pritzker Prize-winner Jean Nouvel to create singular spaces of unsurpassed grandeur and elegance in both scale and proportion. From the formal entry foyer, an airy gallery leads to the generous living room lined with floor-to-ceiling windows that artfully frame north-facing views. A dramatic pair of pocket doors leads to the windowed breakfast room, adjoining the custom kitchen by Thierry Despont for Molteni, where polished statuary marble countertops and a back-lit statuary marble backsplash complement back-painted glass cabinetry with polished nickel detailing and Dornbracht fixtures. The extensive suite of appliances by Miele and Sub-Zero includes a fully integrated refrigerator and freezer, five-burner cooktop with fully vented hood, integrated dishwasher, double wall oven, speed oven, under-counter wine refrigerator, and integrated coffee maker. Off the southern end of the great room, an open study leads to the magnificent 800-square-foot private terrace. The primary suite also offers direct terrace access, a walk-in closet and spa-like ensuite bathroom that blends tradition and originality. Elegantly appointed in polished Noir St. Laurent marble, high-honed Verona limestone, and polished Persian golden travertine with polished nickel Dornbracht fixtures throughout, the primary bathroom features two separate custom carved vanities with custom Thierry Despont-designed polished nickel automated mirrors, a cast iron Lefroy Brooks soaking tub, freestanding shower, radiant heated floors, and private water closet. Bedrooms Two and Three each enjoy eastern light and share a generous secondary bathroom clad in high-honed Verona limestone with polished nickel Dornbracht fixtures, featuring a double vanity and private water closet. Bedroom Four is north-facing and offers an en suite bath. Completing the residence are a beautifully appointed powder room and a discreet utility room with side-by-side washer and vented dryer. No detail has been overlooked, from the custom interior lighting designed by Thierry Despont in collaboration with Schwinghammer, to the motorized Lutron solar shades with additional blackout shades in select locations, to the supply of humidified and filtered fresh air throughout the home. 53 West 53 is a sculptural icon, rising 1,050 feet in the heart of Manhattan against the cinematic backdrop of Central Park and the surrounding cityscape. Designed to be responsive to residents in every way, 53 West 53 offers 30,000 square feet of amenities and five-star hotel-level service, bringing an unprecedented level of access and refinement to the residential experience. The building also features an on-premise partner restaurant, 53 by Altamarea Group, with exclusive resident-only dining experiences. The complete offering terms are in an offering plan available from Sponsor. File No. CD14-0230. Sponsor: W2005/Hines West Fifty-Third Realty, LLC, 53 West 53rd.
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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
210
Median Asking Price
$1.79M
Median $/Sqft
$1,813
Avg Days on Market
N/A
New This Week
7
Price Reduced
28%
Sold (30 Days)
11
Median Sale Price
$1.61M
Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 11/1/26, 12:24 AM EST
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Common questions about this property
The current listed common charges are $11,289 per month. Confirm the exact amount with Milton Coste before making an offer.
The current listed annual property tax is $78,324, or roughly $6,527 per month. Verify the current assessment with your attorney before closing.
This property has 4 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms and 1 half bathroom.
The listed interior living area is 4,220 square feet. Verify dimensions independently during due diligence.
According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 2020, making it approximately 6 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: Cats and dogs Ok - 40 pounds,Building Pets Allowed Comments:Cats and dogs Ok - 40 pounds. Contact Milton Coste for weight limits or breed restrictions.
At the current list price of $14,880,000 for 4,220 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $3,526. 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 milton@miltoncoste.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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Quick Facts
Monthly Costs Estimate
$2,976,000
Source: Freddie Mac PMMS
Est. Monthly Payment
$0
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Mansion tax applies at this price point
New York State charges the buyer a mansion tax on residential purchases at $1,000,000 or more. At this asking price the tier is $10M to $14,999,999 at 3.25%, applied to the whole purchase price. It is due in cash at closing and cannot be financed.
Estimated mansion tax at asking
$483,600
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