Building
53 West 53
53 W 53rd St, Manhattan, NY 10019

53 W 53rd St, also known as 53 West 53, is an iconic skyscraper located in the heart of Midtown Manhattan, New York City. Designed by the renowned architect Jean Nouvel, this striking building stands out with its unique tapering silhouette and innovative architectural design. Rising above the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA), 53 West 53 offers residents unparalleled access to world-class art and culture.



The luxury condominium features exquisitely designed residences with floor-to-ceiling windows that

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Building
53 West 53
53 W 53rd St, Manhattan, NY 10019

Building Amenities

Bike Room
Central AC
Common Library
Concierge
Elevator
Full-Time Concierge
Full-Time Doorman
Golf Room
Gym
Handyman

Building PoliciesUPDATED 03/06/2026

General Policies
Pet Policy: Pets Allowed
Rental/Sublet Policy: Allowed
Pied-a-Terre Policy: Allowed
Washer/Dryer Policy: Allowed
Policies are subject to change at the discretion of building management and may not apply to renters.

Building Facts

Building Overview
Property Type: Condo
Building Size: Highrise
Access: Elevator
Service Level: Full-Service Building
Year Built: 2018
Building Era: New Development
Year Last Altered: 2015
Building Class: D6
Architect: Jean Nouvel
Interior Designer: SLCE Architects, Adamson Associates, Thierry Despont
Owner: THE MUSEUM OF MODERN
Developer: Hines, Pontiac Land Group and Goldman Sachs
Size & Dimensions
Units: 145
Stories: 82
Building Sq. Ft.: 600,040 Sq. Ft.
Lot Sq. Ft.: 2,209 Sq. Ft.
Lot Width: 22 Ft.
Lot Depth: 100.42 Ft.
Buildings on Lot: 1
Zoning & Use
Zoning Districts: C6-6
Land Use Category: D6
Residential Units: 180
Total Units: 145
Residential Area(SF): 541,233 Sq. Ft.
Commercial Area(SF): 58,807 Sq. Ft.
Location Details
Street Address: 53 W 53rd St
Zip Code: 10019
Building Name: 53 West 53
Complex Name: -
Neighborhood: Theater District
City: Manhattan
State: NY
Districts
Community District: 105
City Council: 4
Police Precinct: 18
Fire Department: E023
School District: 02

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Schools


SchoolTypeGradesDistanceRating
St Thomas Choir SchoolPrivate3-80.3 mi
NR
Jacqueline Kennedy-Onassis High SchoolPublic9-120.4 mi
5
P.S. 35Public1-120.4 mi
NR
Repertory Company High School for Theatre ArtsPublic9-120.5 mi
8

St Thomas Choir School

3-8, 0.3 mi, Private

NR

Jacqueline Kennedy-Onassis High School

9-12, 0.4 mi, Public

5

P.S. 35

1-12, 0.4 mi, Public

NR

Repertory Company High School for Theatre Arts

9-12, 0.5 mi, Public

8

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

More information about 53 W 53rd St, Manhattan, NY 10019

This building sits amid Hell's Kitchen, Upper West Side, Central Park South, Midtown Central and Midtown East, intersecting ZIP codes 10065, 10069, 10151, 10153 and 10036 — and directly borders Manhattan, New York, Weehawken, West New York and Guttenberg. For added insight, see how this compares to average rental rates in Manhattan. *All numbers are for indication only and are not guaranteed.

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Updated as of Mar 6, 2026.