159 West 53rd Street, Unit 15B

TOWER 53
Theater District

$1,195,000
Price
2
Beds
863 Sq. Ft.
$1,385 / Sq. Ft.
863
Sq. Ft.
$1,385
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Welcome to residence 15B at 159 West 53rd Street, a thoughtfully appointed high-floor two-bedroom, two-bath condominium offering refined living in the heart of Midtown. The entry foyer leads into a bright and expansive south-facing living and dining room, enhanced by oversized windows and access to a private balcony overlooking Midtown Manhattan. The thoughtfully designed windowed kitchen offers both style and functionality and has been recently updated with a series of new stainless-steel appliances....Welcome to residence 15B at 159 West 53rd Street, a thoughtfully appointed high-floor two-bedroom, two-bath condominium offering refined living in the heart of Midtown. The entry foyer leads into a bright and expansive south-facing living and dining room, enhanced by oversized windows and access to a private balcony overlooking Midtown Manhattan. The thoughtfully designed windowed kitchen offers both style and functionality and has been recently updated with a series of new stainless-steel appliances. The spacious primary suite features generous closet space and an en-suite bath. The second bedroom is well proportioned and has access to the second full bath. Hardwood floors, thru-wall air conditioning, and abundant storage throughout complete this exceptional home. 159 West 57th Street is a full-service, pet-friendly condominium offering a full-time doorman and concierge, live-in superintendent, laundry facilities, and on-site parking (available for an additional fee). Residents also enjoy a beautifully maintained roof deck with sweeping city views. Ideally positioned moments from Central Park, Broadway theaters, premier shopping, world-class dining, and major subway lines, this residence offers the very best of Midtown living. Contact us today to schedule a private showing. Fuel assessment $136.62 per month
  1. Listed by Daniela Kunen • Douglas Elliman Real Estate
    P: (212)-891-7611 C: (212)-891-7611 dkunen@elliman.com
  2. Listed by Priscilla F Tuohy • Douglas Elliman Real Estate
    P: (212)-891-7000 C: - ptuohy@elliman.com

Property Details for 159 West 53rd Street, Unit 15B

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LISTING UPDATED: 02/20/2026 12:08 PM

Property Details for 159 West 53rd Street, Unit 15B

StatusActive
MLS IDRLS20072182
Days on Market5
Taxes$1,184 / month
Common Charges$1,272 / month
Min. Down Pymt10%
Total Rooms4.5
Compass TypeCondo
MLS TypeCondo
Year Built1968
CountyNew York County

Building

TOWER 53

208 Units38 StoriesBuilt in 1968

Location

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Building Information for 159 West 53rd Street, Unit 15B

Building/ComplexTOWER 53Floor15Stories38Residences208Pet PolicyAllowedPet Policy Details3Year Built1968Building AgePost-war

Payment Calculator

$9,008 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$6,552

Property Taxes

$1,184

Maintenance/Common Charges

$1,272

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Property Information for 159 West 53rd Street, Unit 15B

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Subdivision Name: Midtown
  • Stories Total: 37
  • Exposures: South
  • Garage Spaces: 0.0
  • View: Yes
  • Zoning Description: C6-6
Taxes and HOA
  • Tax Lot: 1028
  • Tax Deduction Percent: .00%
  • Tax Block: 01006
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Flip Tax: $0
  • Building Tax Lot: 7501
  • Tax Monthly Amount: 1184.0
  • Tax Abatement YN: false
Parking
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces Assigned YN: false
Property
Lot Information
  • Living Area: 863.0
  • Living Area Units: SquareFeet
  • Building Name: Tower 53
Building Information
  • Building Features: Concierge, Elevators
  • Landmark Status YN: false
  • Building Exterior Features: BuildingRoofDeck
  • Building Laundry Features: Other
  • Building Pets Allowed: BuildingYes
  • Building Pets Allowed Comments: 35 lbs
  • Capital Reserves YN: false
  • Green Building YN: false
Property and Assessments
  • New Development: No
  • Sponsor Unit: No
  • Certificate Of Occupancy: Yes
  • Percent Of Common Elements: .00%
  • Common Interest: Condominium
  • Number Of Shares: 0
  • New Construction: No
  • Structure Type: HighRise
  • Property Condition: Good
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Basement: Other
  • Exterior Features: None
  • Patio And Porch Features: None
Interior Features
  • Cooling: WallUnits
  • Entry Level: 15
  • Appliances: WasherDryerAllowed
  • Fireplace: No
  • Floor Number: 15
  • Basement: No
  • Cooling: Yes
  • ElevatorsTotal: 8
Multi Family
Multi-Family Information
  • Unit Line: B
  • Number Of Units Total: 208
Rental
Rental Information
  • Pets Allowed: UnitNo
  • Attendance Type: DoormanFullTime
  • Land Lease: No
  • Pets Allowed Comments: 35 lbs

Property History for 159 West 53rd Street, Unit 15B

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciationLink
Feb 16, 2026

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS20072182

$1,195,000—
Apr 18, 2016

Permanently Off Market

RealPlus #5099438308ee3a85ebfb72dd952881c89dc55d7a

$1,275,000——
Sep 22, 2013

Temporarily Off Market

RealPlus #6426c7ef8f53911be1a08448186e0848824f6ceb

$1,275,000——
Sep 21, 2013

Temporarily Off Market

RLS RESO #RLS10456149

—
Sep 21, 2013

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS10456149

$1,350,000—
Jul 11, 2011

Temporarily Off Market

RealPlus #6426c7ef8f53911be1a08448186e0848824f6ceb

$1,100,000——
Dec 18, 2010

Listed (Active)

RealPlus #6426c7ef8f53911be1a08448186e0848824f6ceb

$1,100,000——
Apr 6, 2009

Permanently Off Market

RealPlus #1e36dcd87fb28e09704d1ef4e1db08b4127f8d55

$1,275,000——
Jan 29, 2009

Sold

RealPlus #1e36dcd87fb28e09704d1ef4e1db08b4127f8d55

$1,275,000——
Jan 25, 2009

Price Change

RealPlus #1e36dcd87fb28e09704d1ef4e1db08b4127f8d55

$1,275,000——
Jan 13, 2009

Price Change

RealPlus #1e36dcd87fb28e09704d1ef4e1db08b4127f8d55

$1,220,000——
Nov 9, 2008

Listed (Active)

RealPlus #1e36dcd87fb28e09704d1ef4e1db08b4127f8d55

$1,299,000——
Nov 8, 2008

Sold

RealPlus #1e36dcd87fb28e09704d1ef4e1db08b4127f8d55

$1,350,000——
Sep 27, 2008

Listed (Active)

RealPlus #1e36dcd87fb28e09704d1ef4e1db08b4127f8d55

$1,350,000——
Sep 24, 2008

Sold

RealPlus #2a3c12c7bc7c838e972cb22bb0cfd37e4004e3c7

$1,250,000——
Sep 18, 2008

Sold (Public Record)

ACRIS #2008092300519001

$1,200,000—
Jun 30, 2008

Contract Signed

RealPlus #2a3c12c7bc7c838e972cb22bb0cfd37e4004e3c7

$1,250,000——
Mar 22, 2008

Listed (Active)

RealPlus #2a3c12c7bc7c838e972cb22bb0cfd37e4004e3c7

$1,250,000——
DateEvent & SourcePrice
02/16/2026

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS20072182

$1,195,000
04/18/2016

Permanently Off Market

RealPlus #5099438308ee3a85ebfb72dd952881c89dc55d7a

$1,275,000
09/22/2013

Temporarily Off Market

RealPlus #6426c7ef8f53911be1a08448186e0848824f6ceb

$1,275,000
09/21/2013

Temporarily Off Market

RLS RESO #RLS10456149

—
09/21/2013

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS10456149

$1,350,000
07/11/2011

Temporarily Off Market

RealPlus #6426c7ef8f53911be1a08448186e0848824f6ceb

$1,100,000
12/18/2010

Listed (Active)

RealPlus #6426c7ef8f53911be1a08448186e0848824f6ceb

$1,100,000
04/06/2009

Permanently Off Market

RealPlus #1e36dcd87fb28e09704d1ef4e1db08b4127f8d55

$1,275,000
01/29/2009

Sold

RealPlus #1e36dcd87fb28e09704d1ef4e1db08b4127f8d55

$1,275,000
01/25/2009

Price Change

RealPlus #1e36dcd87fb28e09704d1ef4e1db08b4127f8d55

$1,275,000
01/13/2009

Price Change

RealPlus #1e36dcd87fb28e09704d1ef4e1db08b4127f8d55

$1,220,000
11/09/2008

Listed (Active)

RealPlus #1e36dcd87fb28e09704d1ef4e1db08b4127f8d55

$1,299,000
11/08/2008

Sold

RealPlus #1e36dcd87fb28e09704d1ef4e1db08b4127f8d55

$1,350,000
09/27/2008

Listed (Active)

RealPlus #1e36dcd87fb28e09704d1ef4e1db08b4127f8d55

$1,350,000
09/24/2008

Sold

RealPlus #2a3c12c7bc7c838e972cb22bb0cfd37e4004e3c7

$1,250,000
09/18/2008

Sold (Public Record)

ACRIS #2008092300519001

$1,200,000
06/30/2008

Contract Signed

RealPlus #2a3c12c7bc7c838e972cb22bb0cfd37e4004e3c7

$1,250,000
03/22/2008

Listed (Active)

RealPlus #2a3c12c7bc7c838e972cb22bb0cfd37e4004e3c7

$1,250,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 159 West 53rd Street, Unit 15B

Taxable ValueLand$32,405Additions$132,369Total$164,774
Home Facts
Total Finished SqFt892 SqFtLot Size0 SqFtYear Built1968ZoningC6-6APN1010061028

Schools near 159 West 53rd Street, Unit 15B

This home is within New York City Geographic District # 2.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
P.S. 111 Adolph S Ochs
Public - PK to 5
Middle 297
Public - 6 to 8
Lower Manhattan Community Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Nyc Lab Ms For Collaborative Studies
Public - 6 to 8
Rating
School
Distance
P.S. 111 Adolph S Ochs
PublicPK to 5

Middle 297
Public6 to 8

Lower Manhattan Community Middle School
Public6 to 8

Nyc Lab Ms For Collaborative Studies
Public6 to 8

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More information about 159 West 53rd Street, Unit 15B, Theater District

159 West 53rd Street, Unit 15B is a condo for sale in Theater District. This property was listed for sale on February 16, 2026 by Douglas Elliman Real Estate, it's currently listed at $1,195,000. It has been on the market for a total of 5 days and was last sold on January 29, 2009. This listing's school district is New York City Geographic District # 2. Nearby schools include P.S. 111 Adolph S Ochs, Middle 297 and Lower Manhattan Community Middle School. 159 West 53rd Street, Unit 15B is a 2-bed, 2-bath, 863 sqft condo built in 1968.

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