159 West 53rd Street, Unit 27H
Description
With magnificent east and north exposures and city views, the oversized living and dining area is a bright and elegant space that commands attention. This room offers plenty of space for a 6 person dining table, sectional and additional seating.
The thoughtful...Experience the pinnacle of sophisticated living at Tower 53, a premier full-service building in the heart of Midtown. Welcome to unit 27H, a stunning, high-floor corner two-bedroom condominium designed for both grand entertaining and quiet luxury.
With magnificent east and north exposures and city views, the oversized living and dining area is a bright and elegant space that commands attention. This room offers plenty of space for a 6 person dining table, sectional and additional seating.
The thoughtful layout of 27H includes two beautifully appointed bedrooms, a full bathroom, an additional powder room for guests and even a charming dining nook with built-in bench seating, an ideal spot for your morning coffee. The renovated, windowed kitchen features high end stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, garbage disposal and a dishwasher.
Off the living room is the spacious king-size primary bedroom which is bathed in natural light from its corner windows, offering a peaceful escape with blue sky views. The spa level windowed, en-suite bathroom features a European spa shower with granite tiles and Kohler fixtures.
The second bedroom is a versatile space with a functional built-in for storage, effortlessly transforming into a private home office, a cozy nursery, or a welcoming guest room. Throughout the home, you'll find freshly painted skim-coated walls, crown moldings, and wide plank oak floors. Central heating and A/C and custom closets are an added bonus.
Tower 53 provides an unparalleled lifestyle with white-glove service, including a 24/7 doorman and concierge. Residents have exclusive access to an oversized laundry room, a parking garage, and a breathtaking roof deck with panoramic views of Central Park and the city skyline. With all-inclusive common charges covering your electricity, heat, cooking gas, and all building amenities, this is a truly effortless way to live.
Located just steps from Broadway, Columbus Circle, and some of the city’s finest dining and cultural landmarks, we invite you to make 27H your new home.
Fuel surcharge is $124/month
Listing Agents
![Esther Patten]()
esther.patten@compass.comP: (917)-515-7436
![Kevin Maher]()
kevin.maher@compass.comP: (914)-943-7488
Amenities
- Doorman
- Full-Time Doorman
- Concierge
- Deck
- Roof Deck
- Common Roof Deck
- Crown Mouldings
- Hardwood Floors
Property Details for 159 West 53rd Street, Unit 27H
| Status | Sold |
|---|---|
| Days on Market | 19 |
| Taxes | $1,189 / month |
| Common Charges | $1,163 / month |
| Min. Down Pymt | 10% |
| Total Rooms | 4.0 |
| Compass Type | Condo |
| MLS Type | Condo |
| Year Built | 1968 |
| County | New York County |
| Buyer's Agent Compensation | 2.5% |
Building
TOWER 53
Location
Building Information for 159 West 53rd Street, Unit 27H
Payment Calculator
$8,189 per month
30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest
$5,837
$1,189
$1,163
Property History for 159 West 53rd Street, Unit 27H
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/12/2025 | Sold Manual | $1,050,000 |
| 11/26/2025 | $1,050,000 +1.0% / yr | |
| 09/30/2025 | Contract Signed Manual | — |
| 09/10/2025 | Listed (Active) Manual | $1,050,000 |
| 12/01/2011 | Sold RealPlus #d4416ac5a57603c5d05889193b0b10ab10dadbef | $910,000 |
| 12/01/2011 | $910,000 | |
| 08/22/2011 | Contract Signed RealPlus #d4416ac5a57603c5d05889193b0b10ab10dadbef | $969,000 |
| 07/13/2011 | Listed (Active) RealPlus #d4416ac5a57603c5d05889193b0b10ab10dadbef | $969,000 |
| 12/09/2009 | Sold RealPlus #94c403fa3fac8d0d47391e067cfc5182412641d2 | $655,000 |
| 03/03/2006 | Permanently Off Market RealPlus #94c403fa3fac8d0d47391e067cfc5182412641d2 | $470,000 |
| 10/20/2003 | Temporarily Off Market RealPlus #94c403fa3fac8d0d47391e067cfc5182412641d2 | $470,000 |
| 07/15/2003 | Listed (Active) RealPlus #94c403fa3fac8d0d47391e067cfc5182412641d2 | $470,000 |
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 27H
Schools near 159 West 53rd Street, Unit 27H
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | PK to 5 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
| 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 |
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.
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