159 West 53rd Street, Unit 31D

TOWER 53
Theater District

$970,000
Price
1
Bed
800 Sq. Ft.
$1,213 / Sq. Ft.
800
Sq. Ft.
$1,213
per Sq. Ft.

Description

High above in prestigious Tower 53, this newly renovated, south-facing apartment is the quintessential Midtown home. A post-war, full-service condominium, Tower 53 offers all the essential amenities for luxurious and convenient living in the heart of the city. Centrally located among iconic skyscrapers—and perfectly positioned between world-renowned Times Square and Columbus Circle—this residence is just steps from the city's finest restaurants, theaters, and major attractions in one of New York’s...High above in prestigious Tower 53, this newly renovated, south-facing apartment is the quintessential Midtown home. A post-war, full-service condominium, Tower 53 offers all the essential amenities for luxurious and convenient living in the heart of the city. Centrally located among iconic skyscrapers—and perfectly positioned between world-renowned Times Square and Columbus Circle—this residence is just steps from the city's finest restaurants, theaters, and major attractions in one of New York’s most dynamic neighborhoods. The B, D, and E subway lines are conveniently located at the building’s doorstep, providing seamless access to anywhere in the city. Classically laid out, the apartment features an open living and dining area, a spacious bedroom, and a separate kitchen—making it an ideal space to entertain, unwind, and live comfortably. Recently retouched with high-end finishes throughout, the home is thoughtfully designed with both indulgence and practicality in mind. The apartment boasts abundant closet and storage space. The beautifully modern bathroom includes an advanced shower system, Porcelanosa tiles, and Kohler fixtures. The updated kitchen features brand-new cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, elegant tiling, and a powerful ventilation system that directs cooking odors outside. Best of all, electricity and heating are included in the monthly charges—allowing for unlimited use of heating, air conditioning, and electricity all year round!
  1. Listed by Liang Li • Nest Seekers LLC
    P: (212)-252-8772 C: (212)-252-8772 liangl@nestseekers.com

Property Details for 159 West 53rd Street, Unit 31D

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LISTING UPDATED: 12/19/2025 05:11 AM

Property Details for 159 West 53rd Street, Unit 31D

StatusActive
MLS IDRLS20048384
Days on Market104
Taxes$1,360 / month
Common Charges$1,092 / month
Min. Down Pymt20%
Total Rooms4.0
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 31D

Building/ComplexTOWER 53Floor31Stories38Residences208Pet PolicyAllowedPet Policy Details3Year Built1968Building AgePost-war

Payment Calculator

$7,245 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$4,793

Property Taxes

$1,360

Maintenance/Common Charges

$1,092

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Property Information for 159 West 53rd Street, Unit 31D

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Subdivision Name: Midtown West
  • Cross Street: Avenue of the Americas/Seventh Avenue
  • Stories Total: 38
  • Exposures: South
  • View: Yes
Taxes and HOA
  • Tax Lot: 7501
  • Tax Deduction Percent: .00%
  • Tax Block: 1006
  • Flip Tax Type: Percent
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Flip Tax: $0
  • Tax Deduction Amount: $0
  • Tax Deduction Remarks: ASK EXCL BROKER
  • Building Tax Lot: 7501
  • Tax Monthly Amount: 1360.0
  • Tax Abatement YN: false
Parking
  • Garage: Yes
Property
Lot Information
  • Living Area: 800.0
  • Living Area Units: SquareFeet
Building Information
  • Building Features: Elevators
  • Building Exterior Features: BuildingRoofDeck
  • Building Laundry Features: CommonArea
  • Building Pets Allowed: BuildingYes
Property and Assessments
  • New Development: No
  • Building Rules: PiedATerreAllowed, CorporateOwnerAllowed
  • Sponsor Unit: No
  • Certificate Of Occupancy: No
  • 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
Interior Features
  • Cooling: CentralAir
  • Dining Type: Area
  • Floor Number: 31
  • Cooling: Yes
  • ElevatorsTotal: 4
  • Closets Total: 0
Multi Family
Multi-Family Information
  • Unit Line: D
  • Number Of Units Total: 0
Rental
Rental Information
  • Pets Allowed: UnitYes
  • Attendance Type: ConciergeFullTime, DoormanFullTime, LobbyAttendantFullTime
  • Land Lease: No

Property History for 159 West 53rd Street, Unit 31D

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciationLink
Sep 11, 2025

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS20048384

$970,000—
Feb 26, 2019

Sold

RLS RESO #RLS10433179

$953,000—
Feb 25, 2019

Sold (Public Record)

ACRIS #2019022801039001

$953,000—
Jan 10, 2019

Contract Signed

RLS RESO #RLS10433179

—
Jan 11, 2018

Permanently Off Market

RLS RESO #RLS10377577

$1,146,800—
Dec 6, 2017

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS10433179

$953,000—
Dec 6, 2017

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS10377577

$1,146,800—
Sep 28, 2013

Temporarily Off Market

RLS RESO #RLS10456579

$825,000—
Aug 26, 2013

Temporarily Off Market

RLS RESO #RLS10450236

—
Aug 26, 2013

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS10450236

$798,000—
Aug 23, 2013

Temporarily Off Market

RLS RESO #RLS10455482

—
Aug 23, 2013

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS10455482

$888,888—
Mar 28, 2013

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS10456579

$800,000—
Nov 14, 2011

Temporarily Off Market

RealPlus #4bde3e2dcaf5ae32e9ca2e28ac54012aef7db076

$798,000——
May 17, 2011

Price Change

RealPlus #4bde3e2dcaf5ae32e9ca2e28ac54012aef7db076

$798,000——
Aug 25, 2009

Price Change

RealPlus #4bde3e2dcaf5ae32e9ca2e28ac54012aef7db076

$780,000——
Jun 21, 2009

Price Change

RealPlus #4bde3e2dcaf5ae32e9ca2e28ac54012aef7db076

$799,000——
May 4, 2009

Price Change

RealPlus #4bde3e2dcaf5ae32e9ca2e28ac54012aef7db076

$858,000——
Jan 12, 2009

Listed (Active)

RealPlus #4bde3e2dcaf5ae32e9ca2e28ac54012aef7db076

$898,888——
Mar 4, 2004

Sold

RealPlus #79d62def313a2f91113c237f2a7b84bd70fc890a

$426,660——
Nov 14, 2003

Contract Signed

RealPlus #79d62def313a2f91113c237f2a7b84bd70fc890a

$450,000——
Oct 15, 2003

Listed (Active)

RealPlus #79d62def313a2f91113c237f2a7b84bd70fc890a

$450,000——
DateEvent & SourcePrice
09/11/2025

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS20048384

$970,000
02/26/2019

Sold

RLS RESO #RLS10433179

$953,000
02/25/2019

Sold (Public Record)

ACRIS #2019022801039001

$953,000
01/10/2019

Contract Signed

RLS RESO #RLS10433179

—
01/11/2018

Permanently Off Market

RLS RESO #RLS10377577

$1,146,800
12/06/2017

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS10433179

$953,000
12/06/2017

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS10377577

$1,146,800
09/28/2013

Temporarily Off Market

RLS RESO #RLS10456579

$825,000
08/26/2013

Temporarily Off Market

RLS RESO #RLS10450236

—
08/26/2013

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS10450236

$798,000
08/23/2013

Temporarily Off Market

RLS RESO #RLS10455482

—
08/23/2013

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS10455482

$888,888
03/28/2013

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS10456579

$800,000
11/14/2011

Temporarily Off Market

RealPlus #4bde3e2dcaf5ae32e9ca2e28ac54012aef7db076

$798,000
05/17/2011

Price Change

RealPlus #4bde3e2dcaf5ae32e9ca2e28ac54012aef7db076

$798,000
08/25/2009

Price Change

RealPlus #4bde3e2dcaf5ae32e9ca2e28ac54012aef7db076

$780,000
06/21/2009

Price Change

RealPlus #4bde3e2dcaf5ae32e9ca2e28ac54012aef7db076

$799,000
05/04/2009

Price Change

RealPlus #4bde3e2dcaf5ae32e9ca2e28ac54012aef7db076

$858,000
01/12/2009

Listed (Active)

RealPlus #4bde3e2dcaf5ae32e9ca2e28ac54012aef7db076

$898,888
03/04/2004

Sold

RealPlus #79d62def313a2f91113c237f2a7b84bd70fc890a

$426,660
11/14/2003

Contract Signed

RealPlus #79d62def313a2f91113c237f2a7b84bd70fc890a

$450,000
10/15/2003

Listed (Active)

RealPlus #79d62def313a2f91113c237f2a7b84bd70fc890a

$450,000

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 31D

Taxable ValueLand$30,557Additions$109,196Total$139,753
Tax Record2025$16,205 ($1,350 / month) Tax Class2Tax Rate12.5%
Home Facts
Total Finished SqFt798 SqFtLot Size0 SqFtYear Built1968ZoningC6-6APN1010061157

Schools near 159 West 53rd Street, Unit 31D

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 31D, Theater District

159 West 53rd Street, Unit 31D is a condo for sale in Theater District. This property was listed for sale on September 11, 2025 by Nest Seekers LLC, it's currently listed at $970,000. It has been on the market for a total of 104 days and was last sold on February 26, 2019. 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 31D is a 1-bed, 1-bath, 800 sqft condo built in 1968.

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