159 West 53rd Street, Unit 38H
Description
This PH unit and light-filled home have been fully upgraded setting the standard for Luxury. Oversized windows and beautiful hardwood floors will invite you into an expansive and airy space, with sweeping Triple Exposure of North, East, and West. Enjoy magical Central Park and City views from every exposure, your own serene...ICONIC LUXURY PENTHOUSE / OASIS IN THE SKY - Sought after 3 bedrooms / 2.5 bathrooms home with Private Outdoor Balcony at Tower 53. Roughly 1,700 Square Feet of Perfection.
This PH unit and light-filled home have been fully upgraded setting the standard for Luxury. Oversized windows and beautiful hardwood floors will invite you into an expansive and airy space, with sweeping Triple Exposure of North, East, and West. Enjoy magical Central Park and City views from every exposure, your own serene escape from the city.
The living/dining room has a grand, pre-war feel with crown moldings and approximately 9 feet ceilings. As you walk from room to room you can admire the view from the large windows that line the penthouse. Stepping into the side-by-side open living and dining area you are surrounded by city views, park views, and a terrace. Step outside onto your terrace on New Year's Eve and to the South watch the ball drop and to the North watch the fireworks. This apartment has the best exposures New York City has to offer.
The windowed kitchen boasts high-end appliances which include a Sub Zero fridge, a Thermador 4 burner stove, and oven as well as a Bosch dishwasher and microwave. Also, there is enough space for an eat-in kitchen for a breakfast table.
The master suite is spacious and includes a windowed marble bathroom. The high floor makes this unit a quiet retreat in the sky. Two more bedrooms line the hallway with 5 additional closets for storage. There are new hardwood floors throughout the entire apartment. Electric included in common charges and laundry in building.
Centrally located in the heart of midtown Manhattan, Tower 53 condominium puts you in a location convenient to everything. New York staples such as Central Park, Radio City Music Hall, Broadway theaters, and Carnegie Hall are all at your fingertips. Shop at Bergdorf Goodman and Chanel, dine at Masa and Per Se, or buy groceries at Whole Foods. Public transportation and taxis are right outside your door. Built-in 1968 w/ 37 floors and 214 units, Tower 53 features studios, 1-bedrooms, 2-bedrooms, and larger apartments. Many have sizable terraces. Luxury Full-Service Building w/ 24 Hour Doorman & Concierge Service. Garage, Roof Deck (w/ Fabulous Views) & Laundry Room. Electricity included, Live/Work Allowed, Pets are welcome.
Listing Agents
![Sangmi Park]()
sangmi.park@compass.comP: (828)-707-3082
![Ronita Kalra]()
ronita.kalra@compass.comP: (347)-843-9479
![Mirim Yoo]()
mirim.yoo@compass.comP: (917)-940-7155
![Rachelle Camhi]()
rachelle.camhi@compass.comP: (917)-972-3969
![Brenda Rau]()
brenda.rau@compass.comP: (813)-784-5408
Amenities
- Penthouse
- Floor Thru
- Corner Unit
- Full-Time Doorman
- Concierge
- Balcony
- Private Terrace
- Deck
- Roof Deck
- Common Roof Deck
- Common Outdoor Space
- Hardwood Floors
- High Ceilings
- Oversized Windows
- Elevator
- Washer / Dryer in Unit
- Washer / Dryer Hookup
- Laundry in Building
- Central AC
- Dishwasher
- Formal Dining Room
- Foyer
- Powder Room
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Windowed Kitchen
- Marble Bathroom
- Northern Exposure
- Eastern Exposure
- Western Exposure
- Voice Intercom
- Garage
- Full-Time Concierge
- Midrise
- Parking Included
- Stove
- Highrise
Property Details for 159 West 53rd Street, Unit 38H
| Status | Active |
|---|---|
| Days on Market | 1 |
| Taxes | $3,138 / month |
| Common Charges | $3,300 / month |
| Min. Down Pymt | 0% |
| Total Rooms | 8.0 |
| Property Type | Condo |
| MLS Type | Condo |
| Year Built | 1968 |
| County | New York County |
Building
TOWER 53
Location
Building Information for 159 West 53rd Street, Unit 38H
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$21,538 per month
30 year fixed, 6.46% Interest
$15,100
$3,138
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1Property History for 159 West 53rd Street, Unit 38H
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 04/27/2026 | Price Change Manual | $2,399,000 |
| 04/27/2026 | Listed (Active) Manual | $2,339,000 |
| 02/23/2022 | Temporarily Off Market RLS RESO | $2,600,000 |
| 10/31/2021 | $2,600,000 | |
| 09/09/2021 | $2,600,000 | |
| 04/15/2021 | $2,600,000 | |
| 04/14/2021 | $2,600,000 | |
| 07/31/2015 | $2,160,000 | |
| 07/31/2015 | $2,160,000 +3.3% / yr | |
| 06/19/2015 | — | |
| 09/22/2014 | $2,290,000 | |
| 08/28/2013 | $2,300,000 | |
| 09/20/2012 | $2,200,000 | |
| 04/25/2006 | Sold RealPlus #0cbc32f5b19def678edb2ce58cecfaaf03ec25a0 | $1,625,000 |
| 04/24/2006 | $1,600,000 | |
| 03/18/2006 | Contract Signed RealPlus #0cbc32f5b19def678edb2ce58cecfaaf03ec25a0 | $1,625,000 |
| 03/17/2006 | Listed (Active) RealPlus #0cbc32f5b19def678edb2ce58cecfaaf03ec25a0 | $1,625,000 |
| 03/10/2006 | Contract Signed RealPlus #0cbc32f5b19def678edb2ce58cecfaaf03ec25a0 | $1,625,000 |
| 02/24/2006 | Listed (Active) RealPlus #0cbc32f5b19def678edb2ce58cecfaaf03ec25a0 | $1,625,000 |
| 10/26/2005 | Permanently Off Market RealPlus #321dbe80f8b0ada1e38bbbbe6729256c782165c5 | $1,595,000 |
| 09/13/2005 | Price Change RealPlus #321dbe80f8b0ada1e38bbbbe6729256c782165c5 | $1,595,000 |
| 08/26/2005 | Price Change RealPlus #321dbe80f8b0ada1e38bbbbe6729256c782165c5 | $1,750,000 |
| 06/03/2005 | Price Change RealPlus #321dbe80f8b0ada1e38bbbbe6729256c782165c5 | $1,875,000 |
| 04/19/2005 | Listed (Active) RealPlus #321dbe80f8b0ada1e38bbbbe6729256c782165c5 | $2,000,000 |
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Public Records for 159 West 53rd Street, Unit 38H
Schools near 159 West 53rd Street, Unit 38H
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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