159 West 53rd Street, Unit 34E
Description
As you arrive, the foyer featuring...Welcome to this thoughtfully renovated, high-floor 2 bedroom and 2 bathroom home in Tower 53 Condominium, a full-service condominium in the heart of Midtown Manhattan. This split layout corner apartment has a sizable private balcony, perfect for sipping your morning coffee or a late afternoon cocktail. Sunshine spills into the apartment through the oversized windows with their south and west exposure. The expansive city views are to the Hudson River and beyond.
As you arrive, the foyer featuring 3 large closets leads into the airy and open living and dining room, the perfect spot for relaxing and entertaining. The generous balcony expands your living space through the glass sliding door, with incredible views south, west and north. The open chef’s kitchen has a wide bar counter for casual dining, a south-facing window, new Viking stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and ample cabinets for all your kitchen needs.
The bedrooms are on opposite sides of the home for maximum privacy. The primary bedroom features an en-suite bathroom and custom closets. The second bedroom also has custom closets and a built-in desk. There is a flexible bonus space that can serve as a home office.
The renovations include: gorgeous new white oak floors throughout, updated custom closets, new Viking appliances, new lighting, reconfigured layout for easy living, and a Murphy bed for additional guests.
Building amenities include a wonderful staff and 24-hour doorman, a stunning roof deck, a common laundry room, and a live-in superintendent. Tower 53 is perfectly situated between Central Park and the theater district offering the best of New York. World class restaurants, bars, and shopping are nearby, as is public transportation. Welcome home!
Amenities
- Corner Unit
- Full-Time Doorman
- Concierge
- Balcony
- Roof Deck
- Common Roof Deck
- Hardwood Floors
- Elevator
Property Details for 159 West 53rd Street, Unit 34E
| Status | Temporarily Off Market |
|---|---|
| Days on Market | 116 |
| Taxes | $1,763 / month |
| Common Charges | $1,946 / month |
| Min. Down Pymt | 20% |
| Total Rooms | 5.0 |
| Compass Type | Condo |
| MLS Type | - |
| Year Built | 1968 |
| County | New York County |
| Buyer's Agent Compensation | 2.5% |
Building
TOWER 53
Location
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Building Information for 159 West 53rd Street, Unit 34E
Payment Calculator
$12,851 per month
30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest
$9,142
$1,763
$1,946
Property History for 159 West 53rd Street, Unit 34E
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 08/13/2025 | Temporarily Off Market Manual | — |
| 04/19/2025 | Listed (Active) Manual | $1,850,000 |
| 04/16/2021 | Sold Manual | $1,750,000 |
| 04/16/2021 | $1,750,000 | |
| 03/20/2021 | Contract Signed Manual | — |
| 12/04/2020 | Listed (Active) Manual | $1,795,000 |
| 03/03/2006 | Permanently Off Market RealPlus #ad1ada8708a41067bb6fec724f6188dfe8386a94 | $949,000 |
| 08/12/2003 | Temporarily Off Market RealPlus #ad1ada8708a41067bb6fec724f6188dfe8386a94 | $949,000 |
| 06/25/2003 | Listed (Active) RealPlus #ad1ada8708a41067bb6fec724f6188dfe8386a94 | $949,000 |
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Public Records for 159 West 53rd Street, Unit 34E
Schools near 159 West 53rd Street, Unit 34E
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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