159 West 53rd Street, Unit 34E

TOWER 53
Theater District

$1,795,000
Price
2
Beds
1,214 Sq. Ft.
$1,479 / Sq. Ft.
1,214
Sq. Ft.
$1,479
per Sq. Ft.
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Listed By Compass
Listed By Compass
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Description

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...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!

Listing Agents

  1. Jennifer Amos-Taylor

    Jennifer Amos-Taylor

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    jet@compass.com

    P: (917)-968-7504

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  2. Nina Hennessey

    Nina Hennessey

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass

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  3. Ellen Saland

    Ellen Saland

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass

    ellen.saland@compass.com

    P: (917)-951-9522

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  4. Wendy Nanasi

    Wendy Nanasi

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass

    wendy.nanasi@compass.com

    P: (917)-312-6968

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  5. Lisa Garey

    Lisa Garey

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass

    lisa.garey@compass.com

    P: (917)-445-5803

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  6. Kathleen Klech

    Kathleen Klech

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass

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Amenities

  • Corner Unit
  • Full-Time Doorman
  • Concierge
  • Balcony
  • Roof Deck
  • Common Roof Deck
  • Hardwood Floors
  • Oversized Windows
LISTING UPDATED: 04/23/2026 11:55 AM

Property Details for 159 West 53rd Street, Unit 34E

StatusActive
Days on Market46
Taxes$1,767 / month
Common Charges$1,896 / month
Min. Down Pymt20%
Total Rooms5.0
Property TypeCondo
MLS Type-
Year Built1968
CountyNew York County
Buyer's Agent Compensation2.5%

Building

TOWER 53

208 Units38 StoriesBuilt in 1968
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Building Information for 159 West 53rd Street, Unit 34E

Building/ComplexTOWER 53Floor34Stories38Residences208Pet PolicyAllowedPet Policy Details-Year Built1968Building AgePost-war

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$12,702 per month

30 year fixed, 6.46% Interest

Principal and Interest

$9,039

Property Taxes

$1,767

Maintenance/Common Charges

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Property History for 159 West 53rd Street, Unit 34E

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciationLink
Mar 27, 2026

Listed (Active)

Manual

$1,795,000——
Aug 13, 2025

Temporarily Off Market

Manual

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Apr 19, 2025

Listed (Active)

Manual

$1,850,000——
DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/27/2026

Listed (Active)

Manual

$1,795,000
08/13/2025

Temporarily Off Market

Manual

—
04/19/2025

Listed (Active)

Manual

$1,850,000

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 34E

Taxable ValueLand$48,368Additions$197,577Total$245,945
Home Facts
Total Finished SqFt1,213 SqFtLot Size0 SqFtYear Built1968ZoningC6-6APN1010061182

Schools near 159 West 53rd Street, Unit 34E

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

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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More information about 159 West 53rd Street, Unit 34E, Theater District

159 West 53rd Street, Unit 34E is a condo for sale in Theater District. This property was listed for sale on March 27, 2026 by Compass, it's currently listed at $1,795,000. It has been on the market for a total of 46 days and was last sold on April 16, 2021. 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 34E is a 2-bed, 2-bath, 1,214 sqft condo built in 1968.

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