159 West 53rd Street, Unit 34E

Listed By CompassContract Signed
Listed By CompassContract Signed
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Contract Signed
$1,695,000
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2 beds1,214 sqft

159 West 53rd Street, Unit 34E, Midtown Central, Manhattan, NY 10019

Building Info: TOWER 53, 38 stories, Built 1968

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. This home is perfect as a centrally...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. This home is perfect as a centrally located pied-à-terre NOT subject to the pied-à-terre tax!

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. Option to include furniture.

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!

CondoProperty Type
1968Year Built
$1,396/sq ftPrice per sq ft
$1,896/moCommon Charges
Pets welcomePet policy
2.5% CompensationBuyer's Agent
Last updated: 10/16/2026 02:27 PM
174 days on Market
Listing Agents
  1. Jennifer Amos-Taylor

    Jennifer Amos-Taylor

    Listing Agent

    P: (917) 968-7504

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  2. Nina Hennessey

    Nina Hennessey

    Alternative Listing Agent

    P: (646) 644-3341

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  3. Ellen Saland

    Ellen Saland

    Alternative Listing Agent

    P: (917) 951-9522

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  4. Wendy Nanasi

    Wendy Nanasi

    Alternative Listing Agent

    P: (917) 312-6968

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  5. Lisa Garey

    Lisa Garey

    Alternative Listing Agent

    P: (917) 445-5803

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  6. Kathleen Klech

    Kathleen Klech

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    P: (917) 657-0332

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Amenities

159 West 53rd Street, Unit 34E

  • Corner Unit
  • Full-Time Doorman
  • Concierge
  • Balcony
  • Common Roof Deck
  • Hardwood Floors
  • Oversized Windows
  • Soundproof Windows

Location

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$12,712 per month

Principal and Interest

$9,049

Property Taxes

$1,767

Maintenance/Common Charges

$1,896

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Property information

159 West 53rd Street, Unit 34E

Property Details

  • Taxes: $1,767 / month
  • Min. Down Pymt: 20%

Building Information

  • Building/Complex: TOWER 53
  • Floor: 34
  • Stories: 38
  • Residences: 220
  • Pet Policy: Allowed
  • Year Built: 1968
  • Building Age: Post-war
  • Building Type: Midrise

Property History

159 West 53rd Street, Unit 34E

DateEventPriceLink
Sep 18, 2026

Contract Signed

Manual

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Aug 18, 2026

Price Change

Manual

$1,695,000
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Mar 27, 2026

Listed (Active)

Manual

$1,795,000
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DateEventPrice
09/18/2026

Contract Signed

Manual

—
08/18/2026

Price Change

Manual

$1,695,000
03/27/2026

Listed (Active)

Manual

$1,795,000

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public records

159 West 53rd Street, Unit 34E

Total Finished SqFt

1,213 SqFt

Lot Size

0 SqFt

Year Built

1968

Zoning

C6-6

APN

1010061182

Schools

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This home is within New York City Geographic District # 2.

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