2 beds1,214 sqft$1,479/sqft
159 West 53rd Street, Unit 34E, Midtown Central
Building Info: TOWER 53, 38 stories, Built 1968
Est: $12,787/moGet pre-approved

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.

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 UPDATED: 08/06/2026 08:18 PM

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

Status
Days on Market
138
Pet Policy
Allowed
Taxes
$1,767 / month
Common Charges
$1,896 / month
Min. Down Pymt
20%
Total Rooms
5.0
Property Type
MLS Type
-
Year Built
1968
Buyer's Agent Compensation
2.5%

Amenities

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

Location

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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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$12,787 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$9,124

Property Taxes

$1,767

Maintenance/Common Charges

$1,896

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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

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, we 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
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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159 West 53rd Street, Unit 34E is a condo for sale in Midtown Central. 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 138 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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