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Tower 53, 159 West 53rd Street, #28E

$1,700,000 ($1,401 per ft2) | 2 beds, 2 baths | Approx. 1,213 ft2
Building Profile  | 
95 days on Market

Key Details

  • Listed: Jun 4, 2024
    Days on Market: 95
    Building Type: Condominium
    Neighborhood: Midtown West (Manhattan)
    Doorman: FT Doorman
Monthly Common Charges: $1,746
Monthly Real Estate Taxes: $1,735
Total Taxes & Fees: $3,481 ($2.87/ft2)
Est. Monthly Mortgage: $9,580
Total Est. Monthly Carrying Cost: $13,061 ($10.77/ft2)
Note: the above is based on a down payment of 10% ($170,000), which is the minimum amount permitted by the building.

Open house:

  • The afternoon of Saturday, Sep 7
By appointment only.

Description

Presenting #28E at Tower 53. Beautifully renovated and spacious, this high-floor, 2-bed, 2 bath condominium is perfectly situated in the heart of Midtown Manhattan. This expansive, sun-filled corner home boasts double exposures (south and west) and a large private balcony with breathtaking views of the Hudson River, Central Park and Times Square. The modern windowed kitchen features granite countertops, high-end stainless steel appliances and plenty of counter and cabinet space.

Designed with a split bedroom layout, each bedroom easily accommodates a king-size bed and the master offers an en-suite bathroom. Bright and airy with oversized windows throughout, including the spacious living room and separate dining area large enough for a full-size table.There are also numerous oversized closets with floor-to-ceiling custom-made doors. Tower 53 is a post-war, full-service luxury condominium with a full-time doorman and concierge service, a roof deck offering stunning panoramic city and central park views and conveniences such as a parking garage, valet dry cleaning, newly renovated laundry room, package room and cold storage.

Enjoy the best of everything in the heart of midtown: Fifth Avenue shopping, gourmet restaurants, endless entertainment options such as Lincoln Center, MoMA, Rockefeller Center, Broadway Shows, Radio City and Central Park. Convenient to all major subway lines. Pets are welcome. All utilities are included in monthly common charges and discounted internet/cable plans offered.

Perfect as a primary residence, pied-a-terre or investment property. Subletting allowed and pets(inc. dogs under 35 lbs) are welcome.

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Apartment Amenities

  • City View
  • River View
Listing courtesy of BRAITHWAITE REALTY LLC

Pricing History

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About Tower 53, 159 West 53rd Street

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Tower 53, 159 West 53rd Street has received a CityRealty Rating of 59, based on:

 
Architecture

Anything above 30 is remarkable, from 20-29 is distinguished and from 11-19 is average, while below 11 is below average.

 
Location

Anything above 27 is remarkable, from 18-26 is distinguished and from 9-17 is average, while below 9 is below average.

 
Features

Anything above 22 is remarkable, from 16-21 is distinguished and from 9-15 is average, while below 9 is below average.

Rating Summary

18
Out of 44
+
22
Out of 36
+
13
Out of 39
+
6
=
59
Out of 119
 

Architecture Rating: Points Breakdown

Exterior:
Unattractive 3 out of 8 points
Retail Quality:
Good 3 out of 5 points
Canopy Entrance:
Attractive 2 out of 3 points
Alterations:
None 2 out of 2 points
Plaza Or Atrium:
Exists 1 out of 3 points
Contextual Design:
No and Bad 0 out of 3 points
Skyline:
Exists 1 out of 2 points
Local Visibility:
Highly Visible 2 out of 2 points
Watertank:
Enclosed 1 out of 2 points
Airconditioners:
Discrete 1 out of 2 points
Free Standing:
Corner 1 out of 2 points
Gargoyles:
None 0 out of 2 points
Garden:
None 0 out of 2 points
Fenestration:
Consistent 1 out of 1 points
Landmark:
No 0 out of 2 points
Unity:
Unrelated Base 0 out of 1 points
Illumination:
None 0 out of 1 points
Water Element:
None 0 out of 1 points

Location Rating: Points Breakdown

Street Ambience:
Attractive / Pleasant 3 out of 5 points
Distance To Neighborhood Center:
Less than 10 blocks 5 out of 5 points
Views:
Open 2 out of 4 points
Neighborhood Ambience:
Attractive 2 out of 3 points
Traffic Noise:
A lot 0 out of 3 points
Protected Views:
Only Top Floors 1 out of 2 points
Distance To Subway:
3-5 Short Blocks 1 out of 2 points
Firedepartment Noise:
No Noise 2 out of 2 points
Distance To Supermarket:
3-5 Short Blocks 1 out of 2 points
Distance To Park:
3-6 Short Blocks 1 out of 2 points
Distance To Water:
More than 6 Short Blocks 0 out of 2 points
Shopping:
5 or less Short Blocks 2 out of 2 points
Schools:
No Noise 1 out of 1 points
Noise From Nightlife:
None 1 out of 1 points

Features Rating: Points Breakdown

Lobby:
Quite Stylish 3 out of 5 points
Units Per Floor:
10-15 1 out of 5 points
Ceiling:
8-9 Feet 1 out of 4 points
Balconies:
Many 2 out of 3 points
Health Club:
None 0 out of 2 points
Private Gardens:
None 0 out of 2 points
Storage Rooms:
Minimal 1 out of 2 points
Bay Windows:
None 0 out of 1 points
Fireplaces:
None 0 out of 1 points
Door Person:
Yes 1 out of 1 points
Concierge:
Yes 1 out of 1 points
Elevator Person:
None 0 out of 1 points
Recreational Roof:
None 0 out of 1 points
Driveway:
None 0 out of 1 points
Maids Room:
None 0 out of 1 points
Catering:
None 0 out of 1 points
Garage:
Yes 1 out of 1 points
Mixed Use:
Yes 1 out of 1 points
Non Rectilinear Form:
No 0 out of 1 points
Unusual Layouts:
No 0 out of 1 points
Prewar:
No 0 out of 1 points
Other Amenities:
Some 1 out of 2 points

Building Amenities

  • Conversion Year: 1983
  • Concierge
  • FT Doorman
  • Post War
  • Resident Storage
  • Full Service Garage
  • Rooftop Terrace
  • Washer/Dryer in building
  • Elevator
  • Fitness Center
  • On-Site Parking
  • Outdoor Entertainment Space
  • Live-In Superintendent
  • Terraces / Balconies

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Pros
  • Convenient to many major west Midtown office buildings and Rockefeller Center
  • Close to the theater district and Times Square
  • Close to many major landmarks
  • Close to many fine restaurants, several at the impressive Equitable Center
  • Nearby access to subway and buses
  • Many staggered balconies
  • Doorman
Cons
  • Many apartments
  • No health club
  • No sundeck
  • Conventional layouts
  • Heavy traffic
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Subways

  1. B
  2. D
  3. E
at Broadway and 53rd 0.01 miles
  1. N
  2. Q
  3. R
at 7th Ave 0.12 miles
  1. 1
at Broadway 0.15 miles
  1. F
at 6th Ave 0.22 miles
  1. C
at 8th Ave and 51st 0.24 miles
  1. M
at 6th Ave and 51st 0.30 miles
  1. A
at Columbus Circle 0.36 miles

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