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159 Madison Avenue, #9A

$595,000 | 1 bed, 1 bath
Building Profile  | 
98 days on Market

Key Details

  • Listed: Sep 19, 2024
    Last Price Change: ($25,000) on Dec 14
    Days on Market: 98
    Building Type: Cooperative
    Neighborhood: Murray Hill (Manhattan)
    Doorman: FT Doorman
    Listing viewed 323 times
Monthly Maintenance: $2,218
Est. Monthly Mortgage: $3,183
Total Est. Monthly Carrying Cost: $5,401
Note: the above is based on a down payment of 20% ($119,000), which is the minimum amount permitted by the building.

Description

SPRAWLING ONE BEDROOM + PRIVATE OUTDOOR BALCONY

This stunning oversized one-bedroom loft at 159 Madison Ave is a perfect blend of indoor and outdoor living. Spanning an impressive 800 square feet, this move-in ready residence is designed for both comfort and style, offering soaring 9.5-foot ceilings, elegant recessed lighting, and beautiful oak hardwood floors throughout.
The expansive 31-foot living room seamlessly connects to an east-facing terrace, ideal for enjoying the sun or hosting intimate gatherings. The updated kitchen features sleek granite countertops, a new dishwasher, and an abundance of maple cabinetry, providing both form and function.
Nestled in a historic pre-war co-op, this home offers an unparalleled lifestyle with its prime location at the crossroads of NoMad, Murray Hill, and Midtown South.

The building boasts a full-time doorman, a beautifully landscaped year-round roof terrace, and laundry on every floor. Washers and dryers are allowed in the unit with board approval, and additional storage is available for rent.
With easy access to transportation (6, N, R, W, B, D, F, M, Q), Madison Square Park, top-tier dining, and fantastic shopping, this location truly has it all. The building permits co-purchasing, gifting, pied-à-terres, and welcomes pets with board approval.

Subletting is also allowed.
Don’t miss the chance to make this exceptional loft your own!

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Apartment Amenities

  • Balcony
Listing courtesy of Corcoran Group

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About 159 Madison Avenue

46

159 Madison Avenue has received a CityRealty Rating of 46, 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

17
Out of 44
+
19
Out of 36
+
10
Out of 39
=
46
Out of 119
 

Architecture Rating: Points Breakdown

Exterior:
Very Attractive 5 out of 8 points
Retail Quality:
Mixed 1 out of 5 points
Canopy Entrance:
Attractive 2 out of 3 points
Alterations:
Well Done 1 out of 2 points
Plaza Or Atrium:
None 0 out of 3 points
Contextual Design:
No, but OK 1 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:
Allowed and Present 0 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:
Unified Design 1 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:
Average Mix 2 out of 5 points
Distance To Neighborhood Center:
Less than 20 blocks 4 out of 5 points
Views:
Open 2 out of 4 points
Neighborhood Ambience:
Bland 1 out of 3 points
Traffic Noise:
Considerable 1 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:
More than 6 Short Blocks 0 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:
Minimal but Attractive 2 out of 5 points
Units Per Floor:
5-9 2 out of 5 points
Ceiling:
8-9 Feet 1 out of 4 points
Balconies:
Some 1 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:
None 0 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:
None 0 out of 1 points
Mixed Use:
No 0 out of 1 points
Non Rectilinear Form:
No 0 out of 1 points
Unusual Layouts:
No 0 out of 1 points
Prewar:
Yes 1 out of 1 points
Other Amenities:
Some 1 out of 2 points

Building Amenities

  • FT Doorman
  • PT Doorman
  • Pre War
  • Resident Storage
  • Rooftop Terrace
  • Washer/Dryer in building
  • Elevator
  • Outdoor Entertainment Space
  • Bike Room
  • Live-In Superintendent
  • Terraces / Balconies

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Pros
  • Very handsome- Italian Renaissance-style
  • Close to Murray Hill district
  • Not far from Herald Square- Penn Station and Madison Square Garden
  • Doorman
  • Not far from the trendy restaurants of the Flatiron District
  • Close to the Morgan Library
  • Excellent public transportation
  • Pre-war construction
  • Close to Subway
Cons
  • No garage
  • Immediate neighborhood lacks some charm
  • Considerable traffic on Madison Avenue
  • No health club
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Subways

  1. 6
at Park Ave 0.08 miles
  1. N
  2. R
at Broadway 0.28 miles
  1. M
  2. B
  3. D
  4. F
  5. Q
at 6th Ave 0.31 miles
  1. 1
  2. 2
  3. 3
at 7th Ave 0.48 miles
  1. 4
  2. 5
  3. 7
at Madison Ave and 42nd 0.49 miles

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