$1,500,000

159 W 53rd St Unit 16E New York City, NY 10019

$10,000
Closing credit¹
2 beds
2 full
1,213 sqft
$1,237 / sqft
Condo

Property details

About 159 W 53rd St Unit 16E

Welcome to your dream home in the heart of Midtown Manhattan. This sun-filled, high-floor corner apartment boasts open city views to the west and south. A desirable split layout, this spacious two-bedroom, two-bathroom residence includes a sizable private balcony perfect for relaxation or entertaining. As you enter, you're greeted by a gracious foyer with ample closet space, leading into a bright and airy living room that seamlessly connects to a separate dining area. A versatile bonus space can serve as a perfect home office. The windowed kitchen is a chef's delight, offering abundant storage, granite countertops, and stainless steel appliances. Both of the king-sized bedrooms feature en-suite bathrooms and are strategically positioned on opposite ends of the home to ensure maximum privacy. Large windows throughout invite in natural light, while through-the-wall HVAC units provide year-round comfort. Tower 53 is a premier full-service luxury condominium, featuring a 24-hour door person, concierge service, and a breathtaking rooftop deck with panoramic views of the city and Central Park. Additional conveniences include an on-site parking garage, valet dry cleaning, newly renovated laundry room on the 10th floor, package room, and cold storage. Experience the vibrant Midtown lifestyle with world-class shopping along Fifth Avenue, exquisite dining options, and cultural attractions such as Lincoln Center, MoMA, and Broadway. Enjoy convenient access to the B, D, and E subway lines located just outside the building. Subletting is permitted, and pets (including cats and dogs under 35 lbs) are welcome. The apartment benefits from low monthly carrying costs. Ongoing fuel assessment $142.07 per month (covers all utilities including heat, hot water, central A/C and electricity). Taxes reflect primary residence abatement, which equates to an annual savings of approximately $3,500/year.

Highlights

Home typeCondominium
StatusSale Pending
Size1,213 sqft
Year built1968
ParkingGarage
MLS #RLS11029365

Summary

  • MLS Number: RLS11029365
  • MLS Name: RLS
  • Office Name: Compass
  • Office Phone: (212) 913-9058
  • Office Email: daniel.marrello@compass.com
  • Listing Agent: Cindy Scholz
  • Agent Phone: (212) 913-9058

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Nearby schools

7

PS 212 Midtown West

Public District PK-5

0.4 mi

328 W 48th St

10

Success Academy Charter School-Hell's Kitchen

Public Charter KG-4

0.5 mi

439 W 49th St Fl ST-2nd

4

P.S. 111 Adolph S. Ochs School

Public District PK-5

0.5 mi

440 W 53rd St

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $89,696. Residents of New York City, NY typically earn less than $<35k each year. The majority of families are single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

34%
<35k
21%
35k-100k
28%
100k-200k
17%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

78%
Single, No Kids
1%
Single, with Kids
18%
Married, No Kids
3%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

3%
<11 yrs old
1%
12-17 yrs old
31%
18-34 yrs old
27%
35-64 yrs old
38%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Major League Soccer (MLS)Major League Soccer (MLS)
  • TennisTennis
  • Art MuseumsArt Museums

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Banana RepublicBanana Republic
  • Crate & BarrelCrate & Barrel
  • BloomingdalesBloomingdales

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Jack In The BoxJack In The Box
  • StarbucksStarbucks
  • ChipotleChipotle

What do the neighbors drive?

  • ToyotaToyota
  • BMWBMW
  • AudiAudi

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • JazzJazz
  • NewsNews
  • AlternativeAlternative
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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About 159 W 53rd St Unit 16E

This home is located at 159 W 53rd St Unit 16E in New York City, NY and zip code 10019 in the Theater District neighborhood. This 1,213 square foot home was built in 1968. Features: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since January 20, 2025 and is currently priced at $1,500,000.

Over 189 listings were sold over their listed price in February 2025 in New York City, NY. In the same period over 627 listings were sold below the listed price and 682 listings were sold for the listed price. In February 2025 in New York City, NY there were 3.1% less homes for sale than in January. While the average time on the market in February 2025 was 130 days, the median list price was $867,439.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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