#RLS20020955, LORETTA M SHANAHAN, Listing office: Douglas Elliman Real Estate

53 W 53rd St Unit 49A New York City, NY 10019
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About 53 W 53rd St Unit 49A
<p>Combining superb sophistication and craftsmanship with the intimate feeling of home, Residence 49A at 53 West 53 comprises 3,765 square feet, offering four bedrooms and a windowed study, four-and-a-half bathrooms, and north- and east-facing exposures. Gracious proportions and ceilings ranging up to approximately 11 feet set the awe-inspiring stage for world-renowned designer , Thierry Despont, to craft singular spaces in the sky with many custom elements typically reserved for primarily commissioned homes. The rich yet soft palette of museum-quality finishes imbues each space with boldness and elegance.</p> <p>The formal entry gallery gives way to the generous corner living room, with floor-to-ceiling windows that artfully frame open north- and east-facing views. The adjoining open custom kitchen by Thierry Despont for Molteni offers polished statuary marble countertops and a back-lit statuary marble backsplash that complement back-painted glass cabinetry with polished nickel detailing and Dornbracht fixtures. The extensive suite of appliances by Miele and Sub-Zero includes a fully integrated refrigerator and freezer, five-burner cooktop with fully vented hood, integrated dishwasher, wall oven, speed oven, under-counter wine refrigerator, and integrated coffee maker.</p> <p>An airy gallery leads past the windowed study to the primary suite, offering north- and east-facing views; a walk-in closet; and spa-like ensuite bathroom that blends tradition and originality. Elegantly appointed in polished Noir St. Laurent marble, high-honed Verona limestone, and polished Persian golden travertine with polished nickel Dornbracht fixtures throughout, the primary bathroom features two separate custom carved vanities with custom Thierry Despont-designed polished nickel automated mirrors, a cast iron Lefroy Brooks soaking tub, freestanding shower, radiant heated floors, private water closet with commode and bidet, and a large linen closet. Three additional bedrooms with east-facing views each offer an en suite bathroom clad in high-honed Verona limestone with polished nickel Dornbracht fixtures. </p> <p>Completing the residence are a beautifully appointed powder room and a discreet utility closet with side-by-side washer and vented dryer. No detail has been overlooked, from the custom interior lighting design by Thierry Despont in collaboration with Schwinghammer, to the motorized Lutron solar shades throughout with additional blackout shades in each bedroom, to the supply of humidified and filtered fresh air throughout the home.</p> <p>With visionary design by Pritzker Prize-winner Jean Nouvel and interiors by the legendary Thierry Despont, 53 West 53 is a sculptural icon, rising 1,050 feet in the heart of Manhattan against the cinematic backdrop of Central Park and the surrounding cityscape. 53 West 53 is designed to be responsive to residents in every way, with over 30,000 square feet of amenities and five-star hotel-level service that bring an unprecedented level of access and refinement to the residential experience. The building also features an on-premise partner restaurant, 53 by Altamarea Group, offering resident-only dining experiences.</p> <p>The complete offering terms are in an offering plan available from Sponsor. File No. CD14-0230. Sponsor: W2005/Hines West Fifty-Third Realty, LLC, 53 West 53rd Street, Unit 38C, New York, NY 10019.</p>
Highlights
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 4
- Basement: No
- Total Bedroom Count: 4
- View: City, Park
- Exterior: None, Private Outdoor Space Under 60 Sqft
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $15,350,000
- Price/SqFt: $4,077
- HOA Amount: $10178 Monthly
- Year Built: 2020
- Living Area: 3,765 SqFt
- MLS Number: RLS20006463
- MLS Name: RLS
- Office Name: Douglas Elliman Real Estate
- Office Phone: (212) 891-7000
- Listing Agent: Rollins Shari Scharfer
- Agent Phone: (917) 846-7369
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Nearby schools
7
PS 212 Midtown West
Public District PK-5
0.5 mi
•328 W 48th St
10
Success Academy Charter School-Hell's Kitchen
Public Charter KG-4
0.6 mi
•439 W 49th St Fl ST-2nd
4
P.S. 111 Adolph S. Ochs School
Public District PK-5
0.7 mi
•440 W 53rd St
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
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The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $77,455. Most New York City, NY residents have annual incomes between $35k-100k. Typical family type is single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is post secondary degree.
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About 53 W 53rd St Unit 49A
The listing price of 53 W 53rd St Unit 49A property is $15,350,000.
The property 53 W 53rd St Unit 49A is a condo located in New York City, New York, 10019.
Active Listing: 53 W 53rd St Unit 49A is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 53 W 53rd St Unit 49A are: PS 212 Midtown West (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Success Academy Charter School-Hell's Kitchen (GreatSchools Rating 10/10), P.S. 111 Adolph S. Ochs School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), City Knoll Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), The Riverside School for Makers and Artists (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Ella Baker School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Jacqueline Kennedy-Onassis High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Repertory Company High School for Theatre Arts (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Professional Performing Arts High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10).
The property at 53 W 53rd St Unit 49A has 4 bedrooms and 4 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 53 W 53rd St Unit 49A is 3,765 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 53 W 53rd St Unit 49A is 2020.
This home is located at 53 W 53rd St Unit 49A in New York City, NY and zip code 10019 in the Midtown East neighborhood. This 3,765 square foot home was built in 2020. Features: 4 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since February 27, 2025 and is currently priced at $15,350,000.
New York City, NY housing market in May 2025 saw over 207 listings sold above listed price, more than 936 sold at listed price and over 737 sold below. Between April and May 2025, New York City, NY real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 0.3%. While the average time on the market in May 2025 was 121 days, the median list price was $875,081.