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  • $1,284,500

    159 W 53rd St APT 26B, New York, NY 10019

    2beds
    1,050sqft
    Condo
    Built in 1968
    -- sqft lot
    $1,284,500 Zestimate®
    $1,223/sqft
    $7,118 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $1,284,500

    $1.16M - $1.44M

    $7,118/mo

    Zestimate® history
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    What's special

    Panoramic City Views in this Freshly Renovated Two bedroom, Two Bath Home, with Balcony Be the first to own this bright sponsor condo in a full- service building. No board package! This crisply updated two bedroom, two bathroom residence displays impressive views of the New York City skyline on a high floor, with a large southern- facing balcony, floor to ceiling windows, and plentiful closets throughout the unit. There is an immaculate living room boasting southern and eastern facing windows, with awe-inspiring city views as you escape onto your balcony. You are welcomed into this home by an illuminated hallway with new hardwood floors and high ceilings. A spacious south-facing master bedroom with full en suite bath, includes track lighting, a grand walk-in-closet with built-in shelving, and an additional closet for storage. The second bedroom faces east and is almost as quiet as it is pristine, with two beautiful built in closets. It transitions seamlessly back into the living room area by way of two pocket doors. The windowed kitchen is comprised of new appliances and cabinetry, and has expansive northern-facing city views that are sure to keep you entertained, day and night. Off the kitchen there is another storage closet, and second bathroom with stall shower, both usefully located within close proximity to the living room. The impressive amount of closet space throughout the apartment combined with the sweeping city views and light, allow you to find retreat in this home situated in an enterprising part of New York City. 159 West 53rd Street is a post-war building with a full-time doorman and concierge. Amenities include a roof deck with comprehensive views of Central Park, a garage, and laundry room. Note there is a monthly fuel charge of $115.70 per month. Gas and electric are included in the common charges.

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    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 2
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 1,050 sqft

    Property

    Lot
    • Size: 0.28 Acres
    Details
    • Parcel number: 010061115

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: Condo
    Condition
    • Year built: 1968

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Features: Doorman
    HOA
    • Has HOA: Yes
    • HOA fee: $1,279 monthly
    Location
    • Region: New York

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $1,223/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $398,053
    • Annual tax amount: $20,588

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    3/27/2019Sold$1,125,000-4.3%$1,071/sqft
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    1/26/2019Pending sale$1,175,000$1,119/sqft
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    12/4/2018Price change$1,175,000-1.7%$1,119/sqft
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    10/9/2018Price change$1,195,000-4%$1,138/sqft
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    8/15/2018Price change$1,245,000-3.9%$1,186/sqft
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    8/1/2018Price change$1,295,000-3.7%$1,233/sqft
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    7/17/2018Price change$1,345,000-3.6%$1,281/sqft
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    6/27/2018Price change$1,395,000-3.8%$1,329/sqft
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    5/29/2018Listed for sale$1,450,000$1,381/sqft
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    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$20,588 +0.7%$179,124 +1.6%
    2024$20,444 -1.6%$176,287 -2.6%
    2023$20,781 $180,993 +5.6%
    2022-- $171,322 -1.8%
    2021-- $174,476 -9.7%
    2020-- $193,251 +2.3%
    2019$19,439 +6.6%$188,907 +6.6%
    2018$18,236 +5.7%$177,178 +11.4%
    2017$17,259 +7%$159,099 -3.9%
    2016$16,135 $165,614 +22.3%
    2015$16,135 +55.3%$135,372 +1.4%
    2014$10,390 $133,500 +1.3%
    2013-- $131,733 +2.4%
    2012-- $128,677 -2.8%
    2011-- $132,322 +22.2%
    2010-- $108,249 -7.3%
    2009-- $116,746
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    Neighborhood: Midtown

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