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    159 W 53rd St APT 28E, New York, NY 10019

    2beds
    1,213sqft
    Condominium
    Built in 1968
    -- sqft lot
    $1,677,200 Zestimate®
    $1,340/sqft
    $7,795 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $1,677,200

    $1.48M - $1.90M

    $7,795/mo

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    What's special

    Oversized windowsSplit bedroom layoutExpansive sun-filled corner homeLarge private balconyOversized closetsHigh-end stainless steel appliancesSeparate dining area
    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. Call for a private showing.

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    Listed by:

    Justin Braithwaite,

    BRAITHWAITE REALTY LLC

    Source: StreetEasy,MLS#: S1720377

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 2
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    Rooms
    • Room types: Package Room
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher
    • Laundry: Inside
    Features
    • Flooring: Hardwood
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 1,213
    • Total interior livable area: 1,213 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Parking features: Garage
    • Has garage: Yes
    Features
    • Patio & porch: Other
    • Exterior features: Balcony
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: City, Park/Greenbelt, Water
    • Has water view: Yes
    • Water view: Water
    Details
    • Parcel number: 010061134
    • Special conditions: Resale

    Construction

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

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Features: Doorman, Full Time Doorman
    • Security: Doorman, Full-Time Doorman
    • Subdivision: Midtown
    HOA
    • Has HOA: Yes
    • Amenities included: Laundry, Elevator(s), Concierge
    • Services included: Maintenance
    • HOA fee: $1,746 monthly
    Location
    • Region: New York

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $1,340/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $403,792
    • Annual tax amount: $20,820
    • Date on market: 6/4/2024

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    2/10/2025Sold$1,625,000-3%$1,340/sqft
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    12/2/2024Contingent$1,675,000$1,381/sqft
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    10/23/2024Price change$1,675,000-1.5%$1,381/sqft
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    8/14/2024Price change$1,700,000-2.9%$1,401/sqft
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    6/4/2024Listed for sale$1,750,000+455.6%$1,443/sqft
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    3/4/1999Sold$315,000$260/sqft
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    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$20,884 +0.7%$181,707 +1.6%
    2024$20,739 -1.6%$178,830 -2.6%
    2023$21,081 $183,603 +5.6%
    2022-- $173,793 -1.8%
    2021-- $176,992 -9.7%
    2020-- $196,038 +2.3%
    2019$19,719 +6.6%$191,632 +6.6%
    2018$18,499 +5.7%$179,733 +11.4%
    2017$17,508 +7%$161,393 -3.9%
    2016$16,368 $168,001 +22.3%
    2015$16,368 +88.2%$137,324 +1.4%
    2014$8,696 $135,425 +1.3%
    2013-- $133,632 +2.4%
    2012-- $130,532 -2.8%
    2011-- $134,230 +22.2%
    2010-- $109,810 -7.3%
    2009-- $118,441
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    Neighborhood: Midtown

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