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    159 W 53rd St APT 38GH, New York, NY 10019

    3beds
    1,700sqft
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    Condominium
    Built in 1968
    -- sqft lot
    $1,974,800 Zestimate®
    $1,174/sqft
    $3,300/mo HOA

    What's special

    Private terraceHigh ceilingsWindowed marble bathroomCrown moldingsHardwood floors
    Penthouse Living Above Midtown Perched high above Midtown Manhattan, this approximately 1,700-square-foot penthouse offers 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, a private terrace, and exceptional triple exposures to the north, east, and west. Oversized windows fill the home with natural light while framing expansive city and Central Park views. The gracious living and dining rooms sit side by side, creating an impressive entertaining space surrounded by skyline views. High ceilings, crown moldings, and hardwood floors add a sense of scale and classic New York character, while the private terrace offers a rare outdoor retreat above the city. The windowed eat-in kitchen is generously proportioned and equipped with Sub-Zero, Thermador, and Bosch appliances, with room for a breakfast table. The spacious primary suite features large windows, generous storage, and a windowed marble bathroom. 2 additional bedrooms provide flexibility for family, guests, or a home office, while 5 additional closets offer excellent storage throughout the residence. Set on a high floor with exposures in 3 directions, the apartment feels remarkably bright and removed from the energy of Midtown below. Tower 53 is a full-service condominium in the heart of Manhattan, offering 24-hour doorman and concierge service, a landscaped roof deck with panoramic views, an on-site garage, and a central laundry room. Electricity is included in the common charges. The building is pet-friendly and permits live/work use. Central Park, Carnegie Hall, Broadway theaters, Radio City Music Hall, Fifth Avenue shopping, Columbus Circle, and some of Manhattan's most celebrated dining are all nearby, with multiple subway lines providing convenient access throughout the city. A rare combination of space, light, views, and private outdoor living in the heart of Manhattan.
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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Compass 828-707-3082,

    Sangmi Park,

    John Keenan

    Source: StreetEasy,MLS#: S1849019

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 3
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Washer/Dryer
      • Laundry: Inside
      Features
      • Flooring: Hardwood
      • Has fireplace: No
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,700
      • Total interior livable area: 1,700 sqft

      Property

      Features
      • Patio & porch: Other
      • Exterior features: Balcony
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: City, Park/Greenbelt, Skyline
      Details
      • Parcel number: 010061216
      • 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, Roof Deck, Fitness Center, Elevator(s), Concierge
      • Services included: Maintenance
      • HOA fee: $3,300 monthly
      Location
      • Region: New York

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $1,174/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $731,632
      • Annual tax amount: $37,656
      • Date on market: 9/21/2026

        Estimated market value

        $1,974,800

        $1.88M - $2.07M

        $10,615/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        9/21/2026Listed for sale$1,995,000-5%$1,174/sqft
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        7/27/2026Listing removed$2,100,000$1,235/sqft
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        5/13/2026Price change$2,100,000-12.5%$1,235/sqft
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        4/27/2026Listed for sale$2,399,000-7.7%$1,411/sqft
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        7/18/2024Listing removed--
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        6/17/2024Price change$8,850-6.8%$5/sqft
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        6/5/2024Price change$9,500-4%$6/sqft
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        5/11/2024Listed for rent$9,900$6/sqft
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        2/23/2022Listing removed--
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        4/14/2021Listed for sale$2,600,000+20.4%$1,529/sqft
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        8/11/2015Sold$2,160,000-5.7%$1,271/sqft
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        8/1/2015Listed for sale$2,290,000$1,347/sqft
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        6/20/2015Pending sale$2,290,000$1,347/sqft
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        5/11/2015Price change$2,290,000-2.6%$1,347/sqft
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        4/29/2015Price change$2,350,000-1.7%$1,382/sqft
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        2/18/2015Price change$2,390,000-4%$1,406/sqft
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        12/15/2014Listed for sale$2,490,000+55.6%$1,465/sqft
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        9/28/2006Sold$1,600,000$941/sqft
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        5/5/2006Sold$1,600,000+85.9%$941/sqft
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        11/1/2000Sold$860,500+294.7%$506/sqft
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        9/30/1999Sold$218,000$128/sqft
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        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$37,841 +0.7%$329,234 +1.6%
        2024$37,577 -1.6%$324,021 -2.6%
        2023$38,197 $332,670 +5.6%
        2022-- $314,894 -1.8%
        2021-- $320,691 -9.7%
        2020-- $355,201 +2.3%
        2019$29,476 -12.1%$347,217 +6.6%
        2018$33,518 +5.7%$325,658 +11.4%
        2017$31,723 +7%$292,428 -3.9%
        2016$29,658 $304,402 +22.3%
        2015$29,658 +88.2%$248,818 +1.4%
        2014$15,757 $245,377 +1.3%
        2013-- $242,128 +2.4%
        2012-- $236,512 -2.8%
        2011-- $243,211 +22.2%
        2010-- $198,966 -7.3%
        2009-- $214,593
        Find assessor info on the county website

        Monthly payment

        Estimated monthly payment$1,822
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: Midtown

        Getting around

        98 / 100
        Walker's Paradise
        100 / 100
        Rider's Paradise
        88 / 100
        Very Bikeable

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