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Sale Pending at 159 W 53rd Street #34E, New York, NY 10019 | MLS# RLS20079245 | Listing updated on 2026-10-16
Photo 1 of Sale Pending at 159 W 53rd Street #34E, New York, NY 10019 | MLS# RLS20079245 | Listing updated on 2026-10-16
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$1,695,000

Monthly Est:$8,437

  • Beds Icon2 Beds
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    2 Baths
  • Beds Icon1,214sqft

159 W 53rd Street #34E, New York, NY 10019

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  • Apartment

  • Built in 1968

  • $1,896/mo HOA

  • 12,019 sqft lot

  • $1,396/sq.ft

Description

Welcome to this thoughtfully renovated, high-floor 2 bedroom and 2 bathroom home in Tower 53 Condominium, a full-service condominium in the heart of Midtown Manhattan. This split layout corner apartment has a sizable private balcony, perfect for sipping your morning coffee or a late afternoon cocktail. Sunshine spills into the apartment through the oversized windows with their south and west exposure. The expansive city views are to the Hudson River and beyond. This home is perfect as a centrally located pied-à-terre NOT subject to the pied-à-terre tax!

As you arrive, the foyer featuring 3 large closets leads into the airy and open living and dining room, the perfect sp
ot for relaxing and entertaining. The generous balcony expands your living space through the glass sliding door, with incredible views south, west and north. The open chef’s kitchen has a wide bar counter for casual dining, a south-facing window, new Viking stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and ample cabinets for all your kitchen needs.

The bedrooms are on opposite sides of the home for maximum privacy. The primary bedroom features an en-suite bathroom and custom closets. The second bedroom also has custom closets and a built-in desk. There is a flexible bonus space that can serve as a home office.

The renovations include: gorgeous new white oak floors throughout, updated custom closets, new Viking appliances, new lighting, reconfigured layout for easy living, and a Murphy bed for additional guests. Option to include furniture.

Building amenities include a wonderful staff and 24-hour doorman, a stunning roof deck, a common laundry room, and a live-in superintendent. Tower 53 is perfectly situated between Central Park and the theater district offering the best of New York. World class restaurants, bars, and shopping are nearby, as is public transportation. Welcome home!

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  • Listing updated: October 16, 2026 at 6:27 pm
  • Listing Provided by: Jennifer E Amos Taylor (917) 968-7504 , Nina Hennessey (646) 644-3341 | Compass (212) 913-9058
  • Source: Rebny MLS-NY | MLS#: RLS20079245 Rebny MLS-NY

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Property Details

  • Status

    Pending

  • Type

    Condominium

  • No. of Stories

    38

  • County

    New York County

  • City

    New York

  • Neighborhood

    Theater District

  • Year Built

    1968

  • HOA Fees

    $1896/mo

  • Finished Area

    1,214 sqft

  • Lot Size

    12,019 sqft lot

  • Basement Area

    - sqft

  • MLS Name

    Rebny MLS

  • MLS Number

    RLS20079245

  • Days on Market

    224

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HOA Management

N/A

HOA Fees

$1,896.39/ Monthly

Disclaimer: Amenities are based on third-party information and may vary; buyers must independently verify all amenities, as information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

Facts & Features

Rooms

  • Bedrooms & bathrooms

    Bedrooms: 2

    Bathrooms: 2

Interior

  • Cooling

    Central Air

  • Window Features

    Double Pane Windows

  • Exterior Features

    Balcony, Building Roof Deck, Private Outdoor Space Over60sqft

  • Interior Features

    Breakfast Bar, Recessed Lighting, Walk In Closets

  • Flooring

    Hardwood

  • Appliances

    Stainless Steel Appliances

Utilities & Energy

  • Parking Features

    Garage

  • Laundry Features

    Common On Floor, Common Area

Other Features

  • Patio And Porch Features

    Balcony

  • Subdivision Name

    Midtown

Price History

DateEventPrice

09/18/2026

Source: mls_logoRebny MLS-NY #RLS20079245

Pending

$1,695,000 -5.57%

$1,396/sqft

03/24/2026

Source: mls_logoRebny MLS-NY #RLS20079245

Listed for Sale

$1,795,000

$1,479/sqft

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