Key Details

Listed: Jan 30, 2024

Days on Market: 89

Building Type: Condominium

Neighborhood: Midtown West (Manhattan)

Doorman: FT Doorman

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Monthly Common Charges: $915

Monthly Real Estate Taxes: $1,050

Total Taxes & Fees: $1,965 ($3.07/ft²)

Est. Monthly Mortgage: $4,943

Total Est. Monthly Carrying Cost: $6,908 ($10.79/ft²)

Note: the above is based on a down payment of 20% ($179,000), which is the minimum amount permitted by the building.

Description

Apartment 16K offers a serene sanctuary in the middle of midtown, right next door the MOMA. This pin-drop quiet and beautifully appointed studio/one bedroom has a separate sleeping area, eat-in kitchen, marble-clad bathroom, abundant storage and lovely open city views. The apartment is available furnished or unfurnished.

A perfect perch for all the city has to offer with the ease of condominium living.

Amenities at Museum Tower include a 24-hour door staff, concierge, valets and elevator attendants. There is a state-of-the-art fitness center with a sauna, a steam room, and a meditation room. A screening room, conference room, wine tasting room, and wine storage are also available.

Museum Tower has a beautifully landscaped roof terrace for you to enjoy. Five-star housekeeping services are available. Corporate ownership is permitted, as is financing up to 80% if you choose.

Pied-a-terres are allowed and pets are welcome.

About Museum Tower, 15 West 53rd Street

Museum Tower, 15 West 53rd Street has received a CityRealty Rating of 90, based on:

Architecture

Anything above 30 is remarkable, from 20-29 is distinguished and from 11-19 is average, while below 11 is below average.

Location

Anything above 27 is remarkable, from 18-26 is distinguished and from 9-17 is average, while below 9 is below average.

Features

Anything above 22 is remarkable, from 16-21 is distinguished and from 9-15 is average, while below 9 is below average.

Rating Summary

Out of 44

Out of 36

Out of 39

Out of 119

Architecture Rating: Points Breakdown

Exterior:

Distinguished 6 out of 8 points

Retail Quality:

High-End 5 out of 5 points

Canopy Entrance:

Dramatic 3 out of 3 points

Alterations:

Well Done 1 out of 2 points

Plaza Or Atrium:

None 0 out of 3 points

Contextual Design:

No, but Very Good 3 out of 3 points

Skyline:

Highly Visible 2 out of 2 points

Local Visibility:

Highly Visible 2 out of 2 points

Watertank:

Attractively Enclosed 2 out of 2 points

Airconditioners:

Not Allowed 2 out of 2 points

Free Standing:

No 0 out of 2 points

Gargoyles:

None 0 out of 2 points

Garden:

None 0 out of 2 points

Fenestration:

Consistent 1 out of 1 points

Landmark:

No 0 out of 2 points

Unity:

Unified Design 1 out of 1 points

Illumination:

None 0 out of 1 points

Water Element:

None 0 out of 1 points

Location Rating: Points Breakdown

Street Ambience:

Outstanding 5 out of 5 points

Distance To Neighborhood Center:

Less than 10 blocks 5 out of 5 points

Views:

Dazzling 4 out of 4 points

Neighborhood Ambience:

Very Attractive 3 out of 3 points

Traffic Noise:

Some 2 out of 3 points

Protected Views:

Many 2 out of 2 points

Distance To Subway:

Less than 3 Short Blocks 2 out of 2 points

Firedepartment Noise:

No Noise 2 out of 2 points

Distance To Supermarket:

Less than 3 Short Blocks 2 out of 2 points

Distance To Park:

Less Than 3 Short Blocks 2 out of 2 points

Distance To Water:

More than 6 Short Blocks 0 out of 2 points

Shopping:

5 or less Short Blocks 2 out of 2 points

Schools:

No Noise 1 out of 1 points

Noise From Nightlife:

None 1 out of 1 points

Features Rating: Points Breakdown

Lobby:

Stunning 5 out of 5 points

Units Per Floor:

5-9 2 out of 5 points

Ceiling:

8-9 Feet 1 out of 4 points

Balconies:

Some 1 out of 3 points

Health Club:

Yes 1 out of 2 points

Private Gardens:

Substantial 2 out of 2 points

Storage Rooms:

Minimal 1 out of 2 points

Bay Windows:

None 0 out of 1 points

Fireplaces:

None 0 out of 1 points

Door Person:

Yes 1 out of 1 points

Concierge:

Yes 1 out of 1 points

Elevator Person:

None 0 out of 1 points

Recreational Roof:

None 0 out of 1 points

Driveway:

None 0 out of 1 points

Maids Room:

None 0 out of 1 points

Catering:

None 0 out of 1 points

Garage:

Yes 1 out of 1 points

Mixed Use:

Yes 1 out of 1 points

Non Rectilinear Form:

No 0 out of 1 points

Unusual Layouts:

No 0 out of 1 points

Prewar:

No 0 out of 1 points

Other Amenities:

Many 2 out of 2 points

Condo
Built in 1985
248 Apartments
55 Floors

Building Amenities

Concierge
Elevator Operator
FT Doorman
High-Rise
Post War
Resident Storage
Central AC
Full Service Garage
Garden
Health Club
Rooftop Terrace
Washer/Dryer in building
Elevator
Fitness Center
Outdoor Entertainment Space
In-Unit Washer/Dryer
Bike Room
Live-In Superintendent
Terraces / Balconies

About this Building

Pros

Elegant- impressive lobby
Doorman
Concierge
Great midtown location
Association with prestigious institution
Close to Subway

Cons

Street traffic caused by museum visitors
No roof deck
Major expansion planned for the museum

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