60 days on Market

Currently for sale for $1,350,000 ($1,286 / ft²)

Pricing History

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Description

BEAUTIFUL 2BR WITH A BALCONY!!! As you step into this high-rise condo with three exposures, you'll be greeted by an abundance of natural light and city views through dual pane windows and a sliding door leading to your private balcony offering the perfect spot to unwind and enjoy the cityscape. Located in Midtown Manhattan, you have the city at your doorstep. Currently with two-bedrooms, one-and-a-half baths, the half bath in the B-line has often been converted to a full bath in other apartments. The apartment is in excellent condition and move-in ready. The luxury full-service CONDO building has full-time concierge and doorman service, a garage on site, a wonderful roof deck with amazing Central Park views, and is centrally located to all of New York City’s finest attractions, including Central Park, Times Square, Carnegie Hall, the Theater District, and many transportation options.

Live/Work and pets are allowed. Laundry facilities are conveniently located within the building for added convenience. There is an ongoing fuel assessment of $130.40 which covers all utilities including heat, hot water, central A/C and electricity. With northern, southern, and eastern exposures, this home offers a prime location with easy access to all the best that Manhattan has to offer. Don't miss the opportunity to experience luxury city living at its finest.

Schedule your showing today and make this urban oasis your new home.

About Tower 53, 159 West 53rd Street

Tower 53, 159 West 53rd Street has received a CityRealty Rating of 59, 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:

Unattractive 3 out of 8 points

Retail Quality:

Good 3 out of 5 points

Canopy Entrance:

Attractive 2 out of 3 points

Alterations:

None 2 out of 2 points

Plaza Or Atrium:

Exists 1 out of 3 points

Contextual Design:

No and Bad 0 out of 3 points

Skyline:

Exists 1 out of 2 points

Local Visibility:

Highly Visible 2 out of 2 points

Watertank:

Enclosed 1 out of 2 points

Airconditioners:

Discrete 1 out of 2 points

Free Standing:

Corner 1 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:

Unrelated Base 0 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:

Attractive / Pleasant 3 out of 5 points

Distance To Neighborhood Center:

Less than 10 blocks 5 out of 5 points

Views:

Open 2 out of 4 points

Neighborhood Ambience:

Attractive 2 out of 3 points

Traffic Noise:

A lot 0 out of 3 points

Protected Views:

Only Top Floors 1 out of 2 points

Distance To Subway:

3-5 Short Blocks 1 out of 2 points

Firedepartment Noise:

No Noise 2 out of 2 points

Distance To Supermarket:

3-5 Short Blocks 1 out of 2 points

Distance To Park:

3-6 Short Blocks 1 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:

Quite Stylish 3 out of 5 points

Units Per Floor:

10-15 1 out of 5 points

Ceiling:

8-9 Feet 1 out of 4 points

Balconies:

Many 2 out of 3 points

Health Club:

None 0 out of 2 points

Private Gardens:

None 0 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:

Some 1 out of 2 points

Condo
Built in 1968
214 Apartments
37 Floors

Building Amenities

Conversion Year: 1983
Concierge
FT Doorman
Post War
Resident Storage
Full Service Garage
Rooftop Terrace
Washer/Dryer in building
Elevator
Fitness Center
On-Site Parking
Outdoor Entertainment Space
Live-In Superintendent
Terraces / Balconies

About this Building

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