It previously was on the market for a total of 527 days.

Last Sold on Apr 5, 2019 for $1,357,500

2 beds, 2 baths | Approx. 1,215 ft²

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Buyers
Jenny Mu

Sellers
Edward Katcher Testamentary Trust
Estate Of Edward Katcher
Estate Of Naomi Katcher
Estate Of Naomi Z. Katcher
Lee Katcher
Lee M Katcher
Saul Katcher

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6 apartments are currently available in this building.

527 days on Market

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Key Details

Listed: Oct 31, 2017

Last Price Change: -10.3% ($160,000) on Jan 2

Days on Market: 527

Building Type: Condominium

Neighborhood: Midtown West (Manhattan)

Doorman: FT Doorman

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Monthly Common Charges: $1,351

Monthly Real Estate Taxes: $1,333

Total Taxes & Fees: $2,684 ($2.21/ft²)

Est. Monthly Mortgage: -

Total Est. Monthly Carrying Cost: $11,295 ($9.30/ft²)

Note: the above is based on a down payment of 10% ($139,000), which is the minimum amount permitted by the building.

Description

Estate Sale- Priced to Sell. Bright and Sunny Corner 2 bed 2 bath Condo with open views South and West over Midtown Manhattan. This gracious apartment is approximately 1213 square feet. There is sunshine throughout the day creating an ideal live/work environment, or evening entertainment space for your guests after a night at the theatre.

The generous open layout can be configured in several ways, with ample closet and storage space throughout. This apartment is in original condition, an opportunity to create your ideal home for many years to come, in a prime location. Tower 53 is a full service, pet friendly building (dogs under 35lbs.)located near every amenity one could wish for from Central Park, Whole Foods and Columbus Circle Retail, to Broadway Shows and Shopping on Fifth Avenue.

Gas and electric are included in a monthly utility fuel charge of $122.15.

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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

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Tower 53, 159 West 53rd Street, #25E

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Key Details

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About Tower 53, 159 West 53rd Street

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

Rating Summary

Architecture Rating: Points Breakdown

Location Rating: Points Breakdown

Features Rating: Points Breakdown

Building Amenities

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