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159 Madison Avenue, #2H

$745,000 | 1 bed, 1 bath
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45 days on Market

Key Details

  • Listed: Mar 13, 2024
    Days on Market: 45
    Building Type: Cooperative
    Neighborhood: Murray Hill (Manhattan)
    Doorman: FT Doorman
    Listing viewed 255 times
Monthly Maintenance: $1,825
Est. Monthly Mortgage: $4,114
Total Est. Monthly Carrying Cost: $5,939
Note: the above is based on a down payment of 20% ($149,000), which is the minimum amount permitted by the building.

Open house:

  • The afternoon of Sunday, Apr 28
By appointment only.

Description

Meticulously crafted to perfection, 2H at 159 Madison Avenue is a stunning loft-style, junior one bedroom turned studio that has undergone a transformative renovation.

Every aspect of the space has been thoughtfully designed to optimize functionality without compromising on style. From the carefully curated custom details to the ingenious storage solutions, this apartment epitomizes modern luxury living at its finest. With its seamless design and innovative features, this home offers a unique blend of form and function, creating an unparalleled living experience.

- Soaring 11 ft 6-inch beamed ceilings
- Newly renovated with custom details
- Dramatic arched window with city views
- City quiet double insulated glass added for noise reduction
- Custom blinds for added privacy
- Original hardwood floors refinished with monocoat stain
- Abundant storage without sacrificing aesthetic appeal
- Maximized space for entertaining
- Equipped with smart home features: lighting on Lutron dimmers, speakers controlled through audio receiver
- Open floorplan kitchen with Italian marble countertop and backsplash with honed finish and top-of-the-line appliances
- Liebherr refrigerator, Bertazzoni stove, Summit wine fridge, Bosch dishwasher

Located just minutes from Madison Square Park, this full-service and pet-friendly co-op in Midtown South is the perfect place to call home.

At the pinnacle of this distinguished residence lies a landscaped roof deck, providing breathtaking views of Midtown Manhattan. The building’s amenities include a renovated lobby, 24-hour doormen, a dedicated live-in superintendent, a laundry room on every floor, storage, and bike storage. Subletting allowed but limited to three years out of every five after residing in the apartment for two.

Parent gifting, co-purchase, and pieds-a-terre are also permitted.

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Apartment Amenities

  • City View

Listing Agent (Seller's Representative)

Listing courtesy of Douglas Elliman Real Estate

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About 159 Madison Avenue

46

159 Madison Avenue has received a CityRealty Rating of 46, 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

17
Out of 44
+
19
Out of 36
+
10
Out of 39
=
46
Out of 119
 

Architecture Rating: Points Breakdown

Exterior:
Very Attractive 5 out of 8 points
Retail Quality:
Mixed 1 out of 5 points
Canopy Entrance:
Attractive 2 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 OK 1 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:
Allowed and Present 0 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:
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:
Average Mix 2 out of 5 points
Distance To Neighborhood Center:
Less than 20 blocks 4 out of 5 points
Views:
Open 2 out of 4 points
Neighborhood Ambience:
Bland 1 out of 3 points
Traffic Noise:
Considerable 1 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:
More than 6 Short Blocks 0 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:
Minimal but Attractive 2 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:
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:
None 0 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:
None 0 out of 1 points
Mixed Use:
No 0 out of 1 points
Non Rectilinear Form:
No 0 out of 1 points
Unusual Layouts:
No 0 out of 1 points
Prewar:
Yes 1 out of 1 points
Other Amenities:
Some 1 out of 2 points

Building Amenities

  • FT Doorman
  • PT Doorman
  • Pre War
  • Resident Storage
  • Rooftop Terrace
  • Washer/Dryer in building
  • Elevator
  • Outdoor Entertainment Space
  • Bike Room
  • Live-In Superintendent
  • Terraces / Balconies

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Pros
  • Very handsome- Italian Renaissance-style
  • Close to Murray Hill district
  • Not far from Herald Square- Penn Station and Madison Square Garden
  • Doorman
  • Not far from the trendy restaurants of the Flatiron District
  • Close to the Morgan Library
  • Excellent public transportation
  • Pre-war construction
  • Close to Subway
Cons
  • No garage
  • Immediate neighborhood lacks some charm
  • Considerable traffic on Madison Avenue
  • No health club
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Subways

  1. 6
at Park Ave 0.08 miles
  1. N
  2. R
at Broadway 0.28 miles
  1. M
  2. B
  3. D
  4. F
  5. Q
at 6th Ave 0.31 miles
  1. 1
  2. 2
  3. 3
at 7th Ave 0.48 miles
  1. 4
  2. 5
  3. 7
at Madison Ave and 42nd 0.49 miles

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