159 West 53rd Street, Unit 14C

Theater District

$695,000
Price
1
Bed
589 Sq. Ft.
$1,180 / Sq. Ft.
589
Sq. Ft.
$1,180
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Sponsor unit, no board approval ! Apt 14C is a bright south facing, high floor, 1 bed/1bath condominium in the heart of midtown with fabulous open city views! The kitchen has modern, brand-new appliances and the bathroom is newly renovated. There is ample closet space throughout. Completing the apartment is a balcony, located off the living room, and is perfect for enjoying fresh air any time of day! Best of all, this is a sponsor unit, no board approval is required! 159 West 53rd Street is a post-war,...Sponsor unit, no board approval ! Apt 14C is a bright south facing, high floor, 1 bed/1bath condominium in the heart of midtown with fabulous open city views! The kitchen has modern, brand-new appliances and the bathroom is newly renovated. There is ample closet space throughout. Completing the apartment is a balcony, located off the living room, and is perfect for enjoying fresh air any time of day! Best of all, this is a sponsor unit, no board approval is required! 159 West 53rd Street is a post-war, full-service condominium with a full-time doorman and concierge. Amenities include a recently renovated lobby, roof deck with panoramic views of Central Park, a parking garage, and laundry room. Note there is a fuel charge of $66.78 per month. Gas and electric are included in the common charges. Live in the heart of midtown and enjoy the best of everything; shopping, gourmet restaurants and the MOMA while living moments from all major subway and bus lines. Pets are welcome.

Property Details for 159 West 53rd Street, Unit 14C

Zoning
C6-6
View
City
LISTING UPDATED: 01/28/2025 02:36 PM

Property Details for 159 West 53rd Street, Unit 14C

StatusActive
MLS IDRPLU-5123333909
Days on Market24
Taxes$770 / month
Common Charges$624 / month
Min. Down Pymt10%
Total Rooms3.0
Compass TypeCondo
MLS TypeCondo
Year Built1968
CountyNew York County

Building

TOWER 53

208 Units38 StoriesBuilt in 1968

Building Information for 159 West 53rd Street, Unit 14C

Building/ComplexTOWER 53Floor14Stories38Residences208Pet PolicyAllowedPet Policy Details3Year Built1968Building AgePost-war

Property Information for 159 West 53rd Street, Unit 14C

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Subdivision Name: Midtown
  • Stories Total: 37
  • Exposures: South
  • Garage Spaces: 0.0
  • View: Yes
Taxes and HOA
  • Tax Lot: 0000
  • Tax Deduction Percent: .00%
  • Tax Block: 01006
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Flip Tax: $0
  • Building Tax Lot: 7501
  • Tax Monthly Amount: 770.0
  • Tax Abatement YN: false
Parking
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces Assigned YN: false
Property
Lot Information
  • Living Area: 589.0
  • Living Area Units: SquareFeet
  • Building Name: Tower 53
Building Information
  • Building Features: Concierge, Elevators
  • Landmark Status YN: false
  • Building Exterior Features: BuildingRoofDeck
  • Building Laundry Features: Other
  • Building Pets Allowed: BuildingNo
  • Building Pets Allowed Comments: 35 lbs
  • Capital Reserves YN: false
  • Green Building YN: false
Property and Assessments
  • New Development: No
  • Sponsor Unit: Yes
  • Certificate Of Occupancy: Yes
  • Percent Of Common Elements: .00%
  • Common Interest: Condominium
  • Number Of Shares: 0
  • New Construction: No
  • Structure Type: HighRise
  • Property Condition: Excellent
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Basement: Other
  • Exterior Features: Balcony
  • Patio And Porch Features: None
Interior Features
  • Cooling: WallUnits
  • Entry Level: 14
  • Appliances: WasherDryerAllowed
  • Fireplace: No
  • Dining Type: Area
  • Floor Number: 14
  • Basement: No
  • Cooling: Yes
  • ElevatorsTotal: 8
Multi Family
Multi-Family Information
  • Unit Line: C
  • Number Of Units Total: 208
Rental
Rental Information
  • Pets Allowed: UnitNo
  • Attendance Type: DoormanFullTime
  • Land Lease: No
  • Pets Allowed Comments: 35 lbs

Property History for 159 West 53rd Street, Unit 14C

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciationLink
DateEvent & SourcePrice

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Public Records for 159 West 53rd Street, Unit 14C

Taxable ValueLand$17,437Additions$62,312Total$79,749
Tax Record2025$9,247 ($771 / month) Tax Class2Tax Rate12.5%
Home Facts
Total Finished SqFt526 SqFtLot Size0 SqFtYear Built1968ZoningC6-6APN1010061021

Schools near 159 West 53rd Street, Unit 14C

This home is within New York City Geographic District # 2.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 6 to 8
Rating
School
Distance
P.S. 111 Adolph S Ochs
PublicPK to 5

Middle 297
Public6 to 8

Lower Manhattan Community Middle School
Public6 to 8

Nyc Lab Ms For Collaborative Studies
Public6 to 8

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159 West 53rd Street, Unit 14C is a condo for sale in Theater District. This property was listed for sale on January 27, 2025 by Douglas Elliman Real Estate, it's currently listed at $695,000. This listing's school district is New York City Geographic District # 2. Nearby schools include P.S. 111 Adolph S Ochs, Middle 297 and Lower Manhattan Community Middle School. 159 West 53rd Street, Unit 14C is a 1-bed, 1-bath, 589 sqft condo built in 1968.

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