NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Museum Tower 15 W 53rd St Unit 46E New York, NY 10019

Midtown Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,430,000 - $1,737,000

1 Bed
1.5 Baths
1,187 Sq Ft
$1,664/mo HOA Fee

Last Sold August 24, 2023

Last sale price $1,700,000 $1,432 Per Sq Ft

Est. 5% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $10,664/month

149 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Terrace
  • 2-minute walk to 5 Avenue-53 Street
  • 5-minute walk to Channel Gardens
  • P.S. 111 Adolph S. Ochs Rated A-

About This Home

As of August 2023

FABULOUS VIEWS!

The sun flooded Northwest corner located on the 46th floor of Museum Tower offers views of Central Park and the Hudson River.

Look past the GW Bridge and to the NW stunning views of the supertalls of Billionaire's Row! Exceptional for a 1 bedroom apartment in Midtown!

This renovated home sports soffit perimeter lighting in the living/dining area. The kitchen has granite countertops and top of the line appliances. Many closets in the dressing area and hardwood floors complete this rare find. Next to the Museum of Modern Art. Central to great restaurants and shops. Pets are welcome.

2% Capital Contribution paid by buyer is submitted with the Board Package.

Last Listed By

Christine Ponz

Douglas Elliman Real Estate License #30PO1148883 Listed on: 01/04/2023

Douglas Elliman Real Estate

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $24,228

Year Built

  • Built in 1985

HOA Fees

  • $1,664 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • 1,187 Sq Ft Home

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Bedroom

Additional Features

  • Dishwasher
  • Washer Dryer Allowed
  • Terrace

Community Details

  • 248 Units
  • Museum Tower Condos
  • Middle West Side Subdivision
  • 52-Story Property

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Block 01269

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$24,228

Year Built

Built in 1985

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$1,664 per month

Listing Details

  • Cross Street: 5 AVENUE and AVENUE OF THE AMERICAS
  • Exposures: East,South
  • Property SubType: Apartment
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Neighborhood: Middle West Side
  • Entry Level: 46
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Stories: 52

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Washer Dryer Allowed
  • Living Area: 1187.0
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Rooms (Total): 3

Beds/Baths

  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Bathrooms Integer: 2
  • Bedrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Patio/Porch Features: Terrace

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No

Utilities

  • Laundry Features: Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Common Charge/Maintenance Fee: 1664.0
  • Common Charge/Maintenance Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Common Interest: Condominium
  • ResoAssociationFeeFrequency: Monthly

Building Info

  • New Construction: No
  • Building Name: MUSEUM TOWER
  • Units: 248
  • Total Stories: 52
  • Year Built: 1985

Tax Info

  • Tax Block: 01269
  • Tax Annual: 24228.0

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 4, 2023
Closed on
Aug 24, 2023
Sold by
Alamanda Properties Llc
Bought by
Fu Joy
Seller's Agent
Christine Ponz
Douglas Elliman Real Estate
List Price
$1,875,000
Sold Price
$1,700,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$175,000
-9.33%
Total Days on Market
149
Views
224
Current Estimated Value
$1,615,667

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$84,333
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-2.90%
Original Mortgage
$1,360,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,336,721
Interest Rate
6.78%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$278,946

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 25, 2013
Sold by
Jaf Management Llc and % Jaf Advisory Llc 445 Old Academy Roa
Bought by
Alamanda Properties Llc

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,267,500
Interest Rate
4.51%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 24, 2011
Sold by
Elaine Asen Ttee Elain Asen Qprt Ii and Joel Allen Asen Ttee
Bought by
Jaf Management Llc

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 22, 1998
Sold by
Kurtz Mary Kathryn Lynch
Bought by
Mrs Efrem Kurtz Partnership

Range of Values:

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Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Fu Joy $1,700,000 --
Alamanda Properties Llc $1,950,000 --
Jaf Management Llc -- --
Mrs Efrem Kurtz Partnership -- Chicago Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Fu Joy $1,360,000
Previous Owner Alamanda Properties Llc $10,718
Previous Owner Alamanda Properties Llc $1,267,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/24/2023 08/24/23 Sold $1,700,000 -5.3% $1,432 / Sq Ft
06/05/2023 06/05/23 Pending -- -- --
02/02/2023 02/02/23 Price Changed $1,795,000 -4.3% $1,512 / Sq Ft
01/06/2023 01/06/23 For Sale $1,875,000 -- $1,580 / Sq Ft
Source: Real Estate Board of New York (REBNY)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 -- $234,249 $55,612 $178,637
2023 $0 $228,663 $55,612 $173,051
2022 $0 $198,001 $55,612 $142,389
2021 $0 $194,940 $55,612 $139,328
2020 $0 $217,301 $55,612 $161,689
2019 $0 $226,463 $55,612 $170,851
2018 $0 $208,971 $55,612 $153,359
2017 $0 $203,219 $55,612 $147,607
2016 $0 $203,169 $55,612 $147,557
2015 -- $201,184 $55,612 $145,572
2014 -- $170,778 $55,612 $115,166
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2023

    Christine Ponz

    Douglas Elliman Real Estate

    7 in this area

    7 Total Sales

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About Museum Tower

Map

Source: Real Estate Board of New York (REBNY)

MLS Number: RLS10882683

Real Estate Board of New York (REBNY)

APN: 1269-1246

New York New York County New York 10019 Midtown

15 W 53rd St Unit 46E, New York, NY

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This home is located at 15 W 53rd St Unit 46E, New York, NY 10019 since 04 January 2023 and is currently estimated at $1,615,667, approximately $1,361 per square foot. This property was built in 1985. 15 W 53rd St Unit 46E is a home located in New York County with nearby schools including P.S. 111 Adolph S. Ochs, Clinton School, and Middle School 297.

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