NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Tower 53 159 W 53rd St Unit 18C Floor 18 New York, NY 10019

Midtown Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $609,000 - $730,000

1 Bed
1 Bath
526 Sq Ft
$658/mo HOA Fee

Last Sold April 06, 2023

Last sale price $680,000 $1,293 Per Sq Ft

Current estimated payment $5,096/month

13 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Balcony
  • 1-minute walk to 7 Avenue (B,D,E Line)
  • South Facing Home
  • P.S. 111 Adolph S. Ochs Rated A-
  • Garage
  • 4-minute walk to 745 Plaza

About This Home

As of April 2023

SPONSOR UNIT, NO BOARD APPROVAL!
Apt 18C 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 $72.26 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. Call us for a private showing.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Daniela Kunen

Douglas Elliman Real Estate License #30ku0994635 Listed on: 02/07/2023

Douglas Elliman Real Estate

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $9,180

Year Built

  • Built in 1968

HOA Fees

  • $658 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • Garage

Home Design

  • Entry on the 18th floor

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Additional Features

  • Washer Dryer Allowed
  • Balcony
  • South Facing Home

Community Details

  • 208 Units
  • Tower 53 Condos
  • Middle West Side Subdivision
  • 37-Story Property

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Block 01006

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$9,180

Year Built

Built in 1968

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$658 per month

Listing Details

  • Cross Street: 6 1/2 AVENUE and 7 AVENUE
  • Exposures: South
  • Property SubType: Apartment
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Neighborhood: Middle West Side
  • Entry Level: 18
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Stories: 37

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Washer Dryer Allowed

Beds/Baths

  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Bathrooms Integer: 1
  • Bedrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Balcony
  • Patio/Porch Features: Balcony

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: Yes

Utilities

  • Laundry Features: Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Common Charge/Maintenance Fee: 658.0
  • Common Charge/Maintenance Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Common Interest: Condominium

Building Info

  • New Construction: No
  • Building Name: Tower 53
  • Units: 208
  • Total Stories: 37
  • Year Built: 1968

Tax Info

  • Tax Block: 01006
  • Tax Annual: 9180.0

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 7, 2023
Closed on
Apr 6, 2023
Sold by
Tower Seventh Associates Limited Partner
Bought by
Suen-Yeung Steven Wu and Yee Wu Ashley
Seller's Agent
Daniela Kunen
Douglas Elliman Real Estate
List Price
$695,000
Sold Price
$680,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$15,000
-2.16%
Views
62
Current Estimated Value
$682,957

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$2,957
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.17%
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Suen-Yeung Steven Wu $680,000 --
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
04/06/2023 04/06/23 Sold $680,000 -2.2% $1,293 / Sq Ft
02/21/2023 02/21/23 Pending -- -- --
02/07/2023 02/07/23 For Sale $695,000 -- $1,321 / 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
2025 $10,051 $80,969 $18,949 $62,020
2024 $10,051 $80,392 $18,949 $61,443
2023 $10,216 $83,283 $18,949 $64,334
2022 $10,305 $84,224 $18,949 $65,275
2021 $10,249 $85,775 $18,949 $66,826
2020 $10,374 $95,005 $18,949 $76,056
2019 $9,662 $92,870 $18,949 $73,921
2018 $9,041 $87,103 $18,949 $68,154
2017 $8,485 $78,215 $18,949 $59,266
2016 $7,932 $81,418 $18,949 $62,469
2015 $5,108 $66,551 $18,949 $47,602
2014 $5,108 $65,631 $18,949 $46,682
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Daniela Kunen

    Seller's Agent in 2023

    Daniela Kunen

    Douglas Elliman Real Estate

    (212) 891-7611

    11 in this area

    114 Total Sales

    Daniela Kunen
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About Tower 53

Map

Source: Real Estate Board of New York (REBNY)

MLS Number: RLS10839417

Real Estate Board of New York (REBNY)

APN: 1006-1052

New York New York County New York 10019 Midtown

159 W 53rd St Unit 18C, New York, NY

Not Listed for Sale

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