Tower 53 159 W 53rd St Unit 34E New York, NY 10019
Midtown Neighborhood
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,214
Sq Ft
$1,638/mo
HOA Fee
Highlights
- Full Time Concierge
- 1-minute walk to 7 Avenue (B,D,E Line)
- Kitchen is in excellent condition
- P.S. 111 Adolph S. Ochs Rated A-
- River View
- 4-minute walk to 745 Plaza
About This Home
As of April 2021Welcome to 34E. Corner Two Bedroom, Two Bath Condominium with Balcony,. This lovely home is High in the sky with South Western Views of Times Square, The River & Central Park. Enter into a large foyer, Spacious living /dining, Beautifully renovated Windowed Kitchen, Two Full, Separate winged bedrooms ideal for privacy & two gorgeous bathrooms. Closets are plentiful & customized. There is crown molding through out. Beautiful roof deck in building. Garage in building, laundry and valet services on 10th floor.
Tower 53 is a full service, pet friendly building located near every amenity one could ask for, from Central Park, Whole Foods and Columbus Circle Retail, to Broadway Shows and Shopping on Fifth Avenue. Gas, electric & cable are included in a monthly utility fuel charge of $178.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Leah Ozeri
Compass License #30OZ0645643 Listed on: 05/10/2002
Property Details
Home Type
- Condominium
Est. Annual Taxes
- $21,840
Year Built
- Built in 1968
HOA Fees
- $1,638 Monthly HOA Fees
Parking
- Garage
Interior Spaces
- 1,214 Sq Ft Home
- Entrance Foyer
- Dining Room Alcove
- River Views
- Kitchen is in excellent condition
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Additional Features
- Terrace
- Home has sun exposure from multiple directions
- Central Air
Listing and Financial Details
- Legal Lot and Block 7501 / 1006
Community Details
Overview
- 4 Elevators
- Midtown West Subdivision
- The community has rules related to allowing pied a terres
- 38-Story Property
Amenities
- Full Time Concierge
- Full Time Doorman
- Full Time Lobby Attendant
- Laundry Facilities
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 10, 2002
Closed on
Apr 16, 2021
Sold by
Barrios Evaristo and Barrios Mariann
Bought by
Rembert Caven Alley Iii As Co-Trustee and The Alley Family 2007 Revocable Trust
Seller's Agent
Leah Ozeri
Compass
List Price
$1,795,000
Sold Price
$1,795,000
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-2.58%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 9, 2003
Sold by
Schmid Laura L
Bought by
Barrios Evaristo and Barrios Mariann
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$740,000
Interest Rate
6.15%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 11, 2002
Sold by
Cohen Susan and Scerno Susan
Bought by
Schmid Rainer W and Schmid Laura L
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$650,000
Interest Rate
6.34%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $1,750,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $925,000 | -- | |
| Deed | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $651,011 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $12,922 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $695,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $740,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $70,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $650,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $400,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/10/2025 07/10/25 | For Sale | $1,850,000 | 0.0% | $1,524 / Sq Ft |
| 07/10/2025 07/10/25 | Off Market | $1,850,000 | -- | -- |
| 07/03/2025 07/03/25 | For Sale | $1,850,000 | 0.0% | $1,524 / Sq Ft |
| 07/03/2025 07/03/25 | Off Market | $1,850,000 | -- | -- |
| 06/26/2025 06/26/25 | For Sale | $1,850,000 | 0.0% | $1,524 / Sq Ft |
| 06/26/2025 06/26/25 | Off Market | $1,850,000 | -- | -- |
| 06/19/2025 06/19/25 | For Sale | $1,850,000 | 0.0% | $1,524 / Sq Ft |
| 06/19/2025 06/19/25 | Off Market | $1,850,000 | -- | -- |
| 06/12/2025 06/12/25 | For Sale | $1,850,000 | 0.0% | $1,524 / Sq Ft |
| 06/12/2025 06/12/25 | Off Market | $1,850,000 | -- | -- |
| 06/05/2025 06/05/25 | For Sale | $1,850,000 | 0.0% | $1,524 / Sq Ft |
| 06/05/2025 06/05/25 | Off Market | $1,850,000 | -- | -- |
| 05/19/2025 05/19/25 | For Sale | $1,850,000 | 0.0% | $1,524 / Sq Ft |
| 05/19/2025 05/19/25 | Off Market | $1,850,000 | -- | -- |
| 05/06/2025 05/06/25 | For Sale | $1,850,000 | 0.0% | $1,524 / Sq Ft |
| 05/06/2025 05/06/25 | Off Market | $1,850,000 | -- | -- |
| 04/29/2025 04/29/25 | For Sale | $1,850,000 | 0.0% | $1,524 / Sq Ft |
| 04/29/2025 04/29/25 | Off Market | $1,850,000 | -- | -- |
| 04/16/2025 04/16/25 | For Sale | $1,850,000 | +3.1% | $1,524 / Sq Ft |
| 04/20/2021 04/20/21 | Sold | $1,795,000 | 0.0% | $1,479 / Sq Ft |
| 12/04/2020 12/04/20 | For Sale | $1,795,000 | -- | $1,479 / Sq Ft |
Source: Real Estate Board of New York (REBNY)
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $25,655 | $206,676 | $48,368 | $158,308 |
| 2024 | $25,655 | $205,205 | $48,368 | $156,837 |
| 2023 | $26,078 | $212,584 | $48,368 | $164,216 |
| 2022 | $26,235 | $214,985 | $48,368 | $166,617 |
| 2021 | $26,161 | $218,943 | $48,368 | $170,575 |
| 2020 | $17,826 | $242,503 | $48,368 | $194,135 |
| 2019 | $20,348 | $237,053 | $48,368 | $188,685 |
| 2018 | $23,078 | $222,334 | $48,368 | $173,966 |
| 2017 | $21,659 | $199,647 | $48,368 | $151,279 |
| 2016 | $20,248 | $207,822 | $48,369 | $159,453 |
| 2015 | $10,757 | $169,873 | $48,368 | $121,505 |
| 2014 | $10,757 | $167,524 | $48,368 | $119,156 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Jennifer Taylor
Seller's Agent in 2025
Jennifer Taylor
Compass
(917) 968-7504
1 in this area
21 Total Sales
-
L
Seller's Agent in 2021
Leah Ozeri
Compass
About Tower 53
Map
Source: Real Estate Board of New York (REBNY)
MLS Number: RLS10686384
APN: 1006-1182
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