NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Tower 53 159 W 53rd St Unit 36B Floor 36 New York, NY 10019

Midtown Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,003,000 - $1,259,803

2 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,050 Sq Ft
$1,718/mo HOA Fee

Last Sold June 17, 2024

Last sale price $1,180,000 $1,124 Per Sq Ft

Est. 7% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $9,550/month

81 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • 1-minute walk to 7 Avenue (B,D,E Line)
  • Crown Molding
  • P.S. 111 Adolph S. Ochs Rated A-
  • Balcony
  • 4-minute walk to 745 Plaza

About This Home

As of June 2024

Upon entering the formal hallway, you immediately notice bespoke finishes and unique features throughout this 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath home in the sky. The oversized living room has a fireplace and opens onto a south-facing balcony overlooking the city. The gourmet kitchen has a window and will be every chef's delight. The primary bedroom has tons of closet space and an en-suite bath fitting of an exclusive boutique hotel. The second bedroom with a closet completes the home.
Additional features include hardwood floors throughout, central air, and tons of closet space. Further, the 1/2 bath can be expanded into a full bath.

Housed in pet-friendly Tower 53, enjoy the amenities of a full-time doorman, roof deck, laundry, live-in super, and on-site parking at an additional cost. Located at the crossroads of everything, enjoy Broadway, destination shops and restaurants with Central Park and the vibrant neighborhood of Hell's Kitchen a few minute's journey.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Ramzis Hadzhi

Compass License #10401286937 Listed on: 10/04/2023

Compass

Co-Listed By

Martin Eiden

Compass License #10301206241

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $20,088

Year Built

  • Built in 1968

HOA Fees

  • $1,718 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • Garage

Home Design

  • Entry on the 36th floor

Interior Spaces

  • 1,050 Sq Ft Home
  • Crown Molding
  • Decorative Fireplace
  • Wood Flooring
  • Dishwasher
  • Property Views

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • No Heating

Listing and Financial Details

  • Legal Lot and Block 1195 / 01006

Community Details

Overview

  • 208 Units
  • High-Rise Condominium
  • Theater District Subdivision
  • 38-Story Property

Amenities

  • Laundry Facilities

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$20,088

Year Built

Built in 1968

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$1,718 per month

Listing Details

  • Exposures: East,South
  • Property SubType: Apartment
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Neighborhood: Theater District
  • Entry Level: 36
  • Structure Type: High Rise
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Stories: 38

Interior Features

  • Interior Features: Crown Molding
  • Appliances: Dishwasher
  • Fireplace Features: Decorative
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Living Area: 1050.0
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

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

Exterior Features

  • View: Park/Greenbelt
  • View: Yes
  • Exterior Features: Balcony
  • Patio/Porch Features: Balcony

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Garage

Utilities

  • Laundry Features: Common On Floor, Common Area
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: No

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Common Charge/Maintenance Fee: 1718.0
  • Common Charge/Maintenance Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Common Interest: Condominium

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 101.000000x119.000000

Building Info

  • New Construction: No
  • Units: 208
  • Total Stories: 38
  • Year Built: 1968

Rental Info

  • Furnished: Unfurnished

Tax Info

  • Tax Block: 01006
  • Tax Lot: 1195
  • Tax Annual: 20088.0

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 4, 2023
Closed on
Jun 17, 2024
Sold by
Husein S Sonara As Trustee and Sonara Revocable Living Trust
Bought by
Chen Chia Hua and Chen Hsin Yueh
Seller's Agent
Ramzis Hadzhi
Compass
List Price
$1,295,000
Sold Price
$1,180,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$115,000
-8.88%
Views
64
Current Estimated Value
$1,102,701

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$77,299
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-4.66%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 25, 2010
Sold by
Sonara Husein S and Sonara Patrice Anne
Bought by
Dr Husein S Sonara Trustee and Sonara Revocable Living Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 20, 2000
Sold by
Tower Seventh Associates Ltd Partnership
Bought by
Sonara Husein S and Sonara Patrice Anne

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$300,000
Interest Rate
7.37%
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
Chen Chia Hua $1,180,000 --
Dr Husein S Sonara Trustee -- --
Dr Husein S Sonara Trustee -- --
Sonara Husein S $425,000 Title Associates Inc
Sonara Husein S $425,000 Title Associates Inc
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Sonara Husein S $300,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
06/17/2024 06/17/24 Sold $1,180,000 -3.7% $1,124 / Sq Ft
01/16/2024 01/16/24 Pending -- -- --
11/27/2023 11/27/23 Price Changed $1,225,000 -5.4% $1,167 / Sq Ft
10/26/2023 10/26/23 For Sale $1,295,000 -- $1,233 / 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 $24,243 $195,299 $45,706 $149,593
2024 $24,243 $193,909 $45,706 $148,203
2023 $20,330 $200,882 $45,706 $155,176
2022 $20,479 $203,151 $45,706 $157,445
2021 $24,721 $206,891 $45,706 $161,185
2020 $20,644 $229,154 $45,706 $183,448
2019 $19,228 $224,003 $45,706 $178,297
2018 $21,807 $210,095 $45,706 $164,389
2017 $20,466 $188,657 $45,706 $142,951
2016 $19,134 $196,381 $45,706 $150,675
2015 $10,165 $160,521 $45,705 $114,816
2014 $10,165 $158,302 $45,706 $112,596
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Ramzis Hadzhi

    Seller's Agent in 2024

    Ramzis Hadzhi

    Compass

    (347) 832-6720

    1 in this area

    24 Total Sales

    Ramzis Hadzhi
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  • Martin Eiden

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2024

    Martin Eiden

    Compass

    (917) 701-8898

    1 in this area

    84 Total Sales

    Martin Eiden
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About Tower 53

Map

Source: Real Estate Board of New York (REBNY)

MLS Number: RLS10972019

Real Estate Board of New York (REBNY)

APN: 1006-1195

New York New York County New York 10019 Midtown

159 W 53rd St Unit 36B, New York, NY

Not Listed for Sale

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