NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Tower 53 159 W 53rd St Unit 37G New York, NY 10019

Midtown Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $730,000 - $775,721

1 Bed
1 Bath
-- Sq Ft
$978/mo HOA Fee

Last Sold June 10, 2020

Last sale price $720,000

Est. 3% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $6,383/month

131 Days on Market

Highlights

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

About This Home

As of June 2020

Sponsor Apartment No Board Approval High Floor 1 Bedroom Condominium with Central Park Views

Enter this bright, triple mint, newly renovated home with lovely skyline and Central Park views from every room. The entry foyer opens to the modern kitchen, which has high-end finishes and stainless steel appliances, and the large living/dining room. A hallway leads to the bedroom and tastefully updated bathroom. Additional features include custom lighting, beautiful wood floors, and ample closet space.

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 $88.46 per month. Gas and electric are included in the common charges.

Last Listed By

Daniela Kunen

Douglas Elliman Real Estate License #30ku0994635 Listed on: 10/30/2019

Douglas Elliman Real Estate

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $14,712

Year Built

  • Built in 1968

Lot Details

  • 0.28

HOA Fees

  • $978 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • Garage

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Additional Features

  • No Cooling

Community Details

  • Tower 53 Condominium Condos
  • Midtown Subdivision

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$14,712

Year Built

Built in 1968

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$978 per month

Listing Details

  • Cross Street: NEC of Seventh Avenue
  • Exposures: North,West
  • Property SubType: Apartment
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Neighborhood: MIDTOWN
  • Entry Level: 37
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Stories: 0

Interior Features

  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Rooms (Total): 3

Beds/Baths

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

Exterior Features

  • View: City
  • View: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: Yes

Utilities

  • Laundry Features: Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed
  • Cooling: No

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Common Charge/Maintenance Fee: 978.0
  • Common Charge/Maintenance Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Common Interest: Condominium
  • ResoAssociationFeeFrequency: Monthly

Building Info

  • New Construction: No
  • Building Name: Tower 53 Condominium
  • Year Built: 1968

Tax Info

  • Tax Block: 0
  • Tax Annual: 14712.0

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 30, 2019
Closed on
Jun 10, 2020
Sold by
Tower Seventh Associates Limited Partner
Bought by
Morita Eriko
Seller's Agent
Daniela Kunen
Douglas Elliman Real Estate
List Price
$895,000
Sold Price
$720,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$175,000
-19.55%
Total Days on Market
131
Current Estimated Value
$744,680

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$24,680
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.68%

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
Morita Eriko $750,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Tower Seventh Associates $3,000,000
Previous Owner Tower Seventh Associates $720,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/20/2022 04/20/22 Off Market $720,000 -- --
06/10/2020 06/10/20 Sold $720,000 -19.6% --
03/10/2020 03/10/20 Pending -- -- --
10/30/2019 10/30/19 For Sale $895,000 -- --
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 $15,309 $122,454 $28,863 $93,591
2023 $12,838 $126,857 $28,863 $97,994
2022 $12,724 $128,290 $28,863 $99,427
2021 $15,611 $130,652 $28,863 $101,789
2020 $12,123 $144,711 $28,863 $115,848
2019 $14,718 $141,459 $28,863 $112,596
2018 $13,771 $132,676 $28,864 $103,812
2017 $12,925 $119,138 $28,863 $90,275
2016 $12,083 $124,016 $28,864 $95,152
2015 $7,781 $101,370 $28,863 $72,507
2014 $7,781 $99,968 $28,863 $71,105
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Daniela Kunen

    Seller's Agent in 2020

    Daniela Kunen

    Douglas Elliman Real Estate

    (212) 891-7611

    11 in this area

    117 Total Sales

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About Tower 53

Map

Source: Real Estate Board of New York (REBNY)

MLS Number: RLS10616836

Real Estate Board of New York (REBNY)

APN: 1006-1208

New York New York County New York 10019 Midtown

159 W 53rd St Unit 37G, New York, NY

Homes for Sale in New York, NY

This home is located at 159 W 53rd St Unit 37G, New York, NY 10019 since 30 October 2019 and is currently estimated at $744,680. This property was built in 1968. 159 W 53rd St Unit 37G 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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