159 W 53rd St #20D, New york, NY 10019
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159 W 53rd St #20D
New york, NY 10019

Midtown
  • 1 Bed
  • 1 Bath
  • 800 sqft (on 0.28 acres)
1 Bed
1 Bath
800 sqft
(on 0.28 acres)

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Apartment
Year Built
1968
Lot Size
0.28 acres
Living Area
800 sqft
Parking
Garage

About this House

The *Federico Pina Team* is glad to welcome you to Residence 20-D at Tower 53 Condominium.

I invite you to *text or call* us for a VIP showing with *Federico Pina, Tower 53's Resident Broker & Building Specialist*, who will seamlessly guide you through the condo application.

LOCATION! Prime Midtown West, close to Central Park! Full-service doorman building with *all utilities included in rent (Electricity, Gas, Heat, Hot Water, central AC)*.

*Apartment 20-D:*

- The apartment can be rented either furnished or unfurnished
- South-facing home. Fantastic natural light.
- High floor, lovely views
- Very quiet apartment
- Huge one-bedroom, flexible two-bedroom home.
- Very spacious South-facing living room with dining area and space for a work-from-home station
- XL bedroom, the South-facing bedroom is enormous and can accommodate a king-size bed and a large desk.
- Lots of CLOSET space! Including a walk-in closet. This apartment has five+ closets in total!
- Gallery kitchen with full-size appliances, including a full-size refrigerator, oven, and dishwasher.
- Easy application process
- Central air

*Building:* 159 West 53rd Street is a Luxury Full-Service Building with both 24-hour doorman and concierge service, a terrific live-in Super, on-site handymen & porters, a parking garage next to the building (also, there is a Hertz rental car location steps away), and free access to a furnished roof deck with breathtaking panoramic views of Central Park & a spacious windowed and well-ventilated laundry room on the tenth floor with brand new washers and dryers.

Additionally, Tower 53 boasts a brand new Lobby, brand new elevators, valet dry cleaning, BuildingLink software system for efficient communication with the building's staff, and multiple internet/cable options: Fios, RCN, and Spectrum. Electricity, gas, and central AC are all included in the rent. The building has both a package room and cold storage for deliveries.

*Location:* Centrally situated in the heart of midtown Manhattan, Tower 53 condominium's location is convenient to New York staples such as Central Park, MOMA, Carnegie Hall, Radio City Music Hall, Rockefeller Center, and Broadway theaters. Shop at 5th Avenue or Time Warner Center; dine at Michelin-star restaurants like LeBernandin, Marea, or Per Se. Buy healthy groceries at Whole Foods or Westerly Market. Additionally, residents enjoy having some of the most helpful staff in NY to manage packages and groceries for those who prefer the convenience of shopping online. Public transportation heaven! Subway lines B/D/E/N/R/Q/W/1/2/3/F/M, multiple bus lines, Citi bike stations, and taxis are right outside your door! Equinox, Crunch, and multiple health clubs with swimming pools (like Athletic & Swim Club) are steps away.
159 W 53rd St #20D, New york, NY 10019 is a 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 800 sqft apartment in Midtown, built in 1968. It last sold for $795,000 on Jun 4, 2021. More recently, it was listed as a rental in August 2022 with an asking price of $4,000 per month. That rental listing was removed on September 4, 2022. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate rent is $3,980/month.

Home Details for 159 W 53rd St #20D

Interior Features

Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 37ElevatorFloors: Hardwood
Appliances & Utilities
Dishwasher
Heating & Cooling
Air ConditioningCooling System: Central

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1968
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Apartment

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Furnished

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage Detached

Community

Units in Building: 208

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.28 acres

Additional Information

On Site Laundry Available

Price History for 159 W 53rd St #20D

DatePriceEventSource
09/04/2022ListingRemovedStreetEasy
09/04/2022$4,500PriceChange
StreetEasy
08/29/2022$4,000Listed For RentStreetEasy
06/04/2021$795,000Sold
StreetEasy #S1466455
02/23/2021$795,000PendingStreetEasy
01/21/2021$795,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
07/24/2020$875,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
06/17/2020$925,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
05/14/2020$949,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
12/07/2018$3,600ListingRemovedAgent Provided
09/14/2018$3,600Listed For RentAgent Provided

Market trends in Midtown

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$1.56M
$110KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
—
Price per sq ft
$1.32K
Available listings
362
23MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2018
Tax$11,142
Assessment$240,568
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 159 W 53rd St #20D

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
150 W 51st St #2024, New York, NY
0.12
Apartment
$500,000
04/13/26
1
1
485
224 E 60th St #2J, New York, NY
0.84
Apartment
$675,000
04/03/26
1
1
686
20 E 68th St #RES, New York, NY
0.83
Apartment
$2,100,000
09/26/25
1
1
940
62 W 62nd St #8G, New York, NY
0.52
Apartment
$950,000
02/27/26
1
1
656
350 W 57th St #15F, New York, NY
0.36
Apartment
$350,685
09/30/25
1
1
510
325 Lexington Ave #26B, New York, NY
0.98
Apartment
$1,235,000
05/12/26
1
1
794
200 Central Park S #7D, Manhattan, NY
0.27
Apartment
$2,500,000
01/12/26
1
2
1,050
77 W 55th St #10H, New York, NY
0.19
Apartment
$690,000
03/30/26
1
1
730
160 W 66th St #31B, New York, NY
0.79
Apartment
$1,950,000
02/10/26
1
2
984
37 E 67th St #4A, Manhattan, NY
0.84
Apartment
$875,000
10/06/25
1
1
900
Home facts updated by county records

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Assigned Schools

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Neighborhood Overview

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What Locals Say about Midtown

At least 527 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 77 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 76 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 75 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 72 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 71 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 71 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 57 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 47 % Say it's quiet

  • 46 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 37 % Say kids play outside

  • 34 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 33 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 31 % Say parking is easy

  • 25 % Say car is needed

  • 21 % Say there are community events

  • 21 % Say there's wildlife

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    "It’s great.. public transportation is awesome. Easily to get around the city and the other boroughs."
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    "A great mixture of City and Suburban vibes. Great location for commuting and Air Travel. Amazing public schools. "
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  • Alisha Delgado
    "It’s a beautiful area to raise your children. A lot of areas to shop and eat. Close to highways and transit. "
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  • Mhoskinson
    "Great place to live! Close to Broadway, best restaurants in the city, and the Hudson River. We’ve lived in four neighborhoods in NYC and this one is the best!"
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  • Michelle Ackerman
    "Well, they better be city dogs, used to lots of people, cars and unexpected noises(and subway grates that hurt their feet"
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  • Alfredo Hernandez
    "Great location, you can get almost anywhere by walking, lots of options and thinks to do around, nice restaurants, bars and all kind of food"
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    "you see them allow their dogs to poop everywhere and pretend they didn't see it and blatantly walk away "
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    "I don't have any problem with dogs in my neighborhood I really love dogs, I think people have to walk out to park or "
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    "I love this area. I love how it looks. I understand the limits of what I. An do to live here. I am very motivated to live here in New York."
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    "Great nice easy to get here subway and bus taxi . Many shops and restaurants. Lots of museums and many parks too "
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    "It’s a good area, very quiet, clean, good schools and I found all near. I recommend this neighborhood all time, it’s difficult find something for rent. "
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    "Very congested. A lot of people. A lot of traffic. A lot of lights. Seems fun to be here . Many restaurants "
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    "The street is too busy to walk dogs. Go to Central Park as there is a lot of room for dogs. NYC is congested."
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    "I work in this neighborhood, it’s a easy place to hang out and meet people. Would like to love here someday"
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    "Big urban neighborhood with nice amenities for kids in Central Park. Natural History Museum and great restaurants and tons of activities its probably one of the best urban neighborhoods in the world. "
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    "I walk to work. I walk about 8 minutes to get to the office. Subway and Taxis are also very available. "
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  • Fm268
    "It’s very convenient. You’re close to lower Manhattan that i hang out quite a lot where all my favorite restaurants are and you’re also close to Central Park, one of my favorite places in Manhattan. "
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  • Sad L.
    "The place is really great. The Peiple Are Friendly But The Lofestyle Is Busy As Conpare To To Other Cities. "
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  • Shamey R.
    "Central Park is everything, use it every day. Wear ear plugs on the streets and be patient with tourists."
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  • Brienmosley
    "We have many local restaurants and the staff remember you. Also, I know the people at local coffee shops, bars, and groceries. "
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  • Kate L.
    "30 minutes To get where I need to be good access to most trains at Columbus Circle generally very clean can be pretty crowded"
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  • Kate L.
    "Close to Central Park, not a lot of small parks or grassy areas otherwise. Very noisy. Lots of traffic. I wouldn’t recommend having a dog in this neighborhood. I recommend UES or UWS"
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  • Alexa C.
    "There’s a few high schools in the area. One being a great performing arts school but there’s two high schools with very “rowdy” teenagers. Especially, on 10th Avenue."
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  • Richdabarber
    "the beauty of the high buildings and the lights. so much things to do with the family or friends or spouse. "
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  • jimmy
    "I live here because of my job. This place is about money and that's it. It is an ugly dirty area lacking any sense of community that exploits people for the benefit of the rootless cosmopolitan financial elites."
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  • Kelly M.
    "Not a good neighborhood to live. Way too busy with tons of tourists. Better for just visiting or working from here. "
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  • Jill M.
    "Lots of other dogs to meet. Proximity to Central Park. Have to be careful of delivery bikes. Can walk your dog anytime. Lexington Ave can be crowded."
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  • Lesliedonado
    "flee markets sculptures in midtown new every few months the museums, times square, restaurants, New York ice. cream, juniors cheese cake, multi cultural, tourists, visitors, you sometimes see celebrities, like jimmy Fallen , Denzel Washington many many different types of people . Broadway shows, fun buildings like top of the rock "
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    "My Commute is easy and quick. I live near all public transportation. Very easy to navigate around NY "
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  • Calom
    "Lots of parks lots of grocery stores lots of activities invaded by tourists full of subways terrible traffic"
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  • Sharese911
    "Holiday Market in Central Park. Winter Ballet and MET Opera. Museums within a 5 minute car commute away."
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  • Lynn A. .
    "There are lots of other dog parents in the neighborhood. The streets are safe for walking about. Friendly neighbors always willing to lend a helping hand. "
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  • Jill M.
    "Public transport is a great way to get around, growing up in a city teaches children independence and street smarts, Education costs are prohibitive"
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  • Jill M.
    "Proximity to transportation, theatres, Lincoln center and restaurants. Good neighborhood vibe, Whole Foods etc"
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    "It’s the heart of the city. Nestled between time square and Central Park. I love that I can walk to work "
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