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159 W 53rd St

(212) 688-1000
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New York, NY 10019

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159 W 53rd St

New York, NY 10019
(212) 688-1000
159 W 53rd St in New York, NY - Building Photo
1 Bedroom - Condo for Rent
Unit 27C
  • 1BR, 1BA Condo
  • $4,500 Pricing
  • 550 Square Feet
  • 10-01-2026 Availability

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About 159 W 53rd St

Available furnished $4,750 or unfurnished $4,500Welcome to Apartment 27C at Tower 53, a renovated, south-facing junior one-bedroom with a private balcony in one of Midtown's most conveniently located full-service condominiums.The apartment has been thoughtfully reconfigured from its original alcove layout into a junior one-bedroom, creating better separation between the living and sleeping areas while maintaining an open and comfortable feel. The bedroom also offers direct access to the bathroom, making the layout particularly functional.The south-facing living area receives excellent natural light and opens directly onto a private balcony with city views and a partial view toward the Hudson River. Having private outdoor space in this location is a major advantage, whether for morning coffee, an evening drink, or simply having a place to step outside without leaving home.The apartment has been renovated and is offered in excellent condition, with a separate kitchen, a defined dining area, generous living space and an efficient layout that offers considerably more functionality and privacy than a traditional studio. Tower 53 is an established full-service condominium with 24-hour doorman and concierge service, a live-in superintendent, porters and attentive building staff. Residents enjoy a furnished rooftop deck with impressive views toward Central Park and Midtown, a package room, on-site parking and a spacious laundry room on the 10th floor. The laundry room is windowed and well-ventilated, making it considerably more pleasant than the typical basement laundry room found in many Manhattan buildings.For additional convenience, residents can also coordinate outside laundry and dry-cleaning services through the building staff and concierge.One of Tower 53's greatest advantages is its exceptional transportation access. The B/D/E subway station at Seventh Avenue and West 53rd Street is essentially outside the building. Just two blocks north, the 57th Street-Seventh Avenue station offers N/Q/R/W service, with an entrance at West 55th Street and Seventh Avenue. The 1 train is available at Broadway and West 50th Street, and the B/D/F/M lines can also be accessed along Sixth Avenue at Rockefeller Center. A short walk to 59th Street-Columbus Circle adds the A/B/C/D and 1 trains, providing even more options for traveling throughout Manhattan. (MTA?)Bus access is equally strong, with nearby M5, M7, M20, M31, M50, M57 and M104 service providing additional north-south and crosstown options throughout Midtown and Manhattan. (MTA?)For frequent travelers, the location also offers very convenient public transportation to all 3 major New York-area airports. The E train provides a straightforward ride to Sutphin Boulevard-Archer Avenue/JFK Airport, where passengers can transfer to the AirTrain for JFK. (MTA?) LaGuardia can be reached by taking the E toward Jackson Heights-Roosevelt Avenue and connecting to the Q70 LaGuardia Link. (MTA?) For Newark Liberty, Penn Station is easily accessible from Midtown, providing NJ Transit connections toward Newark Airport.Central Park is another major part of the lifestyle here. The southern end of the park begins at 59th Street, only a few blocks from Tower 53, making it realistic to incorporate the park into your everyday routine rather than treating it as an occasional destination. (Central Park Conservancy?). Morning runs, weekend walks, outdoor workouts or simply taking a break in the park can easily become part of daily life. During warmer months, residents can take advantage of Sheep Meadow, long walks through the park and SummerStage at Rumsey Playfield, which hosts concerts and cultural programming in Central Park from May through October (City Parks Foundation?) In colder months, Wollman Rink offers outdoor ice skating near the park's southeast corner. (Central Park Conservancy?)Another neighborhood feature that many people do not discover until they spend time here is 61/2 Avenue, Midtown's pedestrian passage running between Sixth and Seventh Avenues from West 51st to West 57th Street. It provides a convenient alternative pedestrian route through the neighborhood and is especially useful during rain, snow or colder weather when portions of the passage offer additional protection from the elements. The passage itself has become part of the neighborhood experience. La Grande Boucherie occupies a dramatic stretch of 61/2 Avenue at West 53rd Street, and the Athletic & Swim Club is accessed from the passage between West 51st and 52nd Streets and features a Junior Olympic-size indoor swimming pool.Having handled multiple transactions at Tower 53, I know the building and the C-line well. What makes 27C particularly compelling is the combination of its renovated junior one-bedroom layout, south-facing exposure, private balcony, full-service condominium amenities, and an exceptionally connected Midtown location.Strong preference for two-year leases.

159 W 53rd St is located in the Central Park South Neighborhood and 10019 Zip code of New York, NY.

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Features and Amenities

On-Site Services

  • Doorman
  • Laundry Facilities

Community Features

  • Elevator

Interior Features

  • Balcony
  • Fireplace
  • Smoke Free

Living Area Features

  • Walk In Closets
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159 W 53rd St, New York, NY 10019

Getting Around

  • 100 / 100 Exceptionally walkable

    All day-to-day needs are within a few minutes' walk

  • 100 / 100 Exceptional public transit

    Near a wide variety of rapid transit and/or frequent bus lines

  • 80 / 100 Very Bikeable

    Highly suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreation

  • 30 / 100 Somewhat car friendly

    Some arteries nearby, but traffic congestion and parking problems are likely

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Getting to Know the Area

  • 100 / 100 Restaurants

    Exceptional variety of restaurants within a few minutes

  • 100 / 100 Cafes

    Exceptional variety of cafés within a few minutes

  • 100 / 100 Nightlife

    Exceptional variety of bars right within a few minutes

  • 100 / 100 Shopping

    Exceptional variety of shops within a few minutes

  • 100 / 100 Parks

    Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes

  • 20 / 100 Noise Level

    Multiple sources of noise nearby

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Frequently Asked Questions about 159 W 53rd St

What type of rental is available at 159 W 53rd St?

There is currently a 1 Bed 1 Bath Condo for rent with 550 sq ft listed at 159 W 53rd St. It is Available October 1, 2026.

How much is the rent at 159 W 53rd St?

The rental at 159 W 53rd St is currently listed at $4,500.

What area of town is 159 W 53rd St located in?

Located in the Central Park South Neighborhood, 159 W 53rd St is in the 10019 Zip Code of New York, NY.

Points of Interest

Time and distance from 159 W 53rd St.

Arts Museums and Landmarks

Museum of Modern Art

11 West 53 Street
1 minute drive / 0.2 miles away

Frick Collection

1 East 70th Street
3 minute drive / 1.01 miles away

Museum of Natural History

Central Park West and 79th street
4 minute drive / 1.46 miles away

Big Box and Retail

Walgreen's

3333 Park Ave
5 minute drive / 2.42 miles away

Walgreens

7401 River Rd
5 minute drive / 2.55 miles away

Shoprite

900 Madison St
6 minute drive / 3.06 miles away

Colleges and Universities

LIM College

12 E 53rd St
1 minute drive / 0.24 miles away

Berkeley College-New York

3 East 43 Street
1 minute drive / 0.54 miles away

Fordham University - Lincoln Center Campus

113 West 60th Street
2 minute drive / 0.79 miles away

Groceries

C-Town

1721-1727 First Ave
4 minute drive / 2.13 miles away

Western Beef

36-12-36-32 Steinway St
6 minute drive / 2.96 miles away

Shoprite

900 Madison St
6 minute drive / 3.06 miles away

Hospitals

Mount Sinai St. Luke's Roosevelt Hospital

1000 Tenth Avenue
2 minute drive / 0.81 miles away

New York University Langone Medical Center

550 First Avenue
3 minute drive / 1.26 miles away

New York - Presbyterian Hospital

525 East 68th Street
4 minute drive / 1.37 miles away

Military Bases

Brooklyn Support Activity

8 minute drive / 3.98 miles away

Governors Island Support Center

11 minute drive / 5.34 miles away

Military Ocean Terminal

18 minute drive / 8.44 miles away

Parks and Recreation

Bryant Park

217 E 42nd St
2 minute drive / 0.71 miles away

Madison Square Park

10 Madison Ave
4 minute drive / 1.34 miles away

Prospect Park

95 Prospect Park West
13 minute drive / 6.43 miles away

159 W 53rd St has 5 parks within 8.8 miles, including Bryant Park, Madison Square Park, Prospect Park, The Pelham Bay Park, and New York Botanical Gardens.

Restaurants and Dining

Daniel

60 E. 65th Street
2 minute drive / 0.79 miles away

French Roast

78 W. 11th Street
5 minute drive / 1.96 miles away

Mama's Food Shop

200 E. 3rd Street
5 minute drive / 2.58 miles away

Shopping Centers

Port Authority Bus Terminal

625-649 Eighth Ave
1 minute drive / 0.64 miles away

Chelsea Piers

111 W 11th Ave
5 minute drive / 1.79 miles away

Shops At Lincoln Harbor

1200 Harbor Blvd
4 minute drive / 2.24 miles away

159 W 53rd St has 5 shopping centers within 2.6 miles.

Transit Stations

Port Imperial-West Side Avenue-Tonnelle Avenue

77 Pershing Rd
4 minute drive / 2.04 miles away

Port Imperial-Tonnelle Avenue-Hoboken Terminal

77 Pershing Rd
4 minute drive / 2.04 miles away

Lincoln Harbor-Tonnelle Avenue-Hoboken Terminal

Waterfront Ter
4 minute drive / 2.3 miles away

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