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$34,400,000

53 W 53rd St Apt 66

New York, NY, 10019
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4Beds
4.5Baths
6,279Sqft
$5479$/sqft

Listing Notes

Floating atop New York's iconic skyline and comprising the entire 66th floor of 53 West 53, this exquisite residence offers majestic scale with four bedrooms, four-and-a-half bathrooms, and north-, south-, east-, and west-facing exposures. Gracious proportions and ceilings ranging up to approximately 11 feet set the awe-inspiring stage for world-renowned designer, Thierry Despont, to craft residences with many custom elements typically reserved for privately commissioned homes. These museum-quality finishes coalesce with expressive architecture by Pritzker Prize-winner Jean Nouvel to create singular spaces of unsurpassed grandeur and elegance in both scale and proportion. With direct elevator access, the home opens upon a sprawling gallery that separates living and entertainment spaces from the private bedroom wing. To the north, a spectacular living room is surrounded by three walls of floor-to-ceiling windows that artfully frame north-, west-, and east-facing views that dazzle at every moment, day or night. The space flows into the massive eat-in kitchen designed by Thierry Despont for Molteni and offering north- and east-facing views. Anchored by an oversized center island, the kitchen features polished statuary marble countertops and a back-lit statuary marble backsplash that complement back-painted glass cabinetry with polished nickel detailing and Dornbracht fixtures. The extensive suite of appliances by Miele and Sub-Zero includes two fully integrated refrigerators and freezers, a six-burner cooktop with fully vented hood, two integrated dishwashers, double wall oven, speed oven, steam oven, dual under-counter wine refrigerators, and an integrated coffee maker. The corner primary suite is a study in grandeur, featuring a bedroom wrapped in three walls of glass to the north, south, and west, multiple closets including an oversized walk-in and a windowed dressing room, and spa-like ensuite bathroom that blends tradition and originality. Elegantly appointed in polished Noir St. Laurent marble, high-honed Verona limestone, and polished Persian golden travertine with polished nickel Dornbracht fixtures throughout, the primary bathroom features two separate custom carved vanities with custom Thierry Despont-designed polished nickel automated mirrors, a cast iron Lefroy Brooks soaking tub, freestanding steam shower, radiant heated floors, private water closet with commode and bidet, and a large linen closet. Three additional bedrooms each offer an en suite bathroom clad in high-honed Verona limestone with polished nickel Dornbracht fixtures. Bedroom Two features bright south- and east-facing views, while bedrooms Three and Four enjoy easterly light. Completing the residence are a beautifully appointed powder room, a discreet utility room with side-by-side washer and vented dryer, and a separate service entrance for the ultimate in privacy. No detail has been overlooked, from the custom interior lighting designed by Thierry Despont in collaboration with Schwinghammer, to the motorized Lutron solar shades with additional blackout shades in select locations, to the supply of humidified and filtered fresh air throughout the home. 53 West 53 is a sculptural icon, rising 1, 050 feet in the heart of Manhattan against the cinematic backdrop of Central Park and the surrounding cityscape. Designed to be responsive to residents in every way, 53 West 53 offers 30, 000 square feet of amenities and five-star hotel-level service, bringing an unprecedented level of access and refinement to the residential experience. The building also features an on-premise partner restaurant, 53 by Altamarea Group, with exclusive resident-only dining experiences. The complete offering terms are in an offering plan available from Sponsor. File No. CD14-0230. Sponsor: W2005/Hines West Fifty-Third Realty, LLC, 53 West 53rd Street, Unit 38C, New York, NY 10019.

Market Insights

Near nearby median+2.3%

$5479/sqft vs a nearby median of $5354/sqft.

Nearby median$5354/sqft
Nearby properties12
Property size6,279 sqft
  • +2.3% versus the nearby median price per square foot.
  • Price history is limited, so current comps matter more than trend alone.
  • 6,279 sqft creates a usable price-per-square-foot read.

Pricing Read

Yardstick fair value$35M$32M$38M · 50% confidence
vs ask $34M−$744k (−2.2%)

Asking price is well-anchored to the comp picture (-2.2%). Negotiate on terms, not headline price.

$5,434/sqft median across 11 tight comps × 6,279 sqft= $34M
  • Days-on-market gravity−$1.02M −3.0%
  • Transit access+$853k +2.5%
  • High-density walkability+$682k +2.0%
  • Modern construction+$512k +1.5%
Cumulative NYC adjustments+$1.02M+3.0%

Property Read

FreshnessVerification recommended

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Market Position+2.3% vs nearby

The property is close to nearby price-per-square-foot levels, so the decision will likely come down to condition and layout.

Price MovementInitial price point

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Listing Details

Days on market
769 days
Last price change
No change recorded
Listed
Apr 3, 2024
Photos
16 photos
Property type
condos
Status
for sale

Features & Amenities

DoormanElevatorNew ConstructionRecreation FacilitiesViewWasher DryerWater ViewTwo Or More StoriesSolar SystemRental PropertyElevatorEnsuiteViewsLarge Kitchen IslandOversized IslandDenSpa Like EnsuiteSpa Like Bathroom

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Building Facts

Year built
2020
Stories
73
Total units
163
Residential units
161
Building area
12.07 ac
Lot size
18,560 sqft
Land use
Mixed residential and commercial buildings
Building class
RM

From NYC public records where available.

Price History

May 4, 2026Initial record
$34,400,000for sale

Public Records

DOB violations0 open

23 total recorded against the building

HPD violations0 open

0 total recorded

ACRIS documents0

Tax-lot deed, mortgage, and transfer records on file

311 calls (12 mo)23,760

Top: illegal parking

Top complaint types in ZIP 10019

  • Illegal Parking2,827
  • Homeless Person Assistance1,553
  • Encampment1,434
  • HEAT/HOT WATER1,425
  • Noise - Residential1,154

Recent DOB

  • Feb 22, 2022V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSED · FISPNRF-NO REPORT AND / OR LATE FILING (FACADE) FACADE REQUIRED
  • Nov 15, 2021V*-DOB VIOLATION - Resolved · E-ELEVATOR ELEVATORREQUIRED
  • Nov 15, 2021V*-DOB VIOLATION - Resolved · E-ELEVATOR ELEVATORREQUIRED
  • Nov 15, 2021V*-DOB VIOLATION - Resolved · E-ELEVATOR ELEVATORREQUIRED

Sourced from NYC Open Data (DOB, HPD, ACRIS). Updated as the city republishes — check the original source for live status.

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