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53 W 53RD Street 31B

$9,800,000

MLS# RLS20125598 · Midtown

Listed November 6, 2026 · New today

3 Beds 4 Baths 3,768 Sq.Ft.

About This Property

Combining superb sophistication and craftsmanship with the intimate feeling of home, Residence 31B at 53 West 53 comprises 3,768 square feet, offering three bedrooms, three-and-a-half bathrooms, and north-, south-, east-, and west-facing exposures. Gracious proportions and ceilings ranging up to approximately 10'9" set the awe-inspiring stage for world-renowned designer, Thierry Despont, to craft singular spaces in the sky with many custom elements typically reserved for primarily commissioned homes. The rich yet soft palette of museum-quality finishes imbues each space with boldness and elegance.Beyond the formal entry gallery, the generous living room is lined with floor-to-ceiling windows that artfully frame south-, east, and west-facing views. An adjacent pair of dramatic pocket doors opens to reveal the custom kitchen by Thierry Despont for Molteni, where polished statuary marble countertops and a back-lit statuary marble backsplash complement back-painted glass cabinetry with polished nickel detailing and Dornbracht fixtures. The extensive suite of appliances by Miele and Sub-Zero includes a fully integrated refrigerator and freezer, five-burner cooktop with fully vented hood, integrated dishwasher, wall oven, and under-counter wine refrigerator.The primary suite offers south- and east-facing views; multiple closets including two walk-ins; 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 vanities with custom Thierry Despont-designed polished nickel automated mirrors, a cast iron Lefroy Brooks soaking tub, freestanding shower, radiant heated floors, and private water closet. Two additional bedrooms-one facing north and the other west and south-each offer an en suite bathroom clad in high-honed Verona limestone with polished nickel Dornbracht fixtures. Completing the residence is a beautifully appointed powder room and a discreet utility closet with washer and vented dryer. 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.With visionary design by Pritzker Prize-winner Jean Nouvel, 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. 53 West 53 is designed to be responsive to residents in every way, with over 30,000 square feet of amenities and five-star hotel-level service that bring an unprecedented level of access and refinement to the residential experience. The building also features an on-premise partner restaurant, 53, by Altamarea Group, offering 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 61B, New York, NY 10019.

Agent's Note

From Curtis Bain. Details about the apartment are drawn from the listing information provided through RLS by Douglas Elliman Real Estate.

Jean Nouvel designed the 73-story tower at 53 West 53, and Thierry Despont designed the custom interiors of Residence 31B. The apartment has 3,768 square feet, three bedrooms, and ceilings up to about 10 feet 9 inches, and the building has 161 residences that were completed in 2020.

The apartment faces north, south, east, and west. The living room has floor-to-ceiling windows that frame south, east, and west views, and the primary suite has south and east views. On the winter solstice, a south-facing window can get about 8.5 hours of direct sun if nothing blocks the horizon, though nearby buildings can change that.

The custom kitchen sits beside the living room, and a pair of pocket doors separates the two spaces. Statuary marble countertops and a back-lit statuary marble backsplash run against back-painted glass cabinets with polished nickel detailing and Dornbracht fixtures. The Miele and Sub-Zero appliances include a fully integrated refrigerator and freezer, a five-burner cooktop, an integrated dishwasher, a wall oven, and an under-counter wine refrigerator.

The primary suite has two walk-in closets among its multiple closets. Its bathroom has two separate vanities, a cast iron Lefroy Brooks soaking tub, a freestanding shower, radiant heated floors, and a private water closet. A washer and vented dryer sit in a utility closet, so laundry stays inside the residence.

The building has a concierge and an elevator, along with an indoor pool, a sauna, a steam room, a golf simulator, a bike room, and cold storage. Cats and dogs are allowed up to 40 pounds.

Central Park is about 8 minutes on foot, and MoMA is about 1 minute away. The 57 St station for the M is about 4 minutes, and the 5 Av/53 St station for the E and F is about 5 minutes. Dainobu supermarket is about 3 minutes away, which makes everyday errands simple.

Quick answers+

Does the apartment have in-unit laundry?

Yes. A washer and vented dryer are in a utility closet inside the residence.

Does the building have an elevator and a concierge?

Yes. The building has both an elevator and a concierge.

What amenities does the building have?

The building has a bike room, cold storage, a concierge, an elevator, a golf simulator, an indoor pool, a sauna, and a steam room.

Property Features

Policies

  • Pets allowedCats and dogs Ok - 40 pounds

Home features

  • Central air
  • City lights view
  • City view
  • Dishwasher
  • Dining area

Building amenities

Services and facilities

  • Bike room
  • Cold storage
  • Concierge
  • Elevator

Wellness and recreation

  • Children's playroom
  • Golf simulator
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Some building amenities are reported on other current listings in this building. Confirm amenities and building policies before relying on them.

Estimate

Monthly Cost & Closing Costs

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$59,835 / month

  • Principal and interest$49,554
  • Common charges$10,281

Due at closing

  • Down payment (20%)$1,960,000
  • NYS “mansion tax” (2.25%)$220,500
  • Mortgage recording tax (1.925%)$150,920

Not included: attorney, title insurance, lender and appraisal fees, board application and move-in fees, flip tax and prepaid items. Estimates only, based on the published New York State rates. Your attorney and lender will confirm the real figures.

About the Building

53 W 53RD Street is a 73-story condominium in Midtown, completed in 2020 and home to 161 residential units.

The closest subway is 57 St (M), about a 4-minute walk. Central Park is roughly 8 minutes away on foot.

Compiled from NYC public records and open data.

Year Built
2020
Stories
73
Units
161
Building Type
Condominium

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Location & Nearby

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53 W 53RD Street 31B

Subway

  • M57 StAbout 4 min walk · Accessible
  • EF5 Av/53 StAbout 5 min walk
  • BDE7 AvAbout 5 min walk
  • NQRW57 St-7 AvAbout 6 min walk · Accessible

Parks

  • Central ParkAbout 8 min walk

Public schools · Elementary schools

  • P.S. 212 Midtown WestAbout 14 min walk
  • P.S. 59 Beekman Hill InternationalAbout 17 min walk
  • Success Academy Charter School - Hell'S Kitchen · CharterAbout 17 min walk

High schools

  • Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis High SchoolAbout 10 min walk
  • Repertory Company High School for Theatre ArtsAbout 13 min walk

Colleges & universities

  • Sotheby's Institute of ArtAbout 12 min walk
  • SUNY College of OptometryAbout 14 min walk
  • American Acad Mcallister InstAbout 14 min walk
  • Touro UniversityAbout 15 min walk

Museums

  • Museum of Modern Art (MoMA)About 2 min walk
  • Paley Center for MediaAbout 2 min walk
  • Theatre MuseumAbout 8 min walk
  • Museum of Arts & DesignAbout 11 min walk

Walking times are estimates. Schools shown are the nearest public and charter schools and are not zone assignments; a nearby school is not necessarily the one an address is zoned for. Confirm zoning with the NYC Department of Education. Sources: MTA, NYC Parks and NYC Department of City Planning open data.

Listing Courtesy of Douglas Elliman Real Estate

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