15 W 53rd Street #29AF/30A, Manhattan, NY 10019
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15 W 53rd Street #29AF/30A,Manhattan, NY 10019
$8,350,000
- 3 Beds
- 6 Baths
- 5,700 sq. ft.
- Condominium
- Active
Listed by: charlotte vandoren, ryan loucas
Office: corcoran group
MLS#:RLS20091847
Source:NY_REBNY
Price summary
- Price:$8,350,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$1,464.91
About this home
Welcome to 29AF/30A, an ultra-sophisticated 5,700 square foot duplex with 3 bedrooms/4.5 bathrooms set on the prime Northeast corner of Cesar Pelli's iconic Museum Tower at 15 West 53rd Street. Soaring 53 stories above The Museum of Modern Art, this renowned white glove condominium, built in architectural harmony with the famed museum, is the sophisticated home of this property, which offers 128 linear feet of views of Manhattan's skyline and Central Park.<br> <br> The apartment's elegant reception gallery with a steel and glass flying staircase makes for a dramatic entrance. Designed for an art collector, the apartment's interior walls were custom designed to float above a granite border to showcase large art canvases. The 38-foot corner living room with decorative steel fireplace accommodates a 16 foot long sectional and features dramatic views over the Museum of Modern Art's famed interior courtyard with notable technicolor views of Billionaire row supertalls, The Crown Building, The AT&T building, The Sherry Netherland and a dazzling cityscape with Central Park as its backdrop. The handsome library/media room is fitted with lacquered mahogany bookcases and display cabinetry, and the formal dining room offers seating for 14. Brass grillwork, custom high lacquer species wood cabinetry, Tre Pui doors and hardware, wide plank hardwood floors, electronic sun and black out shades, and individual thru-the-wall heating/cooling units are among the special features of this custom designed home. <br> <br> The versatile and highly functional catering kitchen with breakfast island and two butler's pantries adjoins the dining room through Tre Pu sliding doors. The kitchen features a modern suite of Viking industrial appliances, including a chef's six burner stainless steel gas cooktop and hood, double ovens, three prep sinks, three dishwashers and an ice maker. The rich wood lacquered cabinetry with sleek white Caesar stone, glass, mahogany and steel accents. Accessory rooms include a full laundry room with sink and washer/dryer, storage room with staff half bath and full-sized refrigerator, and two pantries with three full sized wine refrigerators, useful counter and cabinet space, two secondary dishwashers, an ice maker and additional refrigeration for large scale entertaining. A secondary entrance on the first and second floors enhance practicalities.<br> <br> The luxurious primary bedroom enjoys the heavenly corner views through a floor-to-ceiling glass wall with a sitting area set on the view. A king-sized bed wall provides the setting for ultimate comfort. The primary suite offers two fully outfitted custom dressing rooms and two uniquely beautiful spa bathrooms. A granite desk is set into a large picture window, perfect for stargazing or at-home work with a view. The secondary upstairs bedroom accommodates two queen sized beds with an ensuite bathroom and large closets. Downstairs, there is another primary-sized bedroom also with ensuite bathroom. The Eastern city views over the apse of a Fifth Avenue Church and the building's own outdoor terrace are breathtaking. The secondary bedrooms are well suited for use as an additional den or home office.<br> <br> White glove services at Museum Tower are managed by a discreet, full-service in-house management office with a full-time resident manager. As part of its renowned level of service, the species wood paneled lobby is ably serviced by no less than four dedicated and long serving staff, including an elevator operator, two doormen and concierge. The condominium's walls are adorned throughout with its own priceless art collection, in keeping with its famed location. Museum Tower offers hotel style services for an extra fee from its in-house management office, including laundry, valet and housekeeping. A level of luxury living that is rare and perfectly suited to the needs of out-of-town owners or discerning full-time residents might include stocking an owner's refrigerator with fresh groceries or taking the dog for a walk. Amenities include a renovated duplex fitness center, Pilates/stretch room, sauna/steam facility, wine tasting room with individual storage included, screening room and business conference room. The building features a serene outdoor terrace with covered seating area designed as an ode to former owner Philip Johnson with a view over the MOMA garden courtyard. Pets are allowed, and a 2 percent capital tax is paid by buyer. Flexible condominium ownership allows for trusts and LLC purchase as well as opportunity to rent out units. Situated in the finest Mid-town Manhattan location near Fifth Avenue, Michelin starred restaurants, luxury shopping and easy transportation.<br>...
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Home facts
- Year built:1985
- Listing ID #:RLS20091847
- Added:1 day(s) ago
- Updated:May 18, 2026 at 10:48 AM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:3
- Total bathrooms:6
- Full bathrooms:4
- Half bathrooms:2
- Rooms Total:10
- Kitchen Description:Dishwasher
- Basement:Yes
- Living area:5,700 sq. ft.
Structure and exterior
- Year built:1985
- Building area:5,700 sq. ft.
- Exterior Features:Building Roof Deck
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$8,350,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$1,464.91
Features and amenities
- Appliances:Dishwasher, WasherDryerAllowed
- Laundry features:Washer Dryer Allowed
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