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1-bedroom condo for rent in East Midtown-Turtle Bay

211 E 53rd St Apt 9L, East Midtown-Turtle Bay, Manhattan, New York, NY, 10022

$4,950/mo
Rent per month · in USD
Size
750 ft² (69.7 m²)
Available
Now

About this home

Condo for rent in East Midtown-Turtle Bay, Manhattan: 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 750 ft². Rent $4,950/mo. Built in 1957.

From the original listing · Realtor.comShow

Spacious 1-Bedroom with Flexible 2nd Bedroom / Home Office. Location, Location, Location. No Board Interview Required. Welcome to Apartment 9A at The Hawthorne, a spacious and beautifully renovated one-bedroom residence offering a flexible layout that can accommodate an additional second bedroom or private home office. This north-facing apartment is exceptionally quiet and enjoys plenty of natural light throughout the day, creating a bright, peaceful, and welcoming atmosphere. The thoughtfully designed floor plan provides excellent separation of rooms with virtually no wasted space. The renovated open-concept kitchen is equipped with stainless steel appliances, a dishwasher, generous cabinetry, and ample counter space, making it ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. Additional highlights include hardwood floors throughout, abundant closet and storage space, and a versatile layout that allows you to easily create a separate second bedroom, home office, or den. The Hawthorne is a well-maintained, full-service Condop ideally located in the heart of Midtown East, adjacent to the iconic Lipstick Building. Enjoy exceptional access to everything Manhattan has to offer, with Central Park, Grand Central Terminal, MoMA, Whole Foods, Trader Joe's, Bloomingdale's, world-class restaurants, shopping, and entertainment all nearby. Commuting could not be more convenient. The E, F, and 6 subway lines are just steps away, with the N, Q, R, and additional major subway lines also within easy reach. Building Amenities: Full-time doorman Live-in superintendent Daily porter Elevator Central laundry room Large, sunny roof deck Garage with convenient direct access from the lobby With no board interview required, The Hawthorne offers a streamlined approval process along with the convenience of full-service living in one of Midtown East's most desirable and accessible locations. The apartment is renovated and offered UNFURNISHED. Photos have been virtually staged for illustrative purposes. Fees Paid by Tenant: $75 credit check per applicant $400 processing fee $750 move-in fee $1,000 refundable move-in deposit $1,000 refundable carpet deposit $750 move-out fee, payable at the end of the lease term $1,000 refundable move-out deposit Due at Lease Signing: First month's rent and one month's security deposit. A wonderful opportunity to enjoy a bright, south-facing home with a flexible layout, full-service amenities, and an exceptional Midtown East location.

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Roofy listing score

Grade B, 76/100 · Complete

How complete and honest this listing is, from what the source sites show and Roofy’s own checks. It isn’t a rating of the home or the agent. How the score works

  • Photos25/25
    • Full points: 16 photos15/15
    • Full points: Large, clear photos (about 1,000 px)10/10
  • Details14/20
    • Full points: Price stated3/3
    • Full points: Bedrooms stated2/2
    • Full points: Bathrooms stated2/2
    • Full points: Size stated2/2
    • No points: No move-in date0/2
    • Full points: Lease length stated1/1
    • No points: No pet policy0/1
    • Full points: Laundry mentioned1/1
    • No points: Heat and utilities not mentioned0/1
    • No points: No amenities listed0/2
    • Full points: Description of 380 words3/3
  • True cost15/15
    • Full points: Broker fee and costs stated8/8
    • Full points: Price in line with similar homes in its neighborhood7/7
  • Accuracy12/15
    • Nothing to compare: Listed on one site, nothing to compare3/6
    • Full points: Agrees with city records (built 1957, 146 homes)5/5
    • Full points: Confirmed on its source site 3 days ago4/4
  • Legal10/10
    • Full points: No fair-housing problems found in the wording6/6
    • Full points: The agent’s license is active4/4
  • Trust0/15
    • No points: Not claimed on Roofy by the agent or owner0/10
    • No points: The agent is not verified on Roofy0/5

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Scored Nov 2, 2026 · Score version 1. No one can pay to change a score.

Fees and terms

Estimated cash to move in$9,920

First month $4,950, a one-month deposit $4,950 (the most New York allows) and a $20 screening fee. Under the FARE Act the listing broker’s fee is not yours to pay.

Compared with the area

Asks $4,950/mo, 1% below the median asking rent for 1-bedroom rentals in East Midtown-Turtle Bay.

Median here
$4,995/mo
91 listings, last 90 days
Typical range
$4,496–$5,482
The middle half of listings
Per ft²/mo
$6.60 vs $6.96
This home vs the median, 5% lower

Priced in line with similar homes here.

Asking prices of listings on Roofy and listing sites in the last 90 days, not signed leases or sale prices. One currency, never converted.

More about East Midtown-Turtle Bay

Location

Location as the listing shows it.Open in Google Maps

Nearby transit

  • Lexington Av/53 StE F1 min walk
  • 51 St64 min walk
  • 59 St4 5 69 min walk

Nearby public schools · District 2

Distance only, not school zones. Check the zoned school with NYC Public Schools.

The building

146 units · built 1957 · 3 more homes listed here

Building record (NYC)

NYC records as of Nov 1 (weekly)

211 East 53 Street · BBL 1-01327-7501 · built 1957 · 146 units

Roofy building score 96/100 · Well keptAbout the building, from HPD violations. Not an inspection.
Building type
Condominium
Open HPD violations
17 (A 3 · B 12 · C 2)
Heat complaints
0 this season
Complaints, last 12 months
2
Rent stabilization
Had 8 units in 2024 tax bills (likely)
Last sale (12-month file)
No sales in our 12-month file

Rent stabilization recordCheck if a unit is rent stabilized

2 open Class C (immediately hazardous) violations in the building. Condo records cover the whole building.

See the full building record

Public NYC records about the building, not about the person listing it. Buyers and renters can see them on city websites too. Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOF).

Added to Roofy Oct 29, 2026Last checked on Realtor.com Oct 29, 2026Roofy doesn’t verify listings. Never send money before seeing a home.