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For rentCondoNewScore 65

1-bedroom condo for rent in Midtown-Times Square

159 W 53rd St Apt 33D, Midtown-Times Square, Manhattan, New York, NY, 10019

$5,000/mo

Rent per month · in USD

Bedrooms: 1: 1+ bedroom homes for rent in ZIP 10019
Bathrooms: 1: Homes with 1+ bathroom for rent in ZIP 10019
Size: 800 ft² (74.3 m²)
Type: Condo: Condos for rent in ZIP 10019
Available: Now
Year built: 1968: Building details

About this home

Condo for rent in Midtown-Times Square, Manhattan: 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 800 ft². Rent $5,000/mo. Built in 1968.

From the original listing · Realtor.comShow

Bathed in continuous southern light, this expansive residence at Tower 53 offers a bright and airy retreat in the very center of Manhattan. The separate kitchen is a chef's delight, equipped with stainless steel appliances and an abundance of tall cabinetry, complemented by a dedicated dining area perfect for morning coffee or evening hosting. Living at Tower 53 means having the best of New York City right at your doorstep. Located moments from Central Park, MoMA, and the iconic energy of Broadway and Fifth Avenue, the location is truly unbeatable. Commuting is effortless with the B, D, and E lines located immediately outside the building entrance, while the N, Q, R, W, and 1 trains are just a few blocks away. This full-service condominium provides a seamless lifestyle with a 24-hour doorman and concierge, on-site parking, and a central laundry room. For a change of perspective, head up to the rooftop deck to take in the breathtaking panoramic views of the city skyline.

Description from Realtor.com, shown as published there. See the original listing

Roofy listing score

Grade C, 65/100 · Fairly 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: 9 photos15/15
- Full points: Large, clear photos (about 1,000 px)10/10
Details15/20
- 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
- No points: No lease length0/1
- Full points: Pet policy stated1/1
- Full points: Laundry mentioned1/1
- No points: Heat and utilities not mentioned0/1
- Some points: Only 1 amenity listed1/2
- Full points: Description of 167 words3/3
True cost7/15
- No points: Broker fee not stated0/8
- 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 1968, 209 homes)5/5
- Full points: Confirmed on its source site 4 days ago4/4
Legal6/10
- Full points: No fair-housing problems found in the wording6/6
- Problem: The agent’s license is not active0/4
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$10,020

First month $5,000, a one-month deposit $5,000 (the most New York allows) and a $20 screening fee. Under the FARE Act the listing broker’s fee is not yours to pay.

Work out your move-in cost Who pays the broker fee? (FARE Act)

Amenities

Pets

Pets allowed

Compared with the area

Asks $5,000/mo, 11% below the median asking rent for 1-bedroom rentals in Midtown-Times Square.

Median here: $5,595/mo; 153 listings, last 90 days
Typical range: $4,800–$6,897; The middle half of listings
Per ft²/mo: $6.25 vs $7.36; This home vs the median, 15% lower

Priced in line with similar homes here.

0.7% of these listings have cut their price.

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 Midtown-Times Square

Location

Location as the listing shows it.Open in Google Maps

Nearby transit

7 AvE B D1 min walk
57 St-7 AvN Q R W3 min walk
50 St14 min walk

Nearby public schools · District 2

Professional Performing Arts High Schoolsecondary, grades 6-12590 m
Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis High Schoolhigh, grades 9-12610 m
P.S. 212 Midtown Westelementary, grades K-5650 m

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

The building

209 units · 38 floors · built 1968 · 7 more homes listed here

Building record (NYC)

NYC records as of Nov 1 (weekly)

159 West 53 Street · BBL 1-01006-7501 · built 1968 · 209 units

Roofy building score 99/100 · Well keptAbout the building, from HPD violations. Not an inspection.

Building type: Condominium
Open HPD violations: None
Heat complaints: 0 this season
Complaints, last 12 months: 1
Rent stabilization: Had 3 units in 2024 tax bills (likely)
Last sale (12-month file): No sales in our 12-month file

Rent stabilization record Check if a unit is rent stabilized

No open immediately hazardous (Class C) violations. 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.