Welcome to 229 East 53rd Street, #2E A Spacious 2BR Find in the Heart of Midtown East
This renovated 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom residence delivers the kind of character and charm that modern construction simply cannot replicate. Original exposed brick walls set a warm, dramatic backdrop throughout, while sun-drenched large windows flood every room with natural light.
The renovated open kitchen features a breakfast bar, stainless steel appliances including a dishwasher, and generous counter space perfect for everyday cooking or entertaining guests. Bathroom have been tastefully updated with modern finishes, and hardwood floors run throughout the entire apartment, adding warmth and continuity to the layout. Abundant closet space rounds out a home that lives as beautifully as it looks.
At just 13 residences in a quiet, intimate low-rise walk-up, 229 East 53rd Street offers a sense of privacy and community that's increasingly rare in Manhattan. The building features a resident super and is pet-friendly because home should welcome everyone.
The location is nothing short of extraordinary. Grand Central Terminal, the E, M, and 6 trains, and the Second Avenue bus are all moments away, putting the entire city within easy reach. Bryant Park, the Museum of Modern Art, the New York Public Library, and the upscale shopping of Madison and Fifth Avenues are all a short stroll from your front door. Rockefeller Center, the Chrysler Building, and the East River waterfront round out a neighborhood that defines iconic New York living.
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*Price shown is Base Rent. Residents are required to pay: At Application: Application Fee ($20.00/leaseholder, nonrefundable); At Move-in: Security Deposit (Refundable subject to terms of the lease)Monthly: Amenity Fee (no additional fee at this time); Electric-3rd Party (usage-based); Optional 3rd Party Fees: Internet. Please visit the property website for a full list of all optional and situational fees.
229 E 53rd St
New York, NY 10022
Apartment building
1-3 beds
Available units
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$4,995
Fees may apply
2 bd, 1 ba
-- sqft
For rent - Unit 2E
Listing by: Mossanen Group
What's special
Abundant closet spaceSun-drenched large windowsOriginal exposed brick wallsRenovated open kitchenGenerous counter spaceBreakfast bar
Facts, features & policies
Unit features
Appliances
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Hardwood
Neighborhood: Sutton Place
Areas of interest
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Travel times
Walk, Transit & Bike Scores
Walk Score®
/ 100
Walker's ParadiseTransit Score®
/ 100
Rider's ParadiseBike Score®
/ 100
Very BikeableNearby schools in New York
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Ps 59 Beekman Hill InternationalGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 8/10Jhs 104 Simon BaruchGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.7 mi
- 8/10Art and Design High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.2 mi
Frequently asked questions
What is the walk score of 229 E 53rd St?
229 E 53rd St has a walk score of 99, it's a walker's paradise.
What is the transit score of 229 E 53rd St?
229 E 53rd St has a transit score of 100, it's a rider's paradise.
What schools are assigned to 229 E 53rd St?
The schools assigned to 229 E 53rd St include Ps 59 Beekman Hill International, Jhs 104 Simon Baruch, and Art and Design High School.
What neighborhood is 229 E 53rd St in?
229 E 53rd St is in the Sutton Place neighborhood in New York, NY.







