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Museum Tower
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Highlights
- Walker's Paradise
- Premier Transit Location
- Floor to Ceiling Windows
- Sauna
- Media Center/Movie Theatre
- Roof Terrace
- Doorman
- Elevator
- Views
Pricing & Floor Plans
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| Beds | Baths | Average SF | Availability |
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| 1 Bedroom 1 Bedroom 1 Br | 1 Bath 1 Bath 1 Ba | — | Not Available |
Fees and Policies
Details
Property Information
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Built in 1982
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246 units/52 stories
About Museum Tower
Discover Museum Tower in New York, NY. The 15 W 53rd St location in the Midtown East neighborhood of New York is convenient to everything. Let the leasing team show you everything this community has in store. Contact us or stop by today.
Museum Tower is an apartment community located in New York County and the 10019 ZIP Code. This area is served by the New York City Geographic District # 2 attendance zone.
Community Amenities
Fitness Center
Laundry Facilities
Elevator
Doorman
- Laundry Facilities
- Doorman
- Concierge
- Elevator
- Storage Space
- Conference Rooms
- Fitness Center
- Sauna
- Bicycle Storage
- Media Center/Movie Theatre
- Roof Terrace
Apartment Features
Dishwasher
Washer/Dryer Hookup
Hardwood Floors
Refrigerator
- Washer/Dryer Hookup
- Heating
- Tub/Shower
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Kitchen
- Oven
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Hardwood Floors
- Attic
- Views
- Floor to Ceiling Windows
15 W 53rd St,
New York,
NY
10019
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Some of Manhattan’s most iconic structures, from the Empire State Building and the Chrysler Building to Grand Central Station and Rockefeller Center, are located in the busy, bustling Midtown East neighborhood. As a result, there are arguably more tourists than locals walking the streets – but that just adds to Midtown East’s endless appeal. As you’ll be living here and not just gazing at the architecture, you’ll be happy to know that not only is Midtown East home to some of the city’s largest employers, but there are also multiple subway stops throughout the neighborhood – as well as city bus service and the iconic yellow taxis.
Midtown East sits directly east of the Theater District and extends to the East River. It runs from 42nd Street north to E 59th Street, with the UN Headquarters in the southeast corner and the south corner of Central Park at the northwest corner.
Learn more about living in Midtown East
Average Prices by Area
Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.
| Midtown East | New York, NY | |
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| Studio | $3,233 | $3,350 |
| 1 Bedroom | $4,483 | $4,128 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $6,861 | $5,669 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $8,706 | $7,141 |
Amenities
- Laundry Facilities
- Doorman
- Concierge
- Elevator
- Storage Space
- Conference Rooms
- Roof Terrace
- Fitness Center
- Sauna
- Bicycle Storage
- Media Center/Movie Theatre
- Washer/Dryer Hookup
- Heating
- Tub/Shower
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Kitchen
- Oven
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Hardwood Floors
- Attic
- Views
- Floor to Ceiling Windows
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 3 min | 0.2 mi | |
| Walk: | 15 min | 0.8 mi | |
| Walk: | 18 min | 1.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.1 mi |
Museum Tower is within 3 minutes or 0.2 mile from LIM College. It is also near Berkeley College-New York and Fordham Univ., Lincoln Center.
Schools
Public Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades K-12
259 Students
Nearby
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
402 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
296 Students
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
315 Students
Nearby
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades K-12
460 Students
Nearby
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
55 Students
Nearby
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-8
25 Students
Nearby
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Transportation options available in New York include 5 Avenue-53 Street, located 0.1 mile from Museum Tower. Museum Tower is near LaGuardia, located 7.5 miles or 16 minutes away, and Newark Liberty International, located 14.8 miles or 21 minutes away.
| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
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| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
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Walk: | 2 min | 0.1 mi |
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Walk: | 5 min | 0.3 mi |
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Walk: | 5 min | 0.3 mi |
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Walk: | 6 min | 0.3 mi |
| Walk: | 7 min | 0.4 mi |
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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Walk: | 11 min | 0.6 mi |
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Walk: | 15 min | 0.8 mi |
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.3 mi |
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Drive: | 5 min | 1.5 mi |
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Drive: | 5 min | 1.5 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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| Airports | Distance | ||
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LaGuardia
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Drive: | 16 min | 7.5 mi |
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Newark Liberty International
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Drive: | 21 min | 14.8 mi |
Walkability Near Museum Tower
Getting Around
What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
How It Works
Exceptionally Walkable
Walkability
100
/ 100
Exceptional Public Transit
Transit
100
/ 100
Fairly Drivable
Drivability
40
/ 100
Very Bikeable
Bikeability
80
/ 100
Scores provided by
What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
How It Works
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HowLoud What is a Sound Score Rating? A Sound Score Rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources. How It WorksTime and distance from Museum Tower.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 15 min | 0.8 mi | |
| Walk: | 17 min | 0.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.1 mi |
Museum Tower has 3 shopping centers within 1.1 miles, which is about a 3-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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Sony Wonder Technology Lab
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Walk: | 6 min | 0.3 mi |
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Damrosch Park
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Walk: | 19 min | 1.0 mi |
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Bryant Park
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.1 mi |
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Central Park Zoo
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.2 mi |
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Central Park
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.2 mi |
Museum Tower has 5 parks within 1.2 miles, including Sony Wonder Technology Lab, Central Park Zoo, and Bryant Park.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 18 min | 1.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 2.0 mi |
Museum Tower has 3 hospitals within 2.0 miles, the nearest is Mount Sinai St. Luke's Roosevelt Hospital which is 1.0 mile away and a 18 minute walk.
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 16 min | 6.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 25 min | 12.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 37 min | 17.5 mi |
Museum Tower has 3 military bases within 17.5 miles, the nearest is Governors Island Support Center which is 6.3 miles away and a 16 minute drive.
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Does Museum Tower have in-unit laundry?
While Museum Tower does not provide in‑unit laundry, on‑site laundry facilities are available for shared resident use.
What utilities are included in rent at Museum Tower?
Utilities are not included in rent. Residents should plan to set up and pay for all services separately.
Is parking available at Museum Tower?
Contact this property for parking details.
Is Museum Tower pet-friendly?
Museum Tower does not allow pets, though service animals are always welcome in accordance with applicable laws.
Does Museum Tower have move-in specials?
Museum Tower is not currently offering any rent specials. Check back soon, as promotions change frequently.
Does Museum Tower offer Matterport 3D tours?
While Museum Tower does not offer Matterport 3D tours, renters can request a tour directly through our online platform.
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What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
What is a Sound Score Rating?
A Sound Score Rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources.
15 W 53rd St
New York, NY 10019
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