211 EAST 53 STREET · #PHD
Description
Located on the edge of Sutton Place and Midtown East, this south-facing penthouse is a hidden gem offering sweeping city and southern views from a private terrace that spans the full length of the apartment. The pet-friendly Hawthorne is exceptionally flexible, allowing co-purchasing, along with immediate and unlimited subletting. Perfect for a primary residence, pied-à-terre, or investment property! The spacious foyer opens to a bright living and dining area ideal for entertaining, while the large bedroom easily accommodates a king-size bed. Both rooms open directly onto the terrace, creating a seamless indoor-outdoor flow. The apartment includes a windowed kitchen, marble bath, and generous storage with two coat closets, two large closets in the primary bedroom, and a linen closet off the full bath. City Quiet windows ensure peace and quiet throughout. Designed by Boak and Raad and built in 1959, The Hawthorne is a full-service condop offering a roof deck, caged storage, central air and heat included in maintenance, a live-in superintendent, and a full-time doorman. Perfectly positioned near top restaurants, shops, and major subway lines including the E, M, 6, N, Q, R, 4, and 5, this home combines comfort, convenience, and classic New York sophistication. A rare opportunity to own a true garden apartment in the sky. All viewings are BY APPOINTMENT ONLY.
Price history
Every list / cut / contract / sold event we've recorded.
- in contractJun 25, 2026$850K0.0%In contract
- price decreaseMay 1, 2026$850K-5.5%Price decreased 4%
- price decreaseApr 16, 2026$885K-1.6%Price decreased 2%
- listedApr 16, 2026$899K+1.6%Listed by Sotheby's International Realty
- temporarily off marketMar 31, 2026$899K0.0%Temporarily off market
- price decreaseMar 3, 2026$899K-2.8%Price decreased 3%
- price decreaseJan 12, 2026$925K-4.1%Price decreased 4%
- listedOct 24, 2025$965K+9.0%Listed by Sotheby's International Realty
- soldAug 14, 2020$885K0.0%Sold by Compass
- closingAug 12, 2020$885K0.0%Closing record
- in contractJun 16, 2020$885K0.0%In contract
- listedFeb 20, 2020$885KListed by Compass
- closingJan 23, 2020$0Closing record
In-building transactions
Every recorded deed (incl. private + sponsor) for this BBL - actual prices paid.
Open violations + recent permits
DOB / HPD signals for this BBL.
- C§ 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE WOOD FLOOR TILES IN THE 1st ROOM FROM NORTH LOCATED AT APT 7M, 7th STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTHNov 19, 2024 · apt 7M
- B§ 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE WOOD FLOOR TILES IN THE 1st ROOM FROM NORTH LOCATED AT APT 7M, 7th STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTHOct 15, 2024 · apt 7M
- B§ 27-2017.3 HMC: TRACE AND REPAIR THE SOURCE AND ABATE THE VISIBLE MOLD CONDITION... LESS THAN 10 SQUARE FEET AT NORTH WALL IN THE 1st ROOM FROM NORTH LOCATED AT APT 7M, 7th STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH ORIGINAL VIOLATION 17355012 ISSUED 15-OCT-24 HAS BEEN UPGRADED TO CLASS B PER ADMINISTRATIVE CODE §27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).Oct 15, 2024 · apt 7M
- B§ 27-2046.1 HMC: REPAIR OR REPLACE THE CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTING DEVICE(S). MISSING IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 7M, 7th STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTHOct 15, 2024 · apt 7M
- A§ 27-2026 ADM CODE REPAIR THE FLUSHING APPARATUS AND MAINTAIN SAME SO AS TO FLUSH EFFECTIVELY THE WATER CLOSET IN THE 2nd BATHROOM FROM NORTH LOCATED AT APT 8D, 8th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH , SECTION ''EAST''Nov 19, 2021 · apt 8D
- A§ 27-2013 ADM CODE PAINT WITH LIGHT COLORED PAINT TO THE SATISFACTION OF THIS DEPARTMENT AT CEILING IN THE 1st ROOM FROM NORTH LOCATED AT APT 8D, 8th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH , SECTION ''EAST''Nov 19, 2021 · apt 8D
- A§ 27-2005 ADM CODE PAINT METAL IN ACCORDANCE WITH DEPT. REGULATION AT PLATFORM INSIDE BASE CABINET AT WEST IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT 8D, 8th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH , SECTION ''EAST''Nov 19, 2021 · apt 8D
- B§ 27-2045 ADM CODE REPAIR OR REPLACE THE SMOKE DETECTOR DEFECTIVE IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 8D, 8th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH , SECTION ''EAST''Nov 19, 2021 · apt 8D
- B§ 27-2005 ADM CODE REPLACE WITH NEW THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE RUBBER GASKET AT UPPER DOOR AT REFRIGERATOR IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT 8D, 8th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH , SECTION ''EAST''Nov 19, 2021 · apt 8D
- A§ 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN A UNIFORM COLOR AT EAST WALL IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT 8D, 8th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH , SECTION ''EAST''Nov 19, 2021 · apt 8D
- A§ 27-2013 ADM CODE PAINT WITH LIGHT COLORED PAINT TO THE SATISFACTION OF THIS DEPARTMENT AT CEILING AND WEST WALL IN THE 2nd BATHROOM FROM NORTH LOCATED AT APT 8D, 8th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH , SECTION ''EAST''Nov 19, 2021 · apt 8D
- A§ 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE METAL DOORS AT BASE CABINET AT EAST IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT 8D, 8th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH , SECTION ''EAST''Nov 19, 2021 · apt 8D
- A§ 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE METAL DOORS AT WALL CABINET AT WEST IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT 8D, 8th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH , SECTION ''EAST''Nov 19, 2021 · apt 8D
- A§ 27-2005 ADM CODE PAINT METAL IN ACCORDANCE WITH DEPT. REGULATION AT PLATFORM INSIDE BASE CABINET AT EAST IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT 8D, 8th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH , SECTION ''EAST''Nov 19, 2021 · apt 8D
- B§ 27-2046.1 HMC: REPAIR OR REPLACE THE CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTING DEVICE(S). DEFECTIVE IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 8D, 8th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH , SECTION ''EAST''Nov 19, 2021 · apt 8D
- FS-RICHARD MORTMAN
- MH-MATCO
- OT-LAILE INC
- OT-HITH END DEMO INC
- EQ-ROCKLEDGE SCAFFOLD
- PL-J. BARONE
- AL-ROSE CONST.
- PL-TMS PLBG & HEATING CORP