No open violations on record. Building is in full compliance.
What This Means for Buyers
981 MADISON AVENUE is a boutique pre-war residential building with walk-up in Upper East Side. The Upper East Side remains the gold standard for classic New York elegance. Known for 'Museum Mile' and its low-traffic, tree-lined streets, the neighborhood offers a refined lifestyle away from the ... Zoned C5-1, this building sits in a central commercial, highest density commercial. The building has a clean compliance record with no open violations.
Upper East Side
The Upper East Side remains the gold standard for classic New York elegance. Known for 'Museum Mile' and its low-traffic, tree-lined streets, the neighborhood offers a refined lifestyle away from the midtown bustle. While famous for its historic cooperatives, the area has seen a recent surge in ultra-luxury new construction condos, particularly along the Second Avenue Subway corridor, making it a top choice for both traditionalists and modern buyers.
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ACRIS Records
Every recorded deed, mortgage, and lien since 1966.
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NYC Property Portal
Tax bill, ownership, building class, zoning.
BBL: 1013910021.00000000
LLC Lookup
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DOB BIS Record
Department of Buildings permits, violations, and certificates of occupancy.
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Permanent Property Identifier
BBL: 1-01391-0021
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Active Listings in This Building
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$150,000/mo
1 bed · 2 bath
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$18,000/mo
1 bed · 2 bath
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$82,500/mo
2 bed · 2 bath
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$66,000/mo
2 bed · 2 bath
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Closed rental data from REBNY Listing Service (RLS). All information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
Sales History
| Date ▼ | Unit | Beds | Price | Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 28, 2023 | Unit 415 | 2BR | $1,500,000 | - |
| Jan 12, 2026 | Unit 415 | 2BR | $1,650,000 | - |
| Aug 15, 2022 | Unit 2501 | 4BR | $5,750,000 | - |
| Jun 10, 2019 | Unit 615 | 2BR | $1,600,000 | 1,200 |
| Nov 29, 2016 | Unit 502/04 | 2BR | $1,360,000 | - |
| Oct 4, 2019 | Unit 1708 | 2BR | $1,900,000 | - |
| Nov 1, 2023 | Unit 1412/17 | 3BR | $2,200,000 | - |
| Jun 24, 2026 | Unit 815 | 2BR | $1,750,000 | - |
| Jun 30, 2022 | Unit 303/04 | 1BR | $621,000 | - |
| Sep 15, 2016 | Unit 1907/09 | 2BR | N/A | - |
| Oct 9, 2015 | Unit 902 | 2BR | N/A | - |
| Feb 4, 2014 | Unit 1506/1508 | 2BR | $1,250,000 | - |
| Oct 22, 2013 | Unit 1215-17 | 2BR | $1,000,000 | - |
| Jul 1, 2017 | Unit 1901 | 2BR | $7,100,000 | - |
| Mar 23, 2026 | Unit PH3407 | 2BR | $11,000,000 | - |
| Jun 16, 2018 | Unit 3006 | 2BR | $4,500,000 | - |
| Jun 11, 2018 | Unit 1901 | 2BR | $7,100,000 | - |
| Jun 16, 2018 | Unit 2906 | 2BR | $6,000,000 | - |
| Jun 11, 2018 | Unit 1907/09 | 2BR | $3,400,000 | - |
| Jun 3, 2014 | Unit 3006 | 2BR | N/A | - |
| Jul 21, 2016 | Unit 2906 | 2BR | N/A | - |
| Jun 14, 2013 | Unit 120204 | 1BR | N/A | - |
| Nov 1, 2021 | Unit 3201-05 | 2BR | $2,350,000 | - |
Closed sale data from REBNY Listing Service. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
Rental History
Compliance & Violations
Clean Compliance Record
This building has no open violations on record with NYC DOB or HPD.
Source: NYC Department of Buildings & HPD (data.cityofnewyork.us)
Nearby Transit
77 St
0.17 mi away
68 St-Hunter College
0.41 mi away
Approximate walking distances.
Nearby Schools
No public schools found within walking distance.
Permits & Renovations
No recent permit filings found.
Zoning & Development
Central commercial, highest density commercial.
Building Details
- Building Class
- H7
- Land Use
- 3
- Year Built
- 1930
- Last Altered
- 2009
- Floors
- 40
- Total Units
- 3
- Gross Floor Area
- 294,142 sq ft
- Lot Area
- 18,803 sq ft
- Lot Frontage
- 100.92 ft
- Lot Depth
- 185 ft
- Community District
- CD 8
- City Council
- District 4
- School District
- 2
- Police Precinct
- 19
- Fire Company
- E044
- Sanitation District
- 8
- BBL
- 1013910021.00000000
Source: NYC PLUTO (data.cityofnewyork.us)
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