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SOLD FOR $610,000

· Closed October 21, 2020

140 E 81st Street #5-F
Closed For Sale Co-op

$610,000

140 E 81st Street #5-F

Upper East Side, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS10650331

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Stephen P. Wald Real Estate Associates

1

Bedroom

1

Bath

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1928

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Year Built 1928
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $1,458/mo
Neighborhood Upper East Side
Floor 5 of 13

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: East,South facing
  • Style: Prewar architecture
  • Character: Pre-war building (1928)

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 3
Baths 1 Full
Floor 5 of 13
Exposure East,South
Pets Yes
Cross Street Lexington Avenue/Third Avenue
Year Built 1928
Architectural Style Prewar
Block/Lot 1509/51

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Jul 21, 2020 $610,000 -
Currently Apr 21, 2026 $610,000 -

Description

ESTATE SALE OPPORTUNITY in one of the Upper East Side's most coveted buildings. This charming, sunlit, one bedroom/one bathroom apartment has beautiful Pre War details including beautifully maintained herringbone floors and beamed ceilings. The living room and bedroom are more than ample. The eat in, windowed kitchen would entice anyone to come home and cook a gourmet meal. The east facing garden views exude peace and tranquility. Closet space is excellent. Renovate or move in "as is". Maintenance includes basic cable and gas.
140 East 81st Street is a fully-staffed, pet-friendly Pre-War cooperative.building. Amenities include 24hr doorman, live-in superintendent, fitness room, common storage, bicycle storage, laundry room and a patio garden for residents. Pied-a-terres and washer/dryers are allowed. No Flip Tax! (photos are virtually staged)

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed Common Area

Exterior Features

Building Garden

Building Information

Stories 13
Style Prewar

Financial Details

Maintenance $1,458/mo
Sale Price $610,000

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.

Upper East Side Live Market Data

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Active Listings

336

Median Asking Price

$1.69M

Median $/Sqft

$1,560

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

24

Price Reduced

26%

Sold (30 Days)

35

Median Sale Price

$1.52M

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140 E 81st Street #5-F, Upper East Side, New York County • Near Lexington Avenue/Third Avenue

Floor Plans

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about this property

The current listed monthly maintenance are $1,458 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

This property has 1 bedroom and 1 full bathroom.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1928, making it approximately 98 years old.

This listing is a co-op (stock cooperative). Buyers purchase shares in a corporation rather than real property, and the board must approve all sales.

Pets are permitted at this property. Contact the listing broker for weight limits or breed restrictions.

To schedule a private showing, contact Milton Coste at (917) 416-7433 or [email protected]. Per REBNY guidelines effective 2025, a Buyer Representation Agreement is required before a buyer's broker can show you properties. You may attend open houses independently without one.

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(917) 416-7433
MLS® ID: RLS10650331
First Listed: 7/21/2020
Closed: 10/21/2020
Contract Date: 7/21/2020

Listing Courtesy of Stephen P. Wald Real Estate Associates - Stephen Wald

Listing Contact: (212) 750-9253

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