SOLD FOR $685,000
Listed at $649,000 · Sold 5.5% above asking · Closed January 12, 2016
118 W 81st Street #3R
MLS® #RLS10470532
Listing by Elliman
1
Bedroom
1
Bath
N/A
Sq. Ft.
1900
Year Built
Quick Summary
Property Highlights
- Outdoor Space: Terrace
- Style: Prewar architecture
- Character: Pre-war building (1900)
Property Details
Listing History
| Event | Date | Price | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed | Sep 25, 2015 | $649,000 | - |
| Currently | May 16, 2026 | $649,000 | - |
Description
Just what you've been waiting for!! This Brownstone offers one of those truly special apts that only come to the market every once in a while. Only 1/2 block to the Museum of Natural History and 1 more block to Central Park is this beautiful 1 bedroom / 1 bath home. It has an amazing 13 foot private terrace, appointed with trellis and flowers, so you have your own "park" right outside your window. This home has soaring 10 foot ceilings, oak hardwood floors, a decorative fireplace, exposed brick walls, exquisite prewar detail and a sun drenched south exposure for the whole apt. There is a sleep loft in the bedroom (or just extra storage space) and an additional storage loft above the kitchen and bathroom. Not to mention the enormous walk in closet in the master bedroom and living room. Close to everything, shopping, restaurants, bus and subway. Don't miss your chance to have it all.
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About Upper West Side
View All Upper West Side ListingsThe Upper West Side (UWS) is celebrated for its cultural richness and architectural grandeur. Set between Central Park and Riverside Park, the neighborhood provides direct access to green space within the urban grid. Residents enjoy easy access to Lincoln Center, the American Museum of Natural History, and a popular culinary scene. The real estate landscape is famous for its historic brownstones and iconic 'white-glove' apartment buildings along Central Park West and Riverside Drive.
Upper West Side Live Market Data
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593
Median Asking Price
$1.78M
Median $/Sqft
$1,500
Avg Days on Market
N/A
New This Week
40
Price Reduced
33%
Sold (30 Days)
15
Median Sale Price
$1.63M
Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 5/16/26, 11:55 AM EST
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118 W 81st Street #3R, Upper West Side, New York County • Near Columbus & Amsterdam Avenues
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this property
The current listed monthly maintenance are $918 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 1900, making it approximately 126 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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