SOLD FOR $570,000
Listed at $589,000 · Sold 3.2% below asking · Closed May 8, 2018
136 W 81st Street #4-R
MLS® #RLS10043040
Listing by RealDirect Brokerage Services
1
Bedroom
1
Bath
500
Sq. Ft.
1900
Year Built
Quick Summary
Property Highlights
- Exposure: South,West facing
- Style: Prewar architecture
- Climate Control: Wall Units
Property Details
Listing History
| Event | Date | Price | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed | Aug 22, 2017 | $589,000 | - |
| Price Reduced | Sep 15, 2017 | $590,000 | +0.2% |
Description
1-Bedroom in Beautiful Brownstone Co-Op, Quiet, Skylight
Enjoy privacy, quiet, sunlight and open views over peaceful leafy backyards from this top-floor aerie. The apartment features a wood burning fireplace, exposed brick walls, high ceilings, and a large skylight over the bathroom and kitchen area, which opens to provide cross ventilation and pleasant temperatures all summer. Ceiling fans and solid oak parquet floors throughout. Through-wall air conditioner. Renovated kitchen with solid cherry custom cabinets, washer/dryer, black walnut countertop and water filter. Solid, friendly co-op, very low maintenance. Best location 5-minute walk from Central and Riverside Parks, Museum of Natural History, Zabars, 1, B & C subway lines. Walk to Lincoln Center and Metropolitan Museum. Plentiful open basement storage. Co-op open to discussing roof rights purchase with buyer & discussing potential conversion to condos in the coming years (no mortgage on the building).
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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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585
Median Asking Price
$1.57M
Median $/Sqft
$1,442
Avg Days on Market
N/A
New This Week
29
Price Reduced
27%
Sold (30 Days)
75
Median Sale Price
$1.75M
Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 4/28/26, 12:36 PM EST
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136 W 81st Street #4-R, Upper West Side, New York County • Near Columbus Avenue/Amsterdam Avenue
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this property
The current listed monthly maintenance are $620 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.
This property has 1 bedroom and 1 full bathroom.
The listed interior living area is 500 square feet. Verify dimensions independently during due diligence.
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.
At the current list price of $589,000 for 500 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $1,178. This figure is for reference only and may differ from appraised or assessed values.
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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