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SOLD FOR $815,000

Listed at $859,000 · Sold 5.1% below asking · Closed March 24, 2026

170 W 81st Street #1-D
Closed For Sale Co-op

$859,000

170 W 81st Street #1-D

Upper West Side, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS20046218

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Tiffany Bauman Real Estate LLC

1

Bedroom

1

Bath

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1927

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Year Built 1927
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $1,515.17/mo
Neighborhood Upper West Side
Floor 1 of 9

Property Highlights

  • Views: City
  • Exposure: South facing
  • Style: Prewar architecture

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 3
Baths 1 Full
Floor 1 of 9
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Exposure South
Cooling Window Units
Pets Yes
Cross Street Columbus Avenue/Amsterdam Avenue
Year Built 1927
Architectural Style Prewar
Structure Type None
Block/Lot 1211/0056

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Sep 4, 2025 $859,000 -
Currently Apr 25, 2026 $859,000 -

Description

Welcome home. Your move-in ready, designer quality and pin-drop quiet apartment with one bedroom, one bathroom, a combined W/D, and located on one of the most coveted UWS streets awaits you.

This elevated 1st floor apartment (akin to a 2nd floor elevation) with high beamed ceilings was remodeled and renovated in 2018 by Fifield, Piaker and Elman Architects. The moment you walk in, you’re struck by the design elements. The beautiful, private entryway is outfitted with Phillip Jeffries wallpaper and Cedar & Moss overhead pendants.

The thoughtfully designed extra-large living room invites you to relax at the stunning kitchen island, enjoy the large seating area, or cozy up by the window at the reading nook (which could be utilized as a dining area). The fresh, white kitchen with quartz counters and backsplash boasts white cabinets, dishwasher, stainless steel appliances and Rejuvenation lighting.

The generous, quiet bedroom includes two separate closets and Rejuvenation lighting fixture. The bathroom is outfitted with School House lights, Waterworks sink and fixtures, a Restoration Hardware mirror and a gorgeous marble floor by Artistic Tile.

170 West 81st Street is a beautiful pre-war cooperative with an Art Deco lobby, located in the heart of the UWS near The American Museum of Natural History, Central Park, incredible dining and shopping, as well as subway and bus options. The building features a new spectacular roof deck where you can unwind from the bustle of the city, a live-in superintendent, elevator, laundry room, additional storage and bike storage (for a fee). Pets (one dog under 30 pounds), co-purchasing and buying for adult children allowed with board approval. Flip tax 2% (1% paid by seller and 1% paid by buyer).

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Entrance Foyer Kitchen Window Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed Common Area

Exterior Features

Building Storage Building Roof Deck

Building Amenities

Elevators

Building Information

Building Data View Compliance & Permits
Stories 9
Structure None
Style Prewar

Financial Details

Maintenance $1,515.17/mo
Sale Price $815,000

The 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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Active Listings

586

Median Asking Price

$1.67M

Median $/Sqft

$1,457

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

23

Price Reduced

28%

Sold (30 Days)

70

Median Sale Price

$1.86M

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 4/25/26, 8:35 AM EST

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Location

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170 W 81st Street #1-D, Upper West Side, New York County • Near Columbus Avenue/Amsterdam Avenue

Floor Plans

Floor Plan

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1925
Year Built
101 years old
2
Floors
1
Residential Units
R2
Zoning District
One Family Dwellings

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $112,140
Land Value: $22,380
Exemptions: $0

Note: Individual unit taxes may differ. Verify current tax bills with NYC DOF.

Lot Area: 2,706 SF
Building Area: 1,911 SF
Built FAR: 0.71
Allowed FAR: 0.75

Source: NYC PLUTO (Primary Land Use Tax Lot Output), NYC Department of City Planning (data.cityofnewyork.us)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about this property

The current listed monthly maintenance are $1,515.17 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 1927, making it approximately 99 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: RLS20046218
First Listed: 9/4/2025
On Market: 9/4/2025
Price Changed: 9/4/2025
Closed: 3/24/2026
Contract Date: 9/3/2025

Listing Courtesy of Tiffany Bauman Real Estate LLC - Tiffany L Bauman

Listing Contact: (917) 864-5042

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Buyer Notice: Planning to work with a buyer's broker? A Buyer Representation Agreement is required before your broker can show you properties, per REBNY/UCBA guidelines (effective 2025). You may attend open houses independently without one.

RLS at REBNY

RLS Data display by Keller Williams NYC. Data last updated on 4/25/2026 at 12:35 PM UTC

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