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SOLD FOR $2,180,000

· Closed March 19, 2021

203 W 81st Street #4-A
Closed For Sale Condo

$2,180,000

$1,547 per sq ft

203 W 81st Street #4-A

Upper West Side, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS10663949

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Compass

2

Bedrooms

2

Baths

1,409

Sq. Ft.

1911

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 2
Living Area 1,409 sq ft
Year Built 1911
Ownership Condo
HOA/Common Charges $2,278/mo
Property Taxes $19,056/yr
Neighborhood Upper West Side
Floor 4 of 9

Property Highlights

  • Views: City
  • Exposure: East,North,South facing
  • Style: Prewar architecture

Property Details

Type Condo
Ownership Condominium
Total Rooms 6
Baths 2 Full
Floor 4 of 9
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Exposure East,North,South
Pets Yes
Cross Street Amsterdam Avenue/Broadway
Year Built 1911
Living Area 1,409 sq ft
Architectural Style Prewar
Block/Lot 1229/7501

Description

Welcome to the Barrington at 203 West 81st Street #4A. Rarely seen quality, craftsmanship, design, and exquisite detail are found throughout this stunning and recently renovated 3 bed/2 bath home. Grace and space in a Classic Six, this beautiful full service pre-war apartment is the perfect oasis from the bustling city in an ideal UWS location! Spanning over 1,400 square feet and lovingly maintained, unit #4A has gone through a meticulous renovation that has brought fresh, modern touches to classic pre-war elegance. The home features a top-of-the-line Chef's Eat-in-Kitchen with beautiful Ceasarstone countertops, a Subzero refrigerator, vented Viking stove, Bosch dishwasher and spacious enough to include a custom, built-in dining table for informal gatherings. The separate living room and dining room are south facing and receive excellent natural light throughout the day. The Master bedroom boasts 5 fully fitted closets and an ensuite windowed bathroom with detailed marble finishes, Kohler fixtures, dual vanity and walk-in shower. The spacious second bedroom also features exceptional closet space and has immediate access to the second bathroom. Off of the kitchen is a home office/maids room which includes a newly installed, vented Miele washer and dryer. No detail has been overlooked, and you will enjoy the gorgeous hard wood floors complimented by picture and crown moldings throughout the apartment. High beamed ceilings only add to the graciousness of this home. The luxury Pre-war Condominium offers a full-time doorman, full laundry room, inheritance of two large storage units in the basement and a bike room. Conveniently located nearby all public transportation, Zabars, Fairway Market and The Museum of Natural History. Pets allowed.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Separate Formal Dining Room Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed Common Area New Windows

Exterior Features

Building Courtyard Building Garden

Appliances

Dryer Washer

Building Information

Stories 9
Style Prewar

Financial Details

Common Charges $2,278/mo
RE Taxes $19,056/yr ($1,588/mo)
Sale Price $2,180,000

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

567

Median Asking Price

$1.72M

Median $/Sqft

$1,566

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

34

Price Reduced

18%

Sold (30 Days)

66

Median Sale Price

$1.89M

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 4/16/26, 4:27 PM EST

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203 W 81st Street #4-A, Upper West Side, New York County • Near Amsterdam Avenue/Broadway

Floor Plans

Floor Plan
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MLS® ID: RLS10663949
First Listed: 1/27/1998
Price Changed: 4/22/2021
Closed: 3/19/2021
Contract Date: 9/3/2020

Listing Courtesy of Compass - Sumner Crosby

Listing Contact: (917) 952-8731

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