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SOLD FOR $1,720,000

· Closed March 30, 2018

203 W 81ST Street #5C
Closed For Sale Condo

$1,720,000

$1,318 per sq ft

203 W 81ST Street #5C

Upper West Side, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS10483555

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Sotheby's International Realty, Inc.

2

Bedrooms

2

Baths

1,305

Sq. Ft.

1920

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 2
Living Area 1,305 sq ft
Lot Size 11,493 sq ft
Year Built 1920
Ownership Condo
HOA/Common Charges $1,845/mo
Property Taxes $10,704/yr
Neighborhood Upper West Side

Property Highlights

  • Style: Prewar architecture
  • Character: Pre-war building (1920)

Property Details

Type Condo
Ownership Condominium
Total Rooms 5
Baths null Full
Pets Yes
Year Built 1920
Living Area 1,305 sq ft
Architectural Style Prewar
Lot Size 11,493 sq ft
Parcel # 1229-1022

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Mar 30, 2018 $1,695,000 -
Currently May 1, 2026 $1,720,000 +1.5%

Description

Spacious 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom apartment at the white-glove The Barrington condominium. Apartment features South-West exposures, classic prewar details with beamed ceilings and moldings, windowed kitchen, dining room, washer/dryer, hardwood floors, and generous closet space. Items not included in sale - doorknobs, light fixtures, pot rack. Building features 24 hour doorman, laundry room, bike room and live-in super. Conveniently located near all public transportation, Zabars, Fairway and The Museum of Natural History, and Central Park. Pets are welcome. Assessment #1 - $138.32 Assessment #2 - $413.82 ends 12/31/2014

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Common Area

Exterior Features

Building Courtyard Courtyard

Building Information

Building Data View Compliance & Permits
Total Units 55
Stories 9
Style Prewar

Financial Details

Common Charges $1,845/mo
RE Taxes $10,704/yr ($892/mo)
Original Price $1,695,000
Sale Price $1,720,000

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

582

Median Asking Price

$1.75M

Median $/Sqft

$1,558

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

35

Price Reduced

28%

Sold (30 Days)

77

Median Sale Price

$1.81M

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203 W 81ST Street #5C, Upper West Side, New York County

Floor Plans

Floor Plan 1

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1930
Year Built
96 years old
4
Floors
12
Residential Units
C1-9
Zoning District
Walk-Up Apartments

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $1,773,900
Land Value: $256,950
Exemptions: $0

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

Lot Area: 2,626 SF
Building Area: 9,869 SF
Built FAR: 3.76
Allowed FAR: 10

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 common charges are $1,845 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

The current listed annual property tax is $10,704, or roughly $892 per month. Verify the current assessment with your attorney before closing.

This property has 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms.

The listed interior living area is 1,305 square feet. Verify dimensions independently during due diligence.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1920, making it approximately 106 years old.

This listing is a condominium. Buyers receive a deed to their individual unit and own their space outright, subject to condo association rules.

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

At the current list price of $1,720,000 for 1,305 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $1,318. 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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(917) 416-7433
MLS® ID: RLS10483555
First Listed: 3/30/2018
Closed: 3/30/2018
Contract Date: 5/6/2014

Listing Courtesy of Sotheby's International Realty, Inc. - Tom Doyle

Listing Contact: (212) 431-2440

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