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· Closed September 29, 2025

163 E 81ST Street #6C
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Closed For Sale Co-op

$970,000

163 E 81ST Street #6C

Upper East Side, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS20014472

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC

2

Bedrooms

1

Bath

N/A

Sq. Ft.

N/A

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Year Built N/A
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $3,528/mo
Neighborhood Upper East Side
Floor 6 of 10

Property Highlights

  • Views: City
  • Exposure: North,South facing
  • Fireplace: 1 fireplace

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 4
Baths 1 Full
Floor 6 of 10
View City
Exposure North,South
Cooling Other
Pets Yes
Structure Type HighRise
Basement Other
Parcel # 1510-0030-00163-000-000006C
Block/Lot 01510/0030

Description

You'll love this charming, turn-key, 2 bedroom, 1 bath home on a coveted, tree lined street in the heart of the Upper East Side. Nestled in an intimate boutique coop, you enter into a foyer which leads into the living/dining room anchored by a wood-burning fireplace creating a cozy ambiance. Spacious, remodeled, windowed chef's kitchen with abundant storage, wine cooler and water purifier. Both bedrooms are well proportioned, primary bedroom has a large walk-in closet. Updated, windowed bath with access from both the primary bedroom and hallway. High ceilings, excellent closets, custom built-ins, hardwood floors, thru-wall air conditioning, prewired for Fios and prewar architectural details complete this peaceful retreat.

This pet friendly, 42 unit coop was built in 1927, converted in 1947 and has recently finished a thorough exterior review and refresh. Individual storage cabinet, 2 bike spaces, dedicated wood storage, laundry room with new washer/dryer system, playroom and resident manager. 50% financing allowed, 2% flip tax paid by buyer. Pied-a-terre ownership, co-purchasing and guarantors are allowed on a case by case basis. Close to some of the city's best parks, cultural attractions, public transportation, shopping and fine dining. Approximately 1,1000 square feet per a qualified 3rd party vendor




Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Dining Area Building Other Fireplace (1)

Exterior Features

None

Building Amenities

Elevators

Appliances

Washer Dryer Allowed

Building Information

Total Units 42
Stories 10
Structure HighRise

Financial Details

Maintenance $3,528/mo
Original Price $1,150,000
Sale Price $970,000
Previous Price $1,025,000

The Upper East Side remains the gold standard for classic New York elegance. Known for 'Museum Mile' and its quiet, tree-lined streets, the neighborhood offers a refined lifestyle away from the midtown bustle. While famous for its historic cooperatives, the area has seen a recent surge in ultra-luxury new construction condos, particularly along the Second Avenue Subway corridor, making it a top choice for both traditionalists and modern buyers.

Upper East Side Live Market Data

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Active Listings

325

Median Asking Price

$1.32M

Median $/Sqft

$1,506

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

37

Price Reduced

24%

Sold (30 Days)

31

Median Sale Price

$1.44M

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163 E 81ST Street #6C, Upper East Side, New York County

Floor Plans

Floor Plan
MLS® ID: RLS20014472
First Listed: 4/5/2025
On Market: 4/5/2025
Price Changed: 10/1/2025
Closed: 9/29/2025
Contract Date: 4/5/2025

Listing Courtesy of Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC - Curtis W Jackson

Listing Contact: (212) 317-7714

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