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· Closed July 21, 2023

163 E 81ST Street #8C
Closed For Sale Co-op

$999,500

163 E 81ST Street #8C

Upper East Side, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS10887563

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Sotheby's International Realty, Inc.

2

Bedrooms

1

Bath

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1927

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Lot Size 8,085 sq ft
Year Built 1927
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $3,405/mo
Neighborhood Upper East Side
Floor 8 of 10

Property Highlights

  • Views: City
  • Exposure: North,South,West facing
  • Fireplace: Wood-burning or decorative fireplace

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 4
Baths 1 Full
Floor 8 of 10
View City
Exposure North,South,West
Pets Yes
Year Built 1927
Architectural Style Prewar
Lot Size 8,085 sq ft
Parcel # 1510-0030-00163-000-000008C

Description

Deal fell through! Back on the market! Wonderful opportunity to move right in to this beautiful prewar two-bedroom apartment, perfectly located in a full-service boutique cooperative on a charming tree-lined block in the heart of the Upper East Side. Space, light, and charm define this well-proportioned renovated home replete with high beamed ceilings, prewar details, and gorgeous hardwood floors. The generously proportioned living room with open city views is filled with natural sunlight all day long and features a wood burning fireplace as its centerpiece. The bright chef's kitchen combines function with lovely design details, including quartz stone countertops and ceramic tile backsplash, and boasts top of the line appliances including Sub-Zero and Bosch, an abundance of storage, a large window with a peek of the All Souls steeple, and a breakfast bar open to the oversized and airy living room. A private hallway vestibule leads to the two large sunlit bedrooms, both with ample closet space. The corner primary bedroom enjoys a windowed en-suite bath which also opens to the hallway, allowing it to function also as a guest bathroom. An additional half bath may be restored with board approval. Built in 1927 and designed by Schwartz and Gross, 163 East 81st Street is moments from the city's best museums, transportation, public and private schools, shopping, and restaurants. With only four apartments per floor, 163 East 81st boasts best-in-class service, including 24-hour doorman, resident superintendent, private storage, bicycle storage, and central laundry. Pets are welcome and 50% financing is allowed. Pieds-a-terre are considered on a case-by-case basis. There is 2% flip tax paid by purchaser. Photos are virtually staged.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Galley Kitchen Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed Common Area Fireplace

Building Information

Total Units 42
Stories 10
Style Prewar

Financial Details

Maintenance $3,405/mo
Original Price $1,095,000
Sale Price $999,500
Previous Price $1,095,000

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

321

Median Asking Price

$1.32M

Median $/Sqft

$1,427

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

17

Price Reduced

23%

Sold (30 Days)

31

Median Sale Price

$1.40M

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163 E 81ST Street #8C, Upper East Side, New York County

Floor Plans

Floor Plan
MLS® ID: RLS10887563
First Listed: 3/10/2023
Price Changed: 7/21/2023
Closed: 7/21/2023
Contract Date: 3/10/2023

Listing Courtesy of Sotheby's International Realty, Inc. - Lisa Larson

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