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SOLD FOR $2,500,000

Listed at $2,650,000 · Sold 5.7% below asking · Closed April 30, 2019

15 W 81ST Street #5E
Closed For Sale Co-op

$2,650,000

15 W 81ST Street #5E

Upper West Side, Manhattan

15 W 81 ST TENANTS CORP

MLS® #RLS10520031

RLS at REBNY

Listing by The Corcoran Group

2

Bedrooms

3

Baths

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1929

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 3
Year Built 1929
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $4,293/mo
Neighborhood Upper West Side

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: East,North facing
  • Style: Prewar architecture
  • Character: Pre-war building (1929)

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 6
Baths 3 Full
Exposure East,North
Pets Yes
Cross Street Central Park West & Columbus Avenue
Year Built 1929
Architectural Style Prewar
Parcel # 1195-0018-00015-000-000005E

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Sep 26, 2018 $3,100,000 -
Currently Apr 23, 2026 $2,650,000 -14.5%

Description

A grand scale Classic Six room home at 15 West 81st Street, the famed Emery Roth landmark building This residence features a gracious pre-war layout with northern exposures overlooking the historic brownstones on 82nd Street. Upon entering this beautiful apartment you are met with a dramatic 9' by 27' formal reception gallery which flows perfectly between a 16' by 27' living room with three large windows and a 17' by 17' formal dining room. The windowed, eat-in kitchen sits conveniently off the dining room with abundant counter and cabinet space. The maid's room has been kept intact with its own bath as well as a washer/dryer. The bedroom wing offers a massive corner 14' by 24' master bedroom suite complete with a dressing room, walk-in closets and a windowed bath with perfectly restored and maintained original Emery Roth tiling and fixtures. The second bedroom measures nearly 17' by 12' with sunny courtyard views and large closets. The second bathroom is also adorned with original restored Emery Roth tiling and fixtures. There is an abundance of closet space throughout the apartment, new windows, and beautifully restored pre-war features such as herringbone floors, solid wood doors, original hardware, and beamed ceilings. 15 West 81st Street, the famed Emery Roth landmark building, is a long-established white-glove cooperative with a reputation for stellar service and financial stability. It is located on one of the most sought after blocks in Manhattan and boasts modern amenities such as a state of the art fitness center, playroom, and separate storage rooms for owners.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Separate Formal Dining Room Eat In Kitchen Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed Common Area

Building Information

Building 15 W 81 ST TENANTS CORP
Total Units 119
Stories 16
Style Prewar

Financial Details

Maintenance $4,293/mo
Original Price $3,100,000
Sale Price $2,500,000

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

585

Median Asking Price

$1.70M

Median $/Sqft

$1,577

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

26

Price Reduced

26%

Sold (30 Days)

65

Median Sale Price

$1.86M

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Location

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15 W 81ST Street #5E, Upper West Side, New York County • Near Central Park West & Columbus Avenue

Floor Plans

Floor Plan

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1941
Year Built
85 years old
6
Floors
114
Residential Units
R7A
Zoning District
Condominiums

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $7,368,292
Land Value: $532,347
Exemptions: $54,303

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

Lot Area: 27,470 SF
Building Area: 99,481 SF
Built FAR: 3.62
Allowed FAR: 4

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 $4,293 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

This property has 2 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1929, making it approximately 97 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: RLS10520031
First Listed: 9/26/2018
Closed: 4/30/2019
Contract Date: 9/26/2018

Listing Courtesy of The Corcoran Group - Michael J. Franco

Listing Contact: (917) 817-4122

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