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15 W 81ST Street #8F
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Pending For Sale Co-op

$2,500,000

15 W 81ST Street #8F

Upper West Side, Manhattan

15 W 81 St Tenants

MLS® #RLS20048475

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC

2

Bedrooms

3

Baths

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1930

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 3
Year Built 1930
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $5,806/mo
Neighborhood Upper West Side
Floor 8 of 16

Property Highlights

  • Views: City Lights, City
  • Climate Control: Other
  • Character: Pre-war building (1930)

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 6
Baths 3 Full
Floor 8 of 16
View City Lights, City
Cooling Other
Pets Yes
Year Built 1930
Structure Type HighRise
Basement Other
Block/Lot 01195/0018

Description

Rarely Available Classic Six at 15 West 81st Street. A Timeless Upper West Side Treasure!

You'll love your new home from the moment you enter into the elegance of a bygone era in this Emery Roth co-op building. One of the hallmarks of this building is its Italian Neo-Renaissance style lobby with a fountain, magnificent marble, stained glass windows and architectural details. Just imagine this Classic 6, nestled in the heart of the Upper West Side. An exceptional blend of Old World charm, grand scale rooms and luminous light, with a storied history that mirrors the architectural grace of its surroundings.

Follow me into your 24-foot gallery where you and your guests will be greeted with soaring ceilings over 9' high and an unmistakable sense of grandeur. A gracious 27' x 16' living room with original herringbone floors and a 17' x 17' formal dining room provide expansive space for both living and entertaining. Light floods through oversized windows, including three in the main living area, offering quiet and serene north facing views over classic brownstones and city views.

The windowed eat-in kitchen offers an abundance of space including your own full size washer/dryer, a rare luxury in a prewar home. Adjacent to the kitchen is a convertible room with full en-suite windowed bath.

Your primary bedroom suite offers a 23' x 13' bedroom complete with two walk-in closets, a separate windowed dressing room and an en-suite bathroom featuring both a soaking tub and a separate shower. The second bedroom 16' x 14' offers double closets and an en-suite bathroom.

In estate condition you have a blank canvas to craft your dream residence by allowing you to put your own signature on this fine home.

Privacy awaits with only two apartments per landing and mail delivered to your door. 15 West 81st Street is a historic landmark white glove cooperative with impeccable service, two doormen, a resident manager, and a dedicated staff. Modern building amenities include a state-of-the-art fitness center, bike room, children's playroom, and private storage. This is a rare opportunity to own a piece of New York's architectural legacy located on one of the most sought after blocks just off Central Park West and across the street from the Museum of Natural History and the Planetarium. 50% financing permitted and a 2% flip tax payable by the purchaser. Pets are welcome. Sorry, no pied-a-terres.

Call today for a private appointment and bring your vision to life in this magnificent residence.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Building Other Washer Hookup In Unit

Exterior Features

None

Building Amenities

Bike Storage

Appliances

Washer Dryer Allowed

Building Information

Building 15 W 81 St Tenants
Total Units 128
Stories 16
Structure HighRise

Financial Details

Maintenance $5,806/mo
Original Price $2,750,000
Previous Price $2,750,000

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

558

Median Asking Price

$1.59M

Median $/Sqft

$1,500

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

48

Price Reduced

24%

Sold (30 Days)

70

Median Sale Price

$1.90M

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 4/12/26, 2:29 PM EST

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15 W 81ST Street #8F, Upper West Side, New York County

Floor Plans

Floor Plan
MLS® ID: RLS20048475
First Listed: 9/14/2025
On Market: 9/14/2025
Price Changed: 10/7/2025
Pending Since: 2/17/2026
Contract Date: 9/14/2025

Listing Courtesy of Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC - Jaclyn S Neustein

Listing Contact: (212) 317-7791

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