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SOLD FOR $1,800,000

· Closed September 20, 2019

51 W 81st Street #3G
Closed For Sale Co-op

$1,800,000

51 W 81st Street #3G

Upper West Side, Manhattan

GALAXY

MLS® #RLS10560264

RLS at REBNY

Listing by The Corcoran Group

2

Bedrooms

2

Baths

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1905

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 2
Year Built 1905
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $1,802.21/mo
Neighborhood Upper West Side
Floor 3 of 13

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: South facing
  • Style: Prewar architecture
  • Climate Control: Window Units

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 4
Baths 2 Full
Floor 3 of 13
Exposure South
Cooling Window Units
Pets Yes
Cross Street West 81st Street & Columbus Avenue
Year Built 1905
Architectural Style Prewar
Parcel # 1195-0001-00051-000-000003G

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed May 30, 2019 $1,800,000 -
Currently Apr 22, 2026 $1,800,000 -

Description

51 West 81 St Apt 3G, Regal and stately, The Galaxy Building is located on the most desirable Upper West Side residential block, right in front of the beautiful Museum Park. Enjoy direct Museum of Natural History Park views, and all day sunshine from every window. You will be impressed wherever you look by the highest quality renovations you just dont find in most apartments. Enter into an elegant foyer with custom scalloped designed marble floor, custom scalloped plaster moldings, and an outfitted closet. An open concept living room creates a classic modern feel by keeping with the beauty of retained pre-war details, adding custom circle millwork, antique doors and a mantle with a cast iron insert. Smoked oak herringbone floors and high ceilings featuring custom designed plaster moldings and painted tin are throughout this breathtaking apartment. A custom wall of paned antique glass, divides the living space and the second bedroom and brings sunshine and the green park into this beautifully appointed 2 bedroom apartment. The built-in Murphy Bed is cleverly hidden behind a wall that echoes the common custom circle millwork design seen throughout. Intelligently designed to maximize function and entertaining space, the well conceived kitchen has high end appliances, including Subzero, Miele and Big Chill range. The polished Calcutta Gold counter, backsplash and painted, custom milled cabinetry makes this room a dream. A Butler Pantry houses the wine cooler and a bar that further adds to the overall opulence. The master bedroom has a fantastic walk-in closet and an en-suite windowed marble bathroom. An additional common bath for guests was creatively designed with glass doors separating the custom tub and shower wet-zone from both bathrooms. Custom sinks and mosaic floor are enhanced with thermostatic controls to create a spa bathroom. Lutron switches for the lighting, Niles smartpad controls the audio/visual and top end built-in speaker system completes this one of a kind luxurious living experience. Best location with convenient access to transportation, parks, museums, shopping and restaurants. And ... it's dog friendly!Pied a Terres are welcomed!

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed Common Area

Exterior Features

Building Roof Deck

Building Information

Building GALAXY
Total Units 125
Stories 13
Style Prewar

Financial Details

Maintenance $1,802.21/mo
Sale Price $1,800,000

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

584

Median Asking Price

$1.70M

Median $/Sqft

$1,464

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

35

Price Reduced

28%

Sold (30 Days)

67

Median Sale Price

$1.83M

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51 W 81st Street #3G, Upper West Side, New York County • Near West 81st Street & Columbus Avenue

Floor Plans

Floor Plan

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1920
Year Built
106 years old
2
Floors
3
Residential Units
R4
Zoning District
Walk-Up Apartments

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $91,860
Land Value: $11,160
Exemptions: $0

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

Lot Area: 2,400 SF
Building Area: 2,520 SF
Built FAR: 1.05
Allowed FAR: 1

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 $1,802.21 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

This property has 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1905, making it approximately 121 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: RLS10560264
First Listed: 5/30/2019
Closed: 9/20/2019
Contract Date: 5/30/2019

Listing Courtesy of The Corcoran Group - Regina Knight

Listing Contact: (646) 265-2126

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RLS at REBNY

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