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140 E 81st Street #12B
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$1,850,000

140 E 81st Street #12B

Upper East Side, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS11005732

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Compass

3

Bedrooms

3

Baths

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1928

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 3
Year Built 1928
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $3,664/mo
Neighborhood Upper East Side
Floor 12 of 12

Property Highlights

  • Character: Pre-war building (1928)

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 6
Baths 3 Full
Floor 12 of 12
Pets Yes, CatsOk, DogsOk
Year Built 1928
Structure Type HighRise,MultiFamily
Furnished Unfurnished
Parcel # 1509-0051-00140-000-000012B
Block/Lot 01509/0051

Description

Discover the epitome of Upper East Side living at 140 East 81st St. This expansive 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom apartment presents a rare opportunity to create your dream home in one of Manhattan's most coveted neighborhoods. As you step into the inviting foyer, you'll be greeted by an oversized living room and a formal dining room, perfect for hosting gatherings. The apartment also features a spacious, windowed kitchen with a washer and dryer, offering modern convenience in a classic setting. High beamed ceilings and stunning hardwood floors add a touch of timeless elegance to the space, while the wide, open views flood the apartment with natural light throughout the day, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. This full-service cooperative building provides 24-hour doorman service, a live-in manager, a fitness room, a residents' garden, common storage, bike storage, and a laundry room. Conveniently located near fine dining, shopping, and public transportation, and just a short distance from the iconic Central Park, this home offers the best of city living at your doorstep. With no flip tax and 75% financing permitted, this is a rare opportunity to transform this space into your ideal Upper East Side sanctuary. ** There is a $1,391.28 per month assessment thru June 2025

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed Common On Floor Common Area

Building Information

Total Units 83
Stories 12
Structure HighRise,MultiFamily

Financial Details

Maintenance $3,664/mo
Original Price $1,995,000
Sale Price $1,850,000
Previous Price $1,995,000

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

330

Median Asking Price

$1.30M

Median $/Sqft

$1,497

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

30

Price Reduced

23%

Sold (30 Days)

34

Median Sale Price

$1.40M

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140 E 81st Street #12B, Upper East Side, New York County

MLS® ID: RLS11005732
First Listed: 9/3/2024
On Market: 9/3/2024
Price Changed: 3/19/2025
Closed: 3/19/2025
Contract Date: 8/1/2024

Listing Courtesy of Compass - ALEXANDRA RINGLER

Listing Contact: (917) 696-6593

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