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SOLD FOR $2,200,000

· Closed January 25, 2023

140 E 81st Street #3-A
Closed For Sale Co-op

$2,200,000

140 E 81st Street #3-A

Upper East Side, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS10835189

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Compass

3

Bedrooms

2

Baths

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1928

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 2
Year Built 1928
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $2,223/mo
Neighborhood Upper East Side
Floor 3 of 13

Property Highlights

  • Views: City
  • Exposure: East,South,West facing
  • Style: Prewar architecture

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 6
Baths 2 Full
Floor 3 of 13
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Exposure East,South,West
Cooling Window Units
Pets Yes
Cross Street Lexington Avenue/Third Avenue
Year Built 1928
Architectural Style Prewar
Block/Lot 1509/51

Description

Back on the market! Move right in to this TRIPLE MINT 6 room home with an in-unit WASHER/DRYER! Fabulously located in a sought-after, full-service prewar cooperative in the heart of the Upper East Side's Gold Coast. Not a detail was missed with this stunning renovation which created an expansive six-room home. Enter Apartment 3A, through a gracious foyer and you will be wowed by the architectural elements including high beamed ceilings, herringbone hardwood floors, pristine crown and baseboard moldings, and a decorative custom fireplace. The thoughtful layout provides the perfect combination of a formal dining room and a large living-room making it ideal for entertaining or to just enjoy the comforts of your own home. The chic chef's kitchen features custom cabinetry, marble countertops and top of the line appliances, including Viking, Subzero, and Bosch. The private bedroom hall leads to the large corner primary suite with a luxurious marble and tile bathroom with custom vanity and separate large glass walk in shower. The second corner bedroom and third room share a pristine and beautiful windowed marble bathroom with soaking tub/shower. Additional details include generous customs closets throughout the home and new plumbing and electric. 140 East 81st Street is known for its super low maintenance. It is a lovely, prewar full-time doorman cooperative located in the heart of the UES, moments from the city's best museums, transportation, shopping, and restaurants. Amenities include a fully staffed building, live-in resident manager, a fitness room, common storage, bicycle storage, central laundry room and a garden for residents. Pied-a-terres and pets are permitted with board approval. 75% financing allowed.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Entrance Foyer Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed Common Area

Exterior Features

Building Garden

Appliances

Dryer Washer

Building Information

Stories 13
Style Prewar

Financial Details

Maintenance $2,223/mo
Sale Price $2,200,000
Previous Price $2,295,000

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

311

Median Asking Price

$1.40M

Median $/Sqft

$1,488

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

9

Price Reduced

24%

Sold (30 Days)

31

Median Sale Price

$1.48M

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 4/1/26, 11:42 PM EST

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140 E 81st Street #3-A, Upper East Side, New York County • Near Lexington Avenue/Third Avenue

Floor Plans

Floor Plan
MLS® ID: RLS10835189
First Listed: 5/18/2022
Price Changed: 1/25/2023
Closed: 1/25/2023
Contract Date: 5/18/2022

Listing Courtesy of Compass - Rachel Koenig

Listing Contact: (917) 572-5098

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