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SOLD FOR $2,150,000

Listed at $2,100,000 · Sold 2.4% above asking · Closed August 12, 2019

140 E 81st Street #7-A
Closed For Sale Co-op

$2,100,000

140 E 81st Street #7-A

Upper East Side, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS10560379

RLS at REBNY

Listing by The Simple Real Estate Co.

3

Bedrooms

2

Baths

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1928

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 2
Year Built 1928
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $2,175/mo
Neighborhood Upper East Side
Floor 7 of 13

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: West facing
  • Style: Prewar architecture
  • Climate Control: Wall Units

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 5
Baths 2 Full
Floor 7 of 13
Exposure West
Cooling Wall Units
Pets Yes
Cross Street Lexington Avenue/Third Avenue
Year Built 1928
Architectural Style Prewar
Block/Lot 1509/51

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Mar 12, 2019 $2,100,000 -
Currently Apr 27, 2026 $2,100,000 -

Description

Apartment 7A is the definition of attainable luxury. It is the rare mint condition, prewar, 3 bed, 2 bath home in a full-service, 25% down coop with low monthlies in a prime (off Lex) location. Its gracious layout offers a traditional bedroom wing, en suite master bath, spacious, west facing living room, dining area and abundant storage.The washer/dryer and oversized pantry in the windowed kitchen are just the cherries on this stunning cake!

Building amenities include F/T doorman, live-in superintendent, fitness room, common storage, bicycle storage, laundry room and a garden for residents. Pied-a-terres and washer/dryers are allowed. Please note there is an assessment for capital improvements totaling $1304 due in quarterly payments through December 2019.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Dining Area Pantry Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed Common Area

Exterior Features

Building Garden

Building Information

Financial Details

Maintenance $2,175/mo
Sale Price $2,150,000

The Upper East Side remains the gold standard for classic New York elegance. Known for 'Museum Mile' and its low-traffic, 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

340

Median Asking Price

$1.57M

Median $/Sqft

$1,560

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

25

Price Reduced

28%

Sold (30 Days)

32

Median Sale Price

$1.52M

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140 E 81st Street #7-A, Upper East Side, New York County • Near Lexington Avenue/Third Avenue

Floor Plans

Floor Plan

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1930
Year Built
96 years old
2
Floors
1
Residential Units
R2
Zoning District
One Family Dwellings

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $188,640
Land Value: $36,180
Exemptions: $0

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

Lot Area: 5,250 SF
Building Area: 4,074 SF
Built FAR: 0.78
Allowed FAR: 0.75

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 $2,175 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

This property has 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1928, making it approximately 98 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: RLS10560379
First Listed: 3/12/2019
Closed: 8/12/2019
Contract Date: 3/12/2019

Listing Courtesy of The Simple Real Estate Co. - Louisa Gillen

Listing Contact: (917) 306-3337

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