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SOLD FOR $2,000,000

· Closed March 1, 2021

163 E 81st Street #1-CD
Closed For Sale Co-op

$2,000,000

163 E 81st Street #1-CD

Upper East Side, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS10643485

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Compass

3

Bedrooms

2

Baths

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1927

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 2
Year Built 1927
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $4,310/mo
Neighborhood Upper East Side
Floor 2 of 10

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: North,South facing
  • Fireplace: Wood-burning or decorative fireplace
  • Style: Prewar architecture

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 6
Baths 2 Full
Floor 2 of 10
Exposure North,South
Pets Yes
Cross Street Lexington Avenue/Third Avenue
Year Built 1927
Architectural Style Prewar
Block/Lot 1510/30

Description

XXX MINT PREWAR 3 BR - SECOND FLOOR APARTMENT! LOOK NO FURTHER! This RENOVATED THREE BEDROOM HOME has been seamlessly combined by high-end design/build firm, THE RENOVATED HOME. Spacious with enviable room proportions and oozing with prewar charm, this unique residence has TWO WORKING WOOD BURNING FIREPLACES, high beamed ceilings, refinished original hardwood floors, moldings and handsome BUILT-IN BOOKCASES flanking both fireplaces. The MASTER BEDROOM SUITE with DOUBLE BUILT-IN DESKS is large enough for a KING SIZE BED and a seating area which easily fits a PELOTON. Additional features include abundant CUSTOM CLOSETS and a MARBLE BATHROOM with DOUBLE VANITIES, a large shower, radiant floors and heated towel rack. The SECOND MASTER BEDROOM is equally large and shares a beautifully renovated bathroom with the third bedroom/library. The kitchen has stainless steel appliances, marble countertops and has a cleverly designed mirrored sliding french door to the dining room, There is a sound system in the living room, air conditioning that is controlled separately in every room, custom closets, and a stunning LAUNDRY ROOM and WET BAR. If you don't want to use the elevator, it's just one easy flight down to the lobby. 163 East 81st Street is a full time prewar doorman cooperative with a live-in resident manager, central laundry, bike room and wood storage in the basement. Private storage. Zoned in P.S. 6. A tremendous value not to be missed! Pet friendly. 2% flip tax paid by buyer. Up to 50% financing permitted.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Den Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed Common Area Fireplace

Building Information

Stories 10
Style Prewar

Financial Details

Maintenance $4,310/mo
Sale Price $2,000,000

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

331

Median Asking Price

$1.74M

Median $/Sqft

$1,516

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

28

Price Reduced

27%

Sold (30 Days)

32

Median Sale Price

$1.53M

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163 E 81st Street #1-CD, Upper East Side, New York County • Near Lexington Avenue/Third Avenue

Floor Plans

Floor Plan
MLS® ID: RLS10643485
First Listed: 9/24/2017
Price Changed: 2/5/2021
Closed: 3/1/2021
Contract Date: 7/1/2020

Listing Courtesy of Compass - Christine Miller Martin

Listing Contact: (917) 453-5152

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