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SOLD FOR $4,300,000

· Closed January 8, 2016

133 W 81ST Street #2
Closed For Sale Co-op

$4,300,000

133 W 81ST Street #2

Upper West Side, Manhattan

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MLS® #RLS10471131

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Halstead dba Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC

3

Bedrooms

4

Baths

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1900

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 4
Year Built 1900
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $2,861/mo
Neighborhood Upper West Side

Property Highlights

  • Style: Prewar architecture
  • Character: Pre-war building (1900)

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 7
Baths null Full
Pets Yes
Year Built 1900
Architectural Style Prewar
Parcel # 1212-0021-00133-000-0000002

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Sep 10, 2015 $4,495,000 -
Currently May 14, 2026 $4,300,000 -4.3%

Description

New to Market! Spectacular hilltop 3+ bedroom Townhouse triplex with charming terrace and office in a quiet brownstone building. Oversized windows, high ceilings, 5 decorative fireplaces adorning every room, original pocket window shutters, stainless steel appliances, granite counter tops, marble foyer, 2 zone central A/C, hardwood floors. Enter marble foyer with 4 closets, a generously sized master bedroom with huge heritage window, double door closet, en-suite marble master bath with separate soaking tub and shower. A second level is open and loft-like with exposed brick walls throughout. Dining Room has 2 huge south-facing arched windows. Open kitchen with granite counters, stainless steel appliances and wine cooler. Living Room leads to serene outdoor deck nestled in the treetops. Top level is a den or third bedroom with a home office, full bathroom and separate private entrance. Low maintenance. Located on one of the Upper West Side's best and most convenient blocks, a block and a half from both Central Park and Zabars and only 1/2 block from the Museum of Natural History and the Hayden Planetarium. It is convenient to the major transit systems including the 79th street cross town bus. Many of the most popular and lauded restaurants and food markets are within easy distance. Dozens of iconic townhouses line both sides of West 81 Street between Columbus and Amsterdam Avenues. A pet friendly co-op with 2 other owners.This is the apartment you've been waiting for and it won't last long. (Opportunity to purchase the adjoining 1 bedroom duplex apartment with a fantastic decked rooftop.)

Building Information

Financial Details

Maintenance $2,861/mo
Original Price $4,495,000
Previous Price $4,495,000

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

593

Median Asking Price

$1.69M

Median $/Sqft

$1,546

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

38

Price Reduced

28%

Sold (30 Days)

89

Median Sale Price

$1.80M

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133 W 81ST Street #2, Upper West Side, New York County

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1887
Year Built
139 years old
4
Floors
8
Residential Units
R8B
Zoning District
Walk-Up Apartments Historic District: Upper West Side / Central Park West Historic District

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $1,869,750
Land Value: $330,750
Exemptions: $0

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

Lot Area: 1,839 SF
Building Area: 5,325 SF
Built FAR: 2.9
Allowed FAR: 4

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 $2,861 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

This property has 3 bedrooms and 4 full bathrooms.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1900, making it approximately 126 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.

Pet policy requires confirmation with the listing broker.

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: RLS10471131
First Listed: 9/10/2015
Price Changed: 1/8/2016
Closed: 1/8/2016
Contract Date: 9/10/2015

Listing Courtesy of Halstead dba Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC - Judith Oston

Listing Contact: (212) 381-2370

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