15 W 81st Street #2F
MLS® #RLS10955283
Listing by Compass
3
Bedrooms
3.5
Baths
N/A
Sq. Ft.
1930
Year Built
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Property Highlights
- Exposure: North,South,West facing
- Character: Pre-war building (1930)
Property Details
Description
A grand scale Classic Six room home at 15 West 81st Street, the famed Emery Roth landmark building. Apartment 2F features a gracious pre-war layout with northern exposures overlooking the historic brownstones and treetops on West 82nd Street. Upon entering this beautiful residence, you are met with a dramatic 9’ by 27’ formal gallery which flows perfectly between a 16’ by 27’ living room with three large windows and a 17’ by 17’ formal dining room. The living room provides abundant space for multiple furniture plans for comfortable living and sophisticated entertaining. The living room boasts three large windows with charming treetop views creating a quaint brownstone feel. On the opposite end of the gallery, the square formal dining room is the perfect setting for the largest of dinner parties. The renovated windowed kitchen sits conveniently off the dining room and features abundant granite-covered counter space, luxurious custom cabinetry, and the best high-end appliance package including a SubZero Fridge, a designer series Fisher and Paykel Range, and Cooktop, and a Miele dishwasher. A breakfast bar provides the perfect setting for enjoying your morning or evening with sunny courtyard views through an oversized picture window. The staff room has been kept intact which is ideal for casual dining or a home office with its own bath as well as a washer/dryer. The gracious floor plan offers a completely separate bedroom wing. The massive corner 14’ by 24’ primary suite is complete with a dressing room, a custom-fitted walk-in closet, and charming and quiet brownstone views from two oversized windows. The windowed en-suite bath features a large dressing room, classic floor-to-ceiling white tiling, a Jacuzzi tub, and a separate rain shower. The generously proportioned second bedroom measures nearly 15’ by 16’ with sunny courtyard views and two large closets. This room is outfitted with a custom-paneled library complete with an electronically controlled Murphy Bed. The en-suite bath features floor-to-ceiling decorative tiling and beautifully restored period details including the tiled floor, pedestal sink, and a deep soaking tub. Other features of this special residence include abundant outfitted closet space, new windows, and beautifully restored pre-war features such as herringbone floors, solid wood doors, original hardware, and tall beamed ceilings. 15 West 81st Street, the famed Emery Roth landmark building, is a long-established white-glove cooperative with a reputation for stellar service and financial stability. It is located on one of the most sought-after blocks in Manhattan and boasts modern amenities such as a state-of-the-art fitness center, playroom, and separate storage rooms for owners. 50% finance permitted. 2% flip tax payable by the purchaser.
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About Upper West Side
View All Upper West Side ListingsThe 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
View NeighborhoodActive Listings
537
Median Asking Price
$1.77M
Median $/Sqft
$1,618
Avg Days on Market
N/A
New This Week
23
Price Reduced
28%
Sold (30 Days)
82
Median Sale Price
$1.68M
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15 W 81st Street #2F, Upper West Side, New York County
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