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SOLD FOR $2,975,000

· Closed October 28, 2019

131 E 81ST Street #2A/3A
Closed For Sale Co-op

$2,975,000

$1,031 per sq ft

131 E 81ST Street #2A/3A

Upper East Side, Manhattan

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MLS® #RLS10566664

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Halstead dba Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC

4

Bedrooms

4

Baths

2,886

Sq. Ft.

1982

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 4
Bathrooms 4
Living Area 2,886 sq ft
Year Built 1982
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $5,072/mo
Neighborhood Upper East Side

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: East,South facing

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 8
Baths 4 Full
Exposure East,South
Pets Yes
Cross Street PARK AVENUE and LEXINGTON AVENUE
Year Built 1982
Living Area 2,886 sq ft

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Mar 26, 2019 $3,300,000 -
Currently Apr 26, 2026 $2,975,000 -9.8%

Description

Welcome to your sprawling country home on the Upper East Side!

This rare duplex four-bedroom four-bathroom home is located in a boutique coop on a quiet tree lined street between Park and Lexington Avenue. As a corner unit with south and east exposures, you are ensured natural light all day long. Enter on the lower level with your private keyed elevator into a gorgeous living area where you can entertain your guests. There is a large dining area and a spacious open kitchen off the dining room. There are two bedrooms on the lower level including the huge private master suite with its windowed bathroom and spacious closets. The large second bedroom is currently being used as a study. As you climb the stairs, you will enter the gigantic space currently being used as a games room/ den. The third bedroom is identical to the master suite with its own walk-in closet and windowed bathroom. The fourth bedroom is also very spacious and has its own closet. There is a huge walk-in pantry cum storage room on the upper level as well as additional closets on both levels. You will not be wanting for storage! Both floors have their own washer/dryers as well.

Currently configured as a four-bedroom home it can be very easily converted to a five-bedroom home. There is keyed elevator access at the upper level as well. The resident manager accepts packages and tends to the building.

Pets are allowed with board approval. Maximum of 80% financing is permitted.

Enjoy living in a sought-after neighborhood minutes from public transportation (4, 5, 6 and Q subway lines as well as crosstown, uptown and downtown buses). The location offers ready access to Central Park, museums/galleries, restaurants, cafes, boutiques and grocery stores including Whole Foods, Eli's Market and Fairway. Top-rated public and private schools are nearby. Equinox, Soul Cycle and Rumble are just some of the nearby fitness venues to burn some calories.

Please email or call for a private showing.

Features & Amenities

Appliances

Dryer Washer

Building Information

Financial Details

Maintenance $5,072/mo
Original Price $3,300,000
Sale Price $2,975,000

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

339

Median Asking Price

$1.57M

Median $/Sqft

$1,563

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

27

Price Reduced

27%

Sold (30 Days)

32

Median Sale Price

$1.52M

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Location

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131 E 81ST Street #2A/3A, Upper East Side, New York County • Near PARK AVENUE and LEXINGTON AVENUE

Floor Plans

Floor Plan

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1920
Year Built
106 years old
2
Floors
1
Residential Units
R2
Zoning District
One Family Dwellings

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $91,560
Land Value: $19,680
Exemptions: $2,880

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

Lot Area: 2,549 SF
Building Area: 1,476 SF
Built FAR: 0.58
Allowed FAR: 0.75

Source: NYC PLUTO (Primary Land Use Tax Lot Output), NYC Department of City Planning (data.cityofnewyork.us)

Want help estimating ownership costs or understanding building compliance? Let's discuss

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about this property

The current listed monthly maintenance are $5,072 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

This property has 4 bedrooms and 4 full bathrooms.

The listed interior living area is 2,886 square feet. Verify dimensions independently during due diligence.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1982, making it approximately 44 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.

At the current list price of $2,975,000 for 2,886 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $1,031. This figure is for reference only and may differ from appraised or assessed values.

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: RLS10566664
First Listed: 3/26/2019
Closed: 10/28/2019
Contract Date: 3/6/2019

Listing Courtesy of Halstead dba Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC - Swati Saha

Listing Contact: (212) 381-2614

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