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SOLD FOR $9,900,000

· Closed November 15, 2019

7 E 81ST Street #NA

$9,900,000

$1,625 per sq ft

7 E 81ST Street #NA

Upper East Side, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS10571931

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC

6

Bedrooms

6.5

Baths

6,093

Sq. Ft.

N/A

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 6
Bathrooms 7 full, 3 half
Living Area 6,093 sq ft
Year Built N/A
Neighborhood Upper East Side

Property Highlights

  • Fireplace: Wood-burning or decorative fireplace

Property Details

Type Single Family Residence
Baths 6 Full, 3 Half
Pets Yes
Living Area 6,093 sq ft
Parcel # 1493-0107

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Apr 4, 2019 $9,900,000 -
Currently Apr 24, 2026 $9,900,000 -

Description

An extraordinary opportunity to live on one of the most iconic and beautiful tree lined blocks in NYC! Located on East 81st Street just off of Fifth Avenue and next to the famed Metropolitan Museum of Art, this multifamily 5 story townhouse has been beautifully maintained with many original details. There are 5 renovated apartments consisting of 3 spacious floor through homes and 2 studios, and an additional 2 commercial offices on the parlor level. An elevator is accessible from every floor, and there are wood burning fireplaces as well. The home spans 20 feet wide and the lot is 102 feet deep, with a beautiful walled garden. All leases are set to expire October 31, 2019

Part of the Metropolitan Museum Historic District, this outstanding home is around the corner from Central Park, all of the Madison Avenue luxury retail stores, and close to Museum Mile and some of the top art galleries in the world.

A fabulous property as either investment or to be transformed into an amazing 1-family townhouse in an unbelievable location!

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Fireplace

Appliances

Washer Dryer Allowed

Building Information

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

$1.63M

Median $/Sqft

$1,563

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

25

Price Reduced

26%

Sold (30 Days)

32

Median Sale Price

$1.52M

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Location

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7 E 81ST Street #NA, Upper East Side, New York County

Floor Plans

Floor Plan

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1929
Year Built
97 years old
20
Floors
183
Residential Units
R10A
Zoning District
Elevator Apartments Historic District: Upper West Side / Central Park West Historic District NYC Landmark

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $70,089,300
Land Value: $11,745,000
Exemptions: $90,320

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

Lot Area: 40,350 SF
Building Area: 600,613 SF
Built FAR: 14.89
Allowed FAR: 10

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

This property has 6 bedrooms and 6 full bathrooms and 3 half bathrooms.

The listed interior living area is 6,093 square feet. Verify dimensions independently during due diligence.

Pet policy requires confirmation with the listing broker.

At the current list price of $9,900,000 for 6,093 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $1,625. 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: RLS10571931
First Listed: 4/4/2019
Closed: 11/15/2019
Contract Date: 4/4/2019

Listing Courtesy of Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC - Richard Ziegelasch

Listing Contact: (917) 519-9111

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