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SOLD FOR $473,000

· Closed July 21, 2021

520 E 81ST Street #3N
Closed For Sale Condo

$473,000

$1,148 per sq ft

520 E 81ST Street #3N

Upper East Side, Manhattan

THE SALEM HOUSE

MLS® #RLS10719252

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Halstead dba Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC

Studio

1

Bath

412

Sq. Ft.

1964

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms Studio
Bathrooms 1
Living Area 412 sq ft
Year Built 1964
Ownership Condo
HOA/Common Charges $440/mo
Property Taxes $5,076/yr
Parking Garage
Neighborhood Upper East Side
Floor 3 of 12

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: South facing
  • Parking: Private garage

Property Details

Type Condo
Ownership Condominium
Total Rooms 2
Baths 1 Full
Floor 3 of 12
Exposure South
Pets Yes
Cross Street York & East End Avenues
Year Built 1964
Living Area 412 sq ft
Parking Garage Available
Parcel # 1577-1038

Description

Feel a sense of home at The Salem House. Full service condominium building nestled on a quiet tree- lined block on the Upper East Side. Entering through the foyer you are immediately led to the main living space along with an abundance of natural light beaming through the oversized window. The separate kitchen features a south facing window and is equipped with new stainless steel appliances. The bathroom is full size with a dressing area. Apartment offers three closets, hardwood flooring throughout, new windows and new PTAC (heating and cooling unit). This can be a great primary residence, pied-a-terre or investment.

The Salem House has a full-time doorman, live-in super, roof deck with beautiful skyline and river views, central laundry in the basement. Located near Carl Schurz Park and the East River, and surrounded by many great restaurants, shopping, transportation and other conveniences. Bring your pet along.

$73.00 monthly assessment.

Building Information

Building THE SALEM HOUSE
Total Units 163
Stories 12

Financial Details

Common Charges $440/mo
RE Taxes $5,076/yr ($423/mo)
Original Price $483,000
Sale Price $473,000

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

$1.70M

Median $/Sqft

$1,532

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

27

Price Reduced

30%

Sold (30 Days)

34

Median Sale Price

$1.52M

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 4/16/26, 2:11 PM EST

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520 E 81ST Street #3N, Upper East Side, New York County • Near York & East End Avenues

Floor Plans

Floor Plan
MLS® ID: RLS10719252
First Listed: 5/18/2021
Price Changed: 7/21/2021
Closed: 7/21/2021
Contract Date: 4/8/2021

Listing Courtesy of Halstead dba Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC - Evgheni Petish-Abramovich

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