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SOLD FOR $460,000

· Closed December 22, 2022

520 E 81ST Street #4J
Closed For Sale Condo

$460,000

$989 per sq ft

520 E 81ST Street #4J

Upper East Side, Manhattan

THE SALEM HOUSE

MLS® #RLS10815996

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC

Studio

1

Bath

465

Sq. Ft.

1964

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms Studio
Bathrooms 1
Living Area 465 sq ft
Year Built 1964
Ownership Condo
HOA/Common Charges $576/mo
Property Taxes $6,840/yr
Parking Garage
Neighborhood Upper East Side
Floor 4 of 12

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: South facing
  • Parking: Private garage

Property Details

Type Condo
Ownership Condominium
Total Rooms 2
Baths 1 Full
Floor 4 of 12
Exposure South
Pets Yes
Cross Street York & East End Avenues
Year Built 1964
Living Area 465 sq ft
Parking Garage Available
Parcel # 1577-1047

Description

Best condominium studio value on the Upper East Side featuring southern and eastern bright exposures, low carrying costs and a practical layout in the full-service Salem House. Each room boasts a window highlighted by the proportional living space offering comfortable living, dining and sleeping areas. Full size appliances, three large closets and a dressing area off the bathroom complete the picture. The pet-friendly (up to 35 lbs) Salem House offers a 24 hour doorman, live-in super, beautiful views on the landscaped roof deck, common laundry room and bike storage. Attractive to owners, investors and those seeking a pied-a-terre in the heart of the UES.

Yorkville has been transformed by the Second Avenue Subway into a destination anchored by the wonderful Carl Schurz Park, a mini-Central Park offering multiple grassy knolls, playgrounds, basketball and hockey courts, two dog parks and the highly desirable waterfront walkway flanked by the historic Gracie Mansion. John Jay Park is your second park nearby with a pool and basketball courts. This convenient location has the best Upper East Side shopping options highlighted by Whole Foods, Fairway Market, Levain Bakery, Equinox, Club Pilates, a host of neighborhood and renowned restaurants and easy access to the Q, 4, 5, 6, and 79th Street crosstown bus.

Ongoing Assessment of $78 included in common charges displayed. Real estate taxes displayed may be reduced by 17.5% if purchasing as your primary residence (Consult your CPA). All measurements and square footages are approximate and all information should be confirmed by customer.

Building Information

Building THE SALEM HOUSE
Total Units 163
Stories 12

Financial Details

Common Charges $576/mo
RE Taxes $6,840/yr ($570/mo)
Original Price $450,000
Sale Price $460,000
Previous Price $450,000

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

312

Median Asking Price

$1.38M

Median $/Sqft

$1,476

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

9

Price Reduced

22%

Sold (30 Days)

31

Median Sale Price

$1.48M

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520 E 81ST Street #4J, Upper East Side, New York County • Near York & East End Avenues

Floor Plans

Floor Plan
MLS® ID: RLS10815996
First Listed: 8/18/2022
Price Changed: 12/23/2022
Closed: 12/22/2022
Contract Date: 8/9/2022

Listing Courtesy of Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC - Clifford Marks

Listing Contact: (212) 381-6576

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