521 E 81ST Street #1B
MLS® #RLS10837361
Listing by Douglas Elliman Real Estate
Studio
1
Bath
400
Sq. Ft.
1910
Year Built
Quick Summary
Property Highlights
- Exposure: South facing
- Style: Prewar architecture
- Character: Pre-war building (1910)
Property Details
Description
Sweet and affordable studio is perfect for the first time buyer, a pied a terre seeker or someone that is looking to down size. This quiet apartment features hardwood floors, high ceilings, and southern exposure. We have provided Virtual Staging to help with update ideas as this home needs work. 521 East 81st Street is a well-maintained, boutique pre-war co-op with a live-in super and laundry room. It is conveniently located near the 2nd Avenue Q subway line, residents are also just blocks away from Carl Schurz Park and Gracie Mansion. Unlimited Subletting from Day One of ownership with board approval, Co-purchasing, Pied-a-Terres and Pets are permitted. Residence 1B is located on the second floor. Coop has no underlying mortgage and is lender approved by US Bank and Cross Country Mortgage.
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About Upper East Side
View All Upper East Side ListingsThe 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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309
Median Asking Price
$1.41M
Median $/Sqft
$1,488
Avg Days on Market
N/A
New This Week
6
Price Reduced
24%
Sold (30 Days)
30
Median Sale Price
$1.44M
Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 4/1/26, 3:02 PM EST
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Location
521 E 81ST Street #1B, Upper East Side, New York County
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