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SOLD FOR $632,500

· Closed November 15, 2024

51 W 81ST Street #5G
Closed For Sale Co-op

$632,500

$1,406 per sq ft

51 W 81ST Street #5G

Upper West Side, Manhattan

GALAXY

MLS® #RLS10996802

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Coldwell Banker Warburg

Studio

1

Bath

450

Sq. Ft.

1903

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms Studio
Bathrooms 1
Living Area 450 sq ft
Year Built 1903
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $974/mo
Neighborhood Upper West Side
Floor 5 of 13

Property Highlights

  • Views: City, Park Greenbelt
  • Exposure: South facing
  • Climate Control: Other

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 2
Baths 1 Full
Floor 5 of 13
View City, Park Greenbelt
Exposure South
Cooling Other
Pets Yes
Year Built 1903
Living Area 450 sq ft
Structure Type HighRise
Basement Other
Parcel # 1195-0001-00051-000-000005G
Block/Lot 01824/0016

Description

This thoughtfully designed prewar studio apartment enjoys open, south-facing tree-line views over the gardens of the Natural History Museum. The kitchen is replete with top-of-the-line appliances, including Miele and Sub-Zero, all fitted perfectly for the space among custom cabinetry and paneling. Every inch was architecturally designed for maximum functionality. The attractive wood paneling continues into the living area of this home, with a custom fitted sofa, shelving, and Murphy bed that neatly folds up into closets. Every nook and cranny has been considered to maximize utility, functionality, and storage.The windowed bathroom is also fully renovated. The ceilings are over 9ft throughout, and this home features a versatile sleeping or storage loft, as well as motorized shades for effortless light control.The Galaxy is a full-service co-op just moments from Central Park, across the street from the Natural History Museum. Its fabulous Upper West Side location is close to so many of the restaurants, boutiques, coffee shops, and major transportation that have make this neighborhood so special and desirable. Pets are permitted, as are co-purchases and pieds--terre on a case-by-case basis. Building services and amenities include a 24-hour doorman, live-in super, and roof deck.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Building Other

Exterior Features

Building Roof Deck

Building Information

Building GALAXY
Total Units 125
Stories 13
Structure HighRise

Financial Details

Maintenance $974/mo
Original Price $649,000
Sale Price $632,500
Previous Price $649,000

The Upper West Side (UWS) is celebrated for its cultural richness and architectural grandeur. Nestled between Central Park and Riverside Park, the neighborhood provides an unparalleled connection to nature within the urban grid. Residents enjoy easy access to Lincoln Center, the American Museum of Natural History, and a vibrant culinary scene. The real estate landscape is famous for its historic brownstones and iconic 'white-glove' apartment buildings along Central Park West and Riverside Drive.

Upper West Side Live Market Data

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Active Listings

535

Median Asking Price

$1.67M

Median $/Sqft

$1,500

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

27

Price Reduced

23%

Sold (30 Days)

80

Median Sale Price

$1.67M

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51 W 81ST Street #5G, Upper West Side, New York County

Floor Plans

Floor Plan
MLS® ID: RLS10996802
First Listed: 7/24/2024
On Market: 7/24/2024
Price Changed: 11/15/2024
Closed: 11/15/2024
Contract Date: 7/24/2024

Listing Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Warburg - June Gottlieb

Listing Contact: (917) 826-9996

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