Sold on 11/4/2025 for $1,385,000
131 E 81st Street #PH15
MLS® #RLS20016176
Listing by Compass
2
Bedrooms
2.5
Baths
1,075
Sq. Ft.
1983
Year Built
Quick Summary
Property Highlights
- Views: City
- Exposure: East,North,South,West facing
- Outdoor Space: Balcony
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Description
Welcome to PH15, a private full-floor, corner-unit penthouse in the heart of the Upper East Side with excellent light, 2 balconies, private elevator entry, in-unit w/d, custom built-in closets, custom Chef kitchen, built-in closets by LEICHT, 1.5 baths, (primary ensuite bath has heated floors), and 2 skylights. Private & Spacious This 18-story boutique cooperative rarely has apartments for sale and is located on 81st Street between Park and Lexington avenues. The private-keyed elevator brings you to the 15th Floor, where you enter a full-floor apartment with an open floor plan boasting natural light from all four exposures. Apartment Amenities PH15 includes its own Miele washer/dryer, two planting terraces, custom built-in storage closets, an ensuite bath, powder room, video intercom system, two skylights, engineered hardwood floors, and private keyed elevator access. Chefs Kitchen The chef's island kitchen is equipped with a Liebher fridge, a Thermador dishwasher and 4-burner gas stove, lots of cabinet space, and its own skylight allowing for beautiful natural light. The kitchen is near the balcony, perfect for those who love to have their morning espresso outdoors with a view. Rooms & Closets The living room is oversized at 20ft in length with a generous 14.4ft width. It faces east and north, boasting light from its double exposures and multiple windows. The living room is also complimented by one of the residence's balconies. The primary bedroom has southern and western exposures, large built-in closets, and it's ensuite windowed bath with heated bathroom floors and the residence's second skylight. The second bedroom has its own closet, heating/cooling, and window. One could look into expanding the width of this bedroom as needed. Location highlights include being only minutes away from Butterfield Market, Citarella, Eli’s, Whole Foods, JCC Moise Safra, The Metropolitan Museum of Art, and Central Park. Zoned for PS6. Coop Rules The cooperative board of the building permits pets, pied-a-terre use, guarantors, co-purchases, subletting, and up to 70% financing. There is a 2% flip tax to be paid by the buyer. There is a video intercom and the resident staff accepts and delivers packages. All this at a relatively low maintenance. Brand new elevator cabin and complete mechanical overhaul (replaced in 2024). All showings including open houses are by appointment only. Some pictures are virtually staged with furniture however they are representative of the residence's current condition. Note: Agents and Broker make no listing information guarantees, representations, or warranties. All information is provided to the best of their knowledge. All measurements, sizing, and details are to be verified by buyer.
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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
View NeighborhoodActive Listings
271
Median Asking Price
$1.85M
Median $/Sqft
$1,557
Avg Days on Market
N/A
New This Week
14
Price Reduced
30%
Sold (30 Days)
31
Median Sale Price
$1.37M
Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 3/1/26, 6:44 PM EST
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131 E 81st Street #PH15, Upper East Side, New York County
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