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140 E 81ST Street #11F
Closed For Sale Co-op

$795,000

140 E 81ST Street #11F

Upper East Side, Manhattan

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MLS® #RLS10901106

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC

1

Bedroom

1

Bath

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1928

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Year Built 1928
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $1,909/mo
Neighborhood Upper East Side
Floor 11 of 13

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: East,South,West facing
  • Style: Prewar architecture
  • Character: Pre-war building (1928)

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 3
Baths 1 Full
Floor 11 of 13
Exposure East,South,West
Pets Yes
Cross Street Lexington & Third Avenue
Year Built 1928
Architectural Style Prewar
Parcel # 1509-0051-00140-000-000011F

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Mar 28, 2023 $795,000 -
Currently May 1, 2026 $795,000 -

Description

Apartment 11F is a charming, classic pre-war one bedroom in the heart of the Upper East Side. With windows in every room, it is filled with sunlight and enjoys City views to the south, east and west. It has just been refreshed and is ready for your personal style.

There are 9' beamed ceilings throughout, original hardwood floors, decorative crown and baseboard moldings, built in bookshelves and plenty of closets.

The classic entry foyer opens into a beautifully scaled living room anchored by two oversized windows. There is a large eat-in kitchen with space for your desk overlooking the City for blocks. A private hallway leads to the bedroom which has large corner windows and easily fits a queen-size bed, two dressers and a seating area.

140 East 81st Street is a full service cooperative with a 24 hour doorman, live-in resident manager, fitness room with a Peloton bike, common storage, bicycle room, central laundry room and a garden for residents. There are 74 units and the monthly maintenance is one of the lowest in the area. W/D's and pets are permitted with Board pre-approval. A pied-a-terre is permitted, 75% financing allowed and there is no Flip Tax! With the City's best museums, transportation, shopping and restaurants close by, it is a Simply Must See! Please contact us for a showing.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed

Appliances

Washer Dryer Allowed

Building Information

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Building Data View Compliance & Permits
Total Units 91
Stories 13
Style Prewar

Financial Details

Maintenance $1,909/mo
Sale Price $795,000

The Upper East Side remains the gold standard for classic New York elegance. Known for 'Museum Mile' and its low-traffic, 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

341

Median Asking Price

$1.77M

Median $/Sqft

$1,536

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

29

Price Reduced

28%

Sold (30 Days)

37

Median Sale Price

$1.52M

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Location

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140 E 81ST Street #11F, Upper East Side, New York County • Near Lexington & Third Avenue

Floor Plans

Floor Plan 1

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1930
Year Built
96 years old
2
Floors
1
Residential Units
R2
Zoning District
One Family Dwellings

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $188,640
Land Value: $36,180
Exemptions: $0

Note: Individual unit taxes may differ. Verify current tax bills with NYC DOF.

Lot Area: 5,250 SF
Building Area: 4,074 SF
Built FAR: 0.78
Allowed FAR: 0.75

Source: NYC PLUTO (Primary Land Use Tax Lot Output), NYC Department of City Planning (data.cityofnewyork.us)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about this property

The current listed monthly maintenance are $1,909 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

This property has 1 bedroom and 1 full bathroom.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1928, making it approximately 98 years old.

This listing is a co-op (stock cooperative). Buyers purchase shares in a corporation rather than real property, and the board must approve all sales.

Pets are permitted at this property. Contact the listing broker for weight limits or breed restrictions.

To schedule a private showing, contact Milton Coste at (917) 416-7433 or mcoste@kwnyc.com. Per REBNY guidelines effective 2025, a Buyer Representation Agreement is required before a buyer's broker can show you properties. You may attend open houses independently without one.

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(917) 416-7433
MLS® ID: RLS10901106
First Listed: 3/28/2023
Price Changed: 3/28/2023
Closed: 6/21/2023
Contract Date: 3/28/2023

Listing Courtesy of Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC - Sharon Fahy

Listing Contact: (212) 381-3217

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