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SOLD FOR $1,250,000

· Closed August 5, 2022

163 E 81ST Street #PHC
Closed For Sale Co-op

$1,250,000

163 E 81ST Street #PHC

Upper East Side, Manhattan

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MLS® #RLS10787887

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Douglas Elliman Real Estate

1

Bedroom

1

Bath

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1927

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Year Built 1927
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $3,673/mo
Neighborhood Upper East Side
Floor 12 of 9

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: North facing
  • Outdoor Space: Terrace
  • Style: Prewar architecture

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 3
Baths 1 Full
Floor 12 of 9
Exposure North
Pets Yes
Cross Street LEXINGTON AVENUE and 3 AVENUE
Year Built 1927
Architectural Style Prewar
Parcel # 1510-0030-00163-000-0000PHC

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Sep 9, 2021 $1,250,000 -
Currently May 6, 2026 $1,250,000 -

Description

Welcome to PH-C at this prestigious Upper East Side Co-op. This unit is for the private outdoor space lover that enjoys views and sunlight in the most inspiring unit in the building, a rare find for the Upper East Side. Elevated in the sky PH-C is a one-bedroom, one bathroom with sunlit glass-enclosed solarium great for a second bedroom, home office or a lounge in the sky great for entertaining. Speaking of entertaining, this unit offers a 1,100 SF wraparound private terrace with all four exposures. The expansive terrace is great for growing fresh vegetables, fruit or your favorite flowers. Disclaimer: Terrace photos are virtually staged. Terrace flooring is in the process of being entirely replaced with brand new pavers throughout.

The airy and sunlit penthouse offers well-proportioned rooms, immense closet space, wood-burning fireplace, high beamed ceilings just shy of 11 feet, windowed kitchen and bath, and of course the glass-enclosed solarium with breathtaking views of the Upper East Side.

163 East 81st Street is a full-service pre-war building located on the Upper East Side between Lexington and Third Avenue on a beautiful tree-lined block in one of Manhattan's most desirable residential neighborhoods. Built-in 1927, the building has a 24-hour doorman and live-in super, central laundry room and storage comes with the apartment. Pets and pied-a-terres allowed.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed

Exterior Features

Terrace

Appliances

Washer Dryer Allowed

Building Information

Financial Details

Maintenance $3,673/mo
Sale Price $1,250,000

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

333

Median Asking Price

$1.75M

Median $/Sqft

$1,509

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

12

Price Reduced

28%

Sold (30 Days)

38

Median Sale Price

$1.56M

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Location

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163 E 81ST Street #PHC, Upper East Side, New York County • Near LEXINGTON AVENUE and 3 AVENUE

Floor Plans

Floor Plan 1

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1920
Year Built
106 years old
2
Floors
2
Residential Units
R2
Zoning District
Two Family Dwellings

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $136,260
Land Value: $35,700
Exemptions: $0

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

Lot Area: 6,560 SF
Building Area: 3,008 SF
Built FAR: 0.46
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 $3,673 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 1927, making it approximately 99 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: RLS10787887
First Listed: 9/9/2021
Price Changed: 9/9/2021
Closed: 8/5/2022
Contract Date: 9/2/2021

Listing Courtesy of Douglas Elliman Real Estate - Marc Riedel

Listing Contact: (646) 823-3443

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