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SOLD FOR $740,000

· Closed March 11, 2024

136 W 81st Street #2R
Closed For Sale Co-op

$740,000

136 W 81st Street #2R

Upper West Side, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS10954835

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Compass

1

Bedroom

1

Bath

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1900

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Year Built 1900
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $1,000/mo
Neighborhood Upper West Side
Floor 2 of 4

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: South facing
  • Fireplace: 1 fireplace
  • Character: Pre-war building (1900)

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 3
Baths 1 Full
Floor 2 of 4
Exposure South
Pets Yes, CatsOk, DogsOk
Year Built 1900
Structure Type Townhouse
Flooring Hardwood
Furnished Unfurnished
Parcel # 1211-0148-00136-000-000002R
Block/Lot 01211/0148

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Nov 10, 2023 $725,000 -
Currently May 2, 2026 $740,000 +2.1%

Description

Move right into this charming prewar 1-bedroom co-op—complete with a working fireplace! Completely renovated with new electric and plumbing by the current owners, this beautiful brownstone apartment has 11' ceilings, original moldings, built-in bookcases, and quiet southern views from both the living room and cozy bedroom overlooking neighboring townhouse gardens. The stylish kitchen features custom cabinetry, quartzite countertops, stainless appliances including a Liebherr refrigerator, Bosch dishwasher, and Bertazzoni oven, and a deep stainless sink with Perrin & Rowe faucet and garbage disposal. The Carrara marble bathroom has a custom lacquer vanity, medicine cabinet, and Bosch washer dryer. Additional features of this elegant residence include refinished original parquet hardwood floors, great closet space with overhead storage, Lutron Caseta light switches, through-wall air-conditioning, and electronic shades. Located on one of the most idyllic and photographed blocks of the Upper West Side, 136 West 81st Street is a boutique self-managed co-op with no underlying mortgage that offers additional storage in the basement to shareholders. Pets and limited subletting are permitted, and please no pied-a-terres. Financing of up to 80% is allowed, and there is a 3% flip tax paid by the seller.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Chandelier Crown Molding High Ceilings Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed In Unit Flooring: Hardwood Fireplace (1)

Appliances

Dryer Dishwasher Washer

Building Information

Building Data View Compliance & Permits
Total Units 10
Stories 4
Structure Townhouse

Financial Details

Maintenance $1,000/mo
Original Price $725,000
Sale Price $740,000
Previous Price $725,000

The Upper West Side (UWS) is celebrated for its cultural richness and architectural grandeur. Set between Central Park and Riverside Park, the neighborhood provides direct access to green space within the urban grid. Residents enjoy easy access to Lincoln Center, the American Museum of Natural History, and a popular 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

580

Median Asking Price

$1.84M

Median $/Sqft

$1,598

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

30

Price Reduced

25%

Sold (30 Days)

80

Median Sale Price

$1.80M

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 5/2/26, 6:36 AM EST

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Location

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136 W 81st Street #2R, Upper West Side, New York County

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 $1,000 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

The current listed annual property tax is $0, or roughly $0 per month. Verify the current assessment with your attorney before closing.

This property has 1 bedroom and 1 full bathroom.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1900, making it approximately 126 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: RLS10954835
First Listed: 11/9/2023
On Market: 11/10/2023
Price Changed: 3/12/2024
Closed: 3/11/2024
Contract Date: 11/1/2023

Listing Courtesy of Compass - Robert Khederian

Listing Contact: (617) 869-1450

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