170 W 81ST Street #4D
MLS® #RLS20081058
Listing by Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC
1
Bedroom
1
Bath
N/A
Sq. Ft.
1927
Year Built
Quick Summary
Property Highlights
- Exposure: South facing
- Character: Pre-war building (1927)
Property Details
Description
Charming Prewar One-Bedroom with Southern Light on a Prime Upper West Side Block
Located on a picturesque, tree-lined stretch of West 81st Street, one-bedroom home offers classic prewar charm, thoughtful updates, and beautiful natural southern light throughout.
A gracious entry hallway leads to a proper foyer, creating excellent separation between the living and sleeping areas - an uncommon and highly desirable layout for a home of this size. The inviting living room is bright and airy, enhanced by high beamed ceilings, hardwood floors, and warm southern exposure.
The windowed kitchen has been tastefully updated with stainless steel appliances and marble countertops, and includes a breakfast bar with seating for two. The kitchen opens seamlessly to the living area, offering a modern flow ideal for everyday living and entertaining.
The spacious bedroom features two closets and comfortably accommodates a variety of furniture layouts. The bathroom retains its original prewar character, adding to the home's timeless appeal.
Move-in condition and most of the home furnishings, if desired, are available for an extra cost.
170 West 81st Street is an intimate and elegant 45-unit cooperative built in 1926, with a live-in superintendent, a beautifully maintained Art Deco lobby, a laundry room in the basement, bike storage and storage cages (fee). Ideally situated in the heart of the Upper West Side, just moments from Central Park, public transportation, and the neighborhood's best dining and shopping.
Pied-à-terres, gifts, co-purchases and parents buying for children are permitted on a case-by-case basis, with Board approval. Pets are welcome. W/D permitted with Board approval.
Flip Tax of 2%: 1% Paid by Seller and 1% paid by Buyer.
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About Upper West Side
View All Upper West Side ListingsThe 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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537
Median Asking Price
$1.59M
Median $/Sqft
$1,516
Avg Days on Market
N/A
New This Week
22
Price Reduced
20%
Sold (30 Days)
84
Median Sale Price
$1.70M
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170 W 81ST Street #4D, Upper West Side, New York County
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Listing Courtesy of Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC - Emma R Kerins
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