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· Closed November 25, 2024

51 W 81st Street #7L
Closed For Sale Co-op

$720,000

51 W 81st Street #7L

Upper West Side, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS10996114

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Compass

1

Bedroom

1

Bath

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1905

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Year Built 1905
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $1,291/mo
Neighborhood Upper West Side
Floor 7 of 13

Property Highlights

  • Climate Control: Wall Units
  • Character: Pre-war building (1905)

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 3
Baths 1 Full
Floor 7 of 13
Cooling Wall Units
Pets Yes, CatsOk, DogsOk
Year Built 1905
Structure Type MultiFamily
Flooring Hardwood
Furnished Unfurnished
Parcel # 1195-0001-00051-000-000007L
Block/Lot 01195/0000

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Jul 23, 2024 $735,000 -
Currently Apr 30, 2026 $720,000 -2.0%

Description

Apartment 7L at 51 West 81st Street is a doorman, 1 bedroom,1 bathroom co-op with 9’7” ceilings, on a premiere block across from The Museum of Natural History and its lush park. An entryway, with deep coat closet & overhead storage, leads to the spacious north-facing living room and open windowed kitchen which is outfitted with a Viking range & hood, Liebherr refrigerator, GE dishwasher and a dining counter with seating for 3. A hallway, off of which is the windowed bathroom, leads to the spacious and quiet bedroom which easily accommodates a king sized bed and has a wall of closets. Additional features include hardwood floors throughout and recessed lighting in the kitchen and bath. The Galaxy, built in 1905, is a pet friendly pre-war co-op one block from Central Park, with a part-time doorman (M-F 7:30am-11:30pm & S-S 8am-1am) and live-in resident manager, Other amenities include a roof deck, bike storage and laundry facilities on every floor. Zabar’s, The Milling Room, Tessa, the farmers market, and a plethora of restaurants and boutiques are nearby as well as the B/C trains and the 79th Street crosstown bus. Guarantors, gifting, pied a terres and co-purchasing are allowed on a case by case basis and 75% financing is permitted. Flexible sublet policy after one year of ownership. Flip tax $12 per share.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Soaking Tub Building Multiple Locations Common On Floor Common Area Flooring: Hardwood

Building Information

Building Data View Compliance & Permits
Total Units 125
Stories 13
Structure MultiFamily

Financial Details

Maintenance $1,291/mo
Original Price $735,000
Sale Price $720,000
Previous Price $735,000

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

584

Median Asking Price

$1.70M

Median $/Sqft

$1,509

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

43

Price Reduced

31%

Sold (30 Days)

77

Median Sale Price

$1.83M

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 4/30/26, 3:23 PM EST

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51 W 81st Street #7L, Upper West Side, New York County

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1920
Year Built
106 years old
2
Floors
3
Residential Units
R4
Zoning District
Walk-Up Apartments

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $91,860
Land Value: $11,160
Exemptions: $0

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

Lot Area: 2,400 SF
Building Area: 2,520 SF
Built FAR: 1.05
Allowed FAR: 1

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 $1,291 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 1905, making it approximately 121 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: RLS10996114
First Listed: 7/23/2024
On Market: 7/23/2024
Price Changed: 11/26/2024
Closed: 11/25/2024
Contract Date: 7/23/2024

Listing Courtesy of Compass - Pamela D Arc

Listing Contact: (917) 509-8315

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