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SOLD FOR $2,950,000

· Closed December 21, 2022

131 E 81ST Street #PHA
Closed For Sale Co-op

$2,950,000

131 E 81ST Street #PHA

Upper East Side, Manhattan

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MLS® #RLS10815889

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Douglas Elliman Real Estate

2

Bedrooms

2.5

Baths

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1982

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 3 full, 1 half
Year Built 1982
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $4,431/mo
Neighborhood Upper East Side
Floor 18 of 18

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: East,North,South,West facing
  • Outdoor Space: Balcony

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 5
Baths 2 Full, 1 Half
Floor 18 of 18
Exposure East,North,South,West
Pets Yes
Cross Street PARK AVENUE and LEXINGTON AVENUE
Year Built 1982
Parcel # 1510-0015-00131-000-0000PHA

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Sep 9, 2021 $3,495,000 -
Price Reduced Dec 22, 2022 $2,995,000 -14.3%
Currently May 4, 2026 $2,950,000 -1.5%

Description

Located between Park and Lexington Ave on 81st Street, this beautiful duplex PH exudes a "wow" from the moment you reach the private vestibule. Stunning handmade iron art nouveau gates open directly into the apartment, to the right is a large eat-in kitchen with two oversized windows facing south and west, custom white calacatta countertops and high-end appliances. To your left is an oversized living room with picture windows (triple exposures - N, E & S), a woodburning fireplace outfitted with a custom Onyx Mantle, and a planting terrace. This floor also has a perfectly placed powder room. The upstairs has two bedrooms, each with En-suite baths. The primary bedroom has its own private terrace, a gorgeous marble bathroom and large walk-in closet. The top floor is your private oasis with a built-in dripline sprinkler and sound system. The views are endless, and the privacy is divine! The apartment has its own vented washer dryer, custom closets and 4 zoned central A/C, electric shades, storage everywhere, and hidden speakers throughout. Pets, pied a Terre, foreign buyers and guarantors are all welcome. This small boutique building has a 24-hour live-in super who is there to handle all deliveries. Apartment is zoned for PS6.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed

Exterior Features

Balcony Balcony

Appliances

Dryer Washer Dryer Allowed Washer

Building Information

Financial Details

Maintenance $4,431/mo
Original Price $3,495,000
Sale Price $2,950,000
Previous Price $2,995,000

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

338

Median Asking Price

$1.75M

Median $/Sqft

$1,536

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

22

Price Reduced

28%

Sold (30 Days)

36

Median Sale Price

$1.53M

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 5/4/26, 4:34 AM EST

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Location

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131 E 81ST Street #PHA, Upper East Side, New York County • Near PARK AVENUE and LEXINGTON AVENUE

Floor Plans

Floor Plan 1

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1920
Year Built
106 years old
2
Floors
1
Residential Units
R2
Zoning District
One Family Dwellings

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $91,560
Land Value: $19,680
Exemptions: $2,880

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

Lot Area: 2,549 SF
Building Area: 1,476 SF
Built FAR: 0.58
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 $4,431 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

This property has 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms and 1 half bathroom.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1982, making it approximately 44 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.

Pet policy requires confirmation with the listing broker.

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: RLS10815889
First Listed: 9/9/2021
Price Changed: 12/22/2022
Closed: 12/21/2022
Contract Date: 8/9/2021

Listing Courtesy of Douglas Elliman Real Estate - Catherine Meckler

Listing Contact: (917) 734-6464

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