Milton Coste

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SOLD FOR $2,500,000

· Closed August 31, 2022

140 E 81ST Street #9F
Closed For Sale Co-op

$2,500,000

140 E 81ST Street #9F

Upper East Side, Manhattan

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MLS® #RLS10793956

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Corcoran Group

2

Bedrooms

2

Baths

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1928

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 2
Year Built 1928
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $3,330/mo
Neighborhood Upper East Side
Floor 9 of 13

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: East,South,West facing
  • Style: Prewar architecture
  • Character: Pre-war building (1928)

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 6
Baths 2 Full
Floor 9 of 13
Exposure East,South,West
Pets Yes
Cross Street LEXINGTON AVENUE and 3 AVENUE
Year Built 1928
Architectural Style Prewar
Parcel # 1509-0051-00140-000-000009F

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Mar 25, 2022 $99 -
Price Reduced Sep 5, 2022 $2,595,000 +2621112.1%
Currently May 5, 2026 $2,500,000 -3.7%

Description

A lovely prewar full-service building located in the heart of the Upper East Side's 'Gold Coast' is home to a stunning, newly renovated, sun-filled 6-room home that was custom-designed utilizing the finest quality materials throughout while preserving the elegance and grand scale of prewar architecture. The beautiful, bespoke renovation combined two one-bedroom apartments into an expansive and bright six-room with two bedrooms, two bathrooms and a den/media room, home office or third bedroom. No detail was overlooked in the renovation by the high-end interior designer owners making this combination home one-of-a-kind. The ninth-floor corner home is filled with oversized windows drawing in abundant natural light and featuring fabulous open city and tree-lined brownstone block views from most rooms and two open exposures from the primary bedroom. The formal expanse is fabulous for large-scale entertaining with living room and formal dining room open to each other spanning over 40 feet.

Gorgeous preserved architectural elements include beamed ceilings, hardwood floors, pristine crown and baseboard moldings, and a decorative fireplace with custom Chesney's mantle. The home is also filled with contemporary comforts and upgrades throughout including new electric, new through-wall heating and cooling units, new bathroom plumbing, high-end kitchen appliances and newly refinished wood floors. Both windowed bathrooms were fully renovated, designed with Waterworks fixtures, custom tile, pedestal sink and vanity and custom medicine cabinets; one with deep-soaking tub and one with walk-in spa shower. Both bedrooms are of equal, spacious proportions with open city views and feature beamed cove ceilings. The primary suite offers two open exposures and large dressing area.

The stunning, windowed kitchen was newly, gut renovated featuring custom designed flooring, top-of-the-line integrated appliances including a Fisher & Paykel induction cooktop and electric oven, Sub Zero refrigerator and Miele dishwasher, custom white transitional cabinetry with Waterworks brass knobs and pulls, Denby marble counters and custom mirror backsplash by Stephen Cavallo. Additionally, a beautiful, custom-designed butler's pantry off the foyer is perfect for entertaining. Additional high-end design elements include Venetian plaster finish in foyer and living room, custom upholstered den walls, custom hidden doors in bedrooms to maximize space, Hermes wallpaper in primary dressing area, Degournay hand-painted wallpaper in dining room and vintage mid-century light fixtures.

140 East 81st Street is a grand, prewar full-time doorman cooperative in the heart of the Upper East Side. This is a fully staffed, pet-friendly building, with low maintenance and excellent service. Amenities include full-time doormen, live-in superintendent, a fitness room, common storage, bicycle storage, central laundry room and a garden for residents. Pied-a-terres and pets are permitted with board approval.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed

Appliances

Washer Dryer Allowed

Building Information

Building null
Building Data View Compliance & Permits
Total Units 84
Stories 13
Style Prewar

Financial Details

Maintenance $3,330/mo
Original Price $99
Sale Price $2,500,000
Previous Price $2,595,000

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

$1.72M

Median $/Sqft

$1,509

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

16

Price Reduced

28%

Sold (30 Days)

38

Median Sale Price

$1.56M

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Location

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140 E 81ST Street #9F, 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

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 $3,330 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

This property has 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1928, making it approximately 98 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: RLS10793956
First Listed: 3/25/2022
Price Changed: 9/5/2022
Closed: 8/31/2022
Contract Date: 3/25/2022

Listing Courtesy of Corcoran Group - Deanna Kory

Listing Contact: (917) 991-2657

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