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SOLD FOR $2,375,000

· Closed June 2, 2022

120 E 81st Street #3-B
Closed For Sale Co-op

$2,375,000

$1,203 per sq ft

120 E 81st Street #3-B

Upper East Side, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS10774555

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Compass

3

Bedrooms

3

Baths

1,975

Sq. Ft.

1958

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 3
Living Area 1,975 sq ft
Year Built 1958
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $3,314/mo
Parking Garage
Neighborhood Upper East Side
Floor 3 of 16

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: South,West facing
  • Parking: Private garage

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 6
Baths 3 Full
Floor 3 of 16
Exposure South,West
Pets Yes
Cross Street Park Avenue/Lexington Avenue
Year Built 1958
Living Area 1,975 sq ft
Parking Garage Available
Block/Lot 1509/56

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Apr 9, 2021 $2,375,000 -
Price Reduced Jun 2, 2022 $2,495,000 +5.1%

Description

Back on the Market! Welcome to this spacious 3 Bedroom, 3 Bathroom apartment perfect for daily living and entertaining. Enter through a foyer with an expansive walk-in closet to find an open living room stretching 27 ft. that faces south and receives beautiful afternoon sunlight. The dining area sits comfortably off the living room and a home office/bar completes the open floor plan. This elegant apartment is approximately 1975 sq ft. and is unique in the building as the only 3 Bedroom apartment in its line. The windowed kitchen has high-end, stainless steel appliances, granite counter tops, and cherry wood cabinets. All three bedrooms are exceptionally large and allow for tremendous flexibility in creating a media room/den, office or gym. Two of the bedrooms have en-suite bathrooms. There is a washer/dryer and an ample amount of closet space throughout the apartment. The maintenance is comparatively low at $3315 and it includes all utilities and basic cable and premium cable, high-speed internet and phone service are offered at a highly discounted price. 120 East 81st Street is a pet-friendly, impeccably maintained full service co-op with 24 hr. doormen, porters and a live-in resident manager. The building amenities include a modern gym with state-of-the-art equipment and 2 Peloton Bikes, individual storage space, a bike room and a low cost garage. This is a fabulous opportunity to live near prime shopping, museums, parks and all major transportation in a neighborhood well-known for its excellent selection of public and private schools. 50% financing allowed and there is no flip tax.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Entrance Foyer Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed Common Area

Appliances

Dryer Washer

Building Information

Financial Details

Maintenance $3,314/mo
Sale Price $2,375,000
Previous Price $2,495,000

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

342

Median Asking Price

$1.80M

Median $/Sqft

$1,574

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

20

Price Reduced

29%

Sold (30 Days)

39

Median Sale Price

$1.59M

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 5/9/26, 9:35 PM EST

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Location

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120 E 81st Street #3-B, Upper East Side, New York County • Near Park Avenue/Lexington Avenue

Floor Plans

Floor Plan 1

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1925
Year Built
101 years old
2
Floors
1
Residential Units
R2
Zoning District
One Family Dwellings

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $141,360
Land Value: $44,460
Exemptions: $0

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

Lot Area: 6,560 SF
Building Area: 1,904 SF
Built FAR: 0.29
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 $3,314 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

This property has 3 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms.

The listed interior living area is 1,975 square feet. Verify dimensions independently during due diligence.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1958, making it approximately 68 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.

At the current list price of $2,375,000 for 1,975 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $1,203. This figure is for reference only and may differ from appraised or assessed values.

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: RLS10774555
First Listed: 4/9/2021
Price Changed: 6/2/2022
Closed: 6/2/2022
Contract Date: 4/9/2021

Listing Courtesy of Compass - Jamie Seidner

Listing Contact: (917) 597-2241

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