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120 E 81ST Street #9C
Closed For Sale Co-op

$2,795,000

120 E 81ST Street #9C

Upper East Side, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS11029751

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Douglas Elliman Real Estate

3

Bedrooms

3

Baths

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1958

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 3
Year Built 1958
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $3,754/mo
Neighborhood Upper East Side
Floor 9 of 16

Property Highlights

  • Views: City
  • Exposure: North,South facing
  • Climate Control: Other

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 6
Baths 3 Full
Floor 9 of 16
View City
Exposure North,South
Cooling Other
Pets NumberLimit, Yes
Year Built 1958
Structure Type HighRise
Basement Other
Parcel # 1509-0056-00120-000-000009C
Block/Lot 01509/0056

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Jan 17, 2025 $4,000,000 -
Currently Apr 26, 2026 $2,795,000 -30.1%

Description

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This recently updated spacious, corner residence is thoughtfully designed for comfortable living and modern convenience. At approximately 1,900 square feet, with 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, this beautiful home has well proportioned rooms, excellent storage and a great layout. ALL this, PLUS very low maintenance which includes electric and cable AND a garage in the building with extremely low rates for residents!

An entry foyer with deep closets on either side leads to the oversized great room, with spacious living and dining areas furnished with beautiful built ins.

The windowed, eat-in kitchen features a Wolf cooktop and oven, Subzero refrigerator, wine refrigerator, and a built-in banquette. There is also a side-by-side washer and dryer.

The primary bedroom suite features 3 windows allowing for beautiful light all day, custom built-in closets (one is a large walk in), 2 additional closets, as well as an ensuite bath with newly added double vanity, enlarged shower, towel warmer, and deep storage cabinets. The second bedroom has an en-suite bath, newly built-in desks and storage, and 2 spacious closets. An additional bedroom is serviced by the hall bath.

Built in 1958, 120 East 81st Street is a full-service, pet friendly coop in the heart of the Upper East Side. The building has a 24-hour doorman, live-in superintendent, and amenities include a fitness center, bike and common laundry rooms, storage facilities, and a parking garage. Convenient to transportation, the best of retail and dining, and 3 blocks from Central Park, this building has it all.

50% financing permitted. 2% flip tax paid by purchaser.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Building Other Washer Hookup In Unit

Exterior Features

Private Outdoor Space Over60 Sqft

Building Amenities

Elevators

Building Information

Building Data View Compliance & Permits
Total Units 98
Stories 16
Structure HighRise

Financial Details

Maintenance $3,754/mo
Original Price $4,000,000
Sale Price $2,795,000

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

339

Median Asking Price

$1.57M

Median $/Sqft

$1,563

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

27

Price Reduced

27%

Sold (30 Days)

32

Median Sale Price

$1.52M

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 4/26/26, 8:04 AM EST

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120 E 81ST Street #9C, Upper East Side, New York County

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 $3,754 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

This property has 3 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms.

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: cats and dogs allowed,Building Pets Allowed Comments:cats and dogs allowed. 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: RLS11029751
First Listed: 1/18/2025
On Market: 1/17/2025
Closed: 5/8/2025
Contract Date: 1/18/2025

Listing Courtesy of Douglas Elliman Real Estate - Sabrina Saltiel

Listing Contact: (917) 696-6499

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Buyer Notice: Planning to work with a buyer's broker? A Buyer Representation Agreement is required before your broker can show you properties, per REBNY/UCBA guidelines (effective 2025). You may attend open houses independently without one.

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