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SOLD FOR $2,350,000

· Closed September 4, 2024

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

$2,350,000

120 E 81ST Street #9F

Upper East Side, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS10978026

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Coldwell Banker Warburg

3

Bedrooms

3

Baths

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1958

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 3
Year Built 1958
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $4,201/mo
Parking Garage
Neighborhood Upper East Side
Floor 9 of 16

Property Highlights

  • Views: River
  • Climate Control: Other
  • Parking: Private garage

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 6
Baths 3 Full
Floor 9 of 16
View River
Cooling Other
Pets Yes
Year Built 1958
Parking Garage Available
Structure Type HighRise
Basement Other
Parcel # 1509-0056-00120-000-000009F
Block/Lot 01824/0016

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Feb 29, 2024 $2,450,000 -
Currently Apr 27, 2026 $2,350,000 -4.1%

Description

Spacious and gracious 3 bedroom apartment in Upper East Side location. A huge foyer welcomes you into this beautiful light-filled home. The oversized living room and adjacent formal dining room have wraparound windows. There is a powder room off the foyer. The sunny eat in kitchen faces east and has top of the line appliances. At the other end of the foyer there is a hallway leading to the private quarters. The primary bedroom has corner windows, a walk-in closet, and an ensuite windowed bathroom. The large second bedroom has beautiful custom cabinetry. The third bedroom is set up as a library. The apartment has a washer/dryer. The 13 closets provide generous storage space. 120 East 81st Street is a sought after building, built as a coop in 1958 by architect Paul Resnick. The building has low monthly maintenance which includes electricity and cable. There is a fitness center, storage and bike rooms, and a superb staff. The buildings garage offers a discounted price to shareholders. Pets are permitted.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Smoke Free Building Other In Unit

Exterior Features

None

Building Amenities

Elevators

Building Information

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

Financial Details

Maintenance $4,201/mo
Original Price $2,450,000
Sale Price $2,350,000
Previous Price $2,450,000

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

341

Median Asking Price

$1.49M

Median $/Sqft

$1,546

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

28

Price Reduced

28%

Sold (30 Days)

32

Median Sale Price

$1.52M

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 4/27/26, 1:59 PM EST

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Location

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

Floor Plans

Floor Plan

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 $4,201 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. 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: RLS10978026
First Listed: 6/26/2024
On Market: 2/29/2024
Price Changed: 9/17/2024
Closed: 9/4/2024
Contract Date: 2/29/2024

Listing Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Warburg - Wendy Greenbaum

Listing Contact: (646) 431-3090

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