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SOLD FOR $10,500,000

· Closed October 27, 2022

15 W 81ST Street #12AB
Closed For Sale Co-op

$10,500,000

$2,100 per sq ft

15 W 81ST Street #12AB

Upper West Side, Manhattan

15 W 81 ST TENANTS

MLS® #RLS10855063

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Listing by Douglas Elliman Real Estate

5

Bedrooms

5.5

Baths

5,000

Sq. Ft.

1930

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 5
Bathrooms 6 full, 1 half
Living Area 5,000 sq ft
Year Built 1930
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $13,233/mo
Neighborhood Upper West Side
Floor 12 of 16

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: East,North,South,West facing
  • Style: Prewar architecture
  • Character: Pre-war building (1930)

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 10
Baths 5 Full, 1 Half
Floor 12 of 16
Exposure East,North,South,West
Pets Yes
Cross Street CENTRAL PARK WEST and COLUMBUS AVENUE
Year Built 1930 (New)
Living Area 5,000 sq ft
Architectural Style Prewar
Parcel # 1195-0018-00015-000-00012AB

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Oct 5, 2021 $12,900,000 -
Price Reduced Jan 12, 2023 $11,600,000 -10.1%
Currently May 6, 2026 $10,500,000 -9.5%

Description

Come see this breath-taking five to six bedroom apartment with Southern views over the Natural History Museum and Central Park. Sun-drenched and super rare, this prewar home is perfectly situated on the finest Upper Westside block and rests near the top of one of Emory Roth's finest pieces of architecture. Equally well-suited to grand entertaining and exceptional private life, this apartment is a seamless combination providing approximately 5,000 square feet of living space on a single floor.

Two grandly-proportioned side by side living rooms provide the home with copious living space and a modern, lofty feel. The entertaining space flows through a grand gallery to one of the Westside's largest kitchens and a full-sized dining room. There are two separate bedroom wings. Each bedroom wing features an over-sized primary bedroom with an expansive dressing area and ensuite bath. The East bedroom wing has a primary bedroom with an adjacent office/bedroom and an additional generous bedroom. The West bedroom wing boasts a primary bedroom and bath as well as a second, generous bedroom. In total, there are 5-6 bedrooms each with it's own ensuite bath. Every room is elegantly proportioned. With twelve South-facing windows there are exceptional views day and night of Central Park, the Natural History Museum and the Midtown skyline. Of course, there is also a maid's room/office and a laundry room. Air conditioning is a combination of central and through the wall.

15 West 81st Street is a friendly, established full-service cooperative located just off Central Park West and across from the Museum of Natural History and the Rose Planetarium and Bull Moose Dog Run. The building amenities include a state-of-the-art fitness center, bike room, playroom, and separate storage rooms for owners. There is a full-time door staff and a live-in Superintendent. 50% financing permitted and a 2% flip tax payable by purchaser.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed

Appliances

Dryer Washer Dryer Allowed Washer

Building Information

Financial Details

Maintenance $13,233/mo
Original Price $12,900,000
Sale Price $10,500,000
Previous Price $11,600,000

The Upper West Side (UWS) is celebrated for its cultural richness and architectural grandeur. Set between Central Park and Riverside Park, the neighborhood provides direct access to green space within the urban grid. Residents enjoy easy access to Lincoln Center, the American Museum of Natural History, and a popular culinary scene. The real estate landscape is famous for its historic brownstones and iconic 'white-glove' apartment buildings along Central Park West and Riverside Drive.

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15 W 81ST Street #12AB, Upper West Side, New York County • Near CENTRAL PARK WEST and COLUMBUS AVENUE

Floor Plans

Floor Plan 1

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1941
Year Built
85 years old
6
Floors
114
Residential Units
R7A
Zoning District
Condominiums

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $7,368,292
Land Value: $532,347
Exemptions: $54,303

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

Lot Area: 27,470 SF
Building Area: 99,481 SF
Built FAR: 3.62
Allowed FAR: 4

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 $13,233 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

This property has 5 bedrooms and 5 full bathrooms and 1 half bathroom.

The listed interior living area is 5,000 square feet. Verify dimensions independently during due diligence.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1930, making it approximately 96 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 $10,500,000 for 5,000 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $2,100. 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: RLS10855063
First Listed: 10/5/2021
Price Changed: 1/12/2023
Closed: 10/27/2022
Contract Date: 10/5/2021

Listing Courtesy of Douglas Elliman Real Estate - Michael Kafka

Listing Contact: (917) 854-2238

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