Milton Coste

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(917) 416-7433
521 E 81ST Street #B
Closed For Sale Co-op

$385,000

521 E 81ST Street #B

Upper East Side, Manhattan

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MLS® #RLS10778414

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Listing by Corcoran Group

Studio

1

Bath

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1910

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms Studio
Bathrooms 1
Year Built 1910
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $563/mo
Neighborhood Upper East Side
Floor 1 of 5

Property Highlights

  • Style: Prewar architecture
  • Character: Pre-war building (1910)

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 2
Baths 1 Full
Floor 1 of 5
Pets Yes
Year Built 1910
Architectural Style Prewar
Parcel # 1578-0013-00521-000-000000B

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Jan 18, 2022 $399,000 -
Currently May 9, 2026 $385,000 -3.5%

Description

NO BOARD APPROVAL. BRAND NEW RENOVATION. Residence B at 521 East 81st Street is a newly renovated studio, one bathroom home in Yorkville. This pin-drop quiet apartment features a brand new kitchen and bathroom, hardwood floors, high ceilings, oversized windows and southern exposure. 521 East 81st Street is a well-maintained, charming, boutique pre-war co-op with a live-in super and laundry room. Conveniently located near the 2nd Avenue Q subway line, residents are also just blocks away from Carl Schurz Park and Gracie Mansion. Co-purchasing, sublets, pied-a-terres and pets are permitted. Residence B is located on the first floor. All images have been virtually staged.

Building Information

Financial Details

Maintenance $563/mo
Original Price $399,000
Sale Price $385,000
Previous Price $399,000

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

$1,563

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

19

Price Reduced

28%

Sold (30 Days)

40

Median Sale Price

$1.59M

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Location

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521 E 81ST Street #B, Upper East Side, New York County

Floor Plans

Floor Plan 1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about this property

The current listed monthly maintenance are $563 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

This property has 0 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1910, making it approximately 116 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.

Pet policy requires confirmation with the listing broker.

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: RLS10778414
First Listed: 1/18/2022
Price Changed: 6/22/2022
Closed: 6/21/2022
Contract Date: 11/1/2021

Listing Courtesy of Corcoran Group - Niccolo Riback

Listing Contact: (646) 416-4911

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