Active For Sale • Single Family Residence

$18,000,000

8 E 81ST Street

Upper East Side, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS20052920

Listing by Corcoran Group

8

Bedrooms

7.5

Baths

—

Sq. Ft.

1899

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 8

Bathrooms 7 full, 1 half

Lot Size 2,095.1 sq ft

Year Built 1899

Ownership None

Property Taxes $152,580/yr

Neighborhood Upper East Side

Floor 1 of 5

Property Highlights

• Views: Other
• Character: Pre-war building (1899)

Property Details

Type Single Family Residence

Ownership None

Total Rooms 15

Baths 6 Full, 1 Half

Floor 1 of 5

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Pets Yes

Year Built 1899

Structure Type Townhouse

Basement Other

Lot Size 2,095.1 sq ft

Parcel # 1492-0066

Block/Lot 01492/0066

Description

8 East 81st Street is an exceptionally fine five story, elevatored townhouse located off Fifth Avenue. This grand eight-bedroom, six and one-half bathroom home exudes a timeless grace with soaring 12-foot ceilings and meticulously preserved and restored original details. Natural light pours into the residence with exposures to the north, south, and east, enhancing the beauty of its hardwood floors and sophisticated finishes. Elegantly entertain guests in the formal dining room, framed by period charm and a wood burning fireplace. Step outside to your private garden, a peaceful retreat optimal for both quiet reflection and hosting friendly gatherings.

The parlor floor is the heart of the home with a generously proportioned living room with wood burning fireplace, a cozy yet grand, paneled library, also with wood burning fireplace, and an adjoining sitting room providing the perfect settings for receptions, relaxation, work, or study. Currently there are eight bedrooms on the three upper floors, with two wood burning fireplaces on the fifth floor. Each of the bedrooms has a minimum of 10" ceilings and wonderful light. This extraordinary townhouse blends the allure of solid pre-war craftsmanship with the conveniences of modern city living, creating an inviting home that caters to a warm and sophisticated lifestyle.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Smoke Free Washer Hookup In Unit

Exterior Features

Private Outdoor Space Over60 Sqft

Building Amenities

Elevators Green Building

Appliances

Washer Dryer Allowed

Building Information

Total Units 1

Stories 5

Structure Townhouse

Financial Details

RE Taxes $152,580/yr ($12,715/mo)

About Upper East Side

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The Upper East Side remains the gold standard for classic New York elegance. Known for 'Museum Mile' and its quiet, 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

270

Median Asking Price

$1.80M

Median $/Sqft

$1,589

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

16

Price Reduced

32%

Sold (30 Days)

37

Median Sale Price

$1.38M

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 2/16/26, 9:39 AM EST

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8 E 81ST Street, Upper East Side, New York County

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MLS® ID: RLS20052920

First Listed: 10/6/2025

On Market: 10/3/2025

Price Changed: 10/6/2025

Contract Date: 10/3/2025

Listing Courtesy of Corcoran Group - Leighton C Candler

Listing Contact: (917) 868-9754

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