Situated on a high floor with three open exposures, this tranquil 2-bedroom residence has extraordinary light and city views. The only sound you are likely to hear when you open one of the 11 windows is bird song from the townhouse gardens below.
Apartment 12E is entered through a gracious foyer that leads to a well-proportioned living room. There are two large bedrooms, both with excellent closet space, and they share an adjoining full bathroom. A second half bathroom is located off the kitchen. There is room for a dining area in the spacious kitchen which has a separate service entrance.
There are 9'4" beamed ceilings, beautiful hardwood floors, and picture moldings throughout.
140 East 81st Street is a coveted 1928 full-service cooperative on the corner of Lexington Avenue on a charming tree-lined street. The building is known for its low monthly maintenance, and it features a gym and a garden, as well as laundry, bike and storage rooms.
It is in a prime Upper East Side location convenient to transportation, shops, fine restaurants, museums and Central Park. Pets (one dog per apartment), pieds-a-terre allowed with board approval. Subletting is also permitted (ask for details).
Listed by Steen W Rasmussen
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License #30RA0750399
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R New York
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(347) 266-2486
Last updated September 06, 2025
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Source: REBNY #RLS20046667
Listing Facts
TypeCo-op
NeighborhoodUpper East Side
Bedrooms2
Bathrooms1.5
Days on Prevu1
HOA/Maint. Fees$2,677/month
Amenities
Washer/Dryer
Pets Allowed
Concierge
Pied-A-Terre Allowed
Location
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Listing History
09/06/2025
Listed by R New York
$1,500,000
Estimated Closing Costs
Total
$24,500
Attorney Fees
$4,000
NYC Mansion Tax
$15,000
Bank Attorney
$1,500
Other Closing Costs
$4,000
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Property Details for 140 East 81st Street 12E
Association
Amenities
Pets Allowed: Building Yes, Yes
Concierge: Doorman Full Time, Lobby Attendant Full Time
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