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140 East 81st Street 12ENew York, NY 10028

For Sale

$1,500,000

Smart Buyer Rebate $18,750

A PREWAR GEM!

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

Estimated closing costs are based on the list price of $1,500,000 and a 25% downpayment. These estimates are for indicative purposes only. Actual closing costs may vary for each transaction. See the Closing Costs Calculator for calculations specific to your situation.

Property Details for 140 East 81st Street 12E

Association

Amenities

  • Pets Allowed: Building Yes, Yes
  • Concierge: Doorman Full Time, Lobby Attendant Full Time

Fees

  • Association Fee: $2,677.00 Monthly

Financial

  • Flip Tax Remarks: ASK EXCL BROKER

Exterior

Construction

  • Property Condition: Excellent
  • Stories Total: 13
  • Year Built: 1928
  • Architectural Style: Prewar
  • Entry Level: 12

Features

  • Building Features: Elevator(s)
  • View: City

Interior

Features

  • Appliances: Dryer, Washer
  • Interior Features: Entrance Foyer, Kitchen Window

Measurements

  • Living Area Units: SquareFeet

Rooms

  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 2
  • Rooms Total: 4

Other

Location

  • City Region: Manhattan
  • Subdivision Name: Upper East Side
  • Tax Block: 1509
  • Tax Lot: 51

Utilities

Equipment

  • Cooling: Window Unit(s)
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Laundry Features: Common Area, In Unit

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