#RLS11018859, Amy E Herman, Listing Office: Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC

131 E 81st St Unit Ph15 New York City, NY 10028
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About 131 E 81st St Unit Ph15
Welcome to PH15, a private full-floor, corner-unit penthouse in the heart of the Upper East Side with excellent light, 2 balconies, private elevator entry, in-unit w/d, custom built-in closets, custom Chef kitchen, built-in closets by LEICHT, 1.5 baths, (primary ensuite bath has heated floors), and 2 skylights. Private & Spacious This 18-story boutique cooperative rarely has apartments for sale and is located on 81st Street between Park and Lexington avenues. The private-keyed elevator brings you to the 15th Floor, where you enter a full-floor apartment with an open floor plan boasting natural light from all four exposures. Apartment Amenities PH15 includes its own Miele washer/dryer, two planting terraces, custom built-in storage closets, an ensuite bath, powder room, video intercom system, two skylights, engineered hardwood floors, and private keyed elevator access. Chefs Kitchen The chef's island kitchen is equipped with a Liebher fridge, a Thermador dishwasher and 4-burner gas stove, lots of cabinet space, and its own skylight allowing for beautiful natural light. The kitchen is near the balcony, perfect for those who love to have their morning espresso outdoors with a view. Rooms & Closets The living room is oversized at 20ft in length with a generous 14.4ft width. It faces east and north, boasting light from its double exposures and multiple windows. The living room is also complimented by one of the residence's balconies. The primary bedroom has southern and western exposures, large built-in closets, and it's ensuite windowed bath with heated bathroom floors and the residence's second skylight. The second bedroom has its own closet, heating/cooling, and window. One could look into expanding the width of this bedroom as needed. Coop Rules The cooperative board of the building permits pets, pied-a-terre use, guarantors, co-purchases, subletting, and up to 70% financing. There is a 2% flip tax to be paid by the buyer. There is a video intercom and the resident staff accepts and delivers packages. All this at a relatively low maintenance. Brand new elevator cabin and complete mechanical overhaul (replaced in 2024). All showings including open houses are by appointment only. Some pictures are virtually staged with furniture however they are representative of the residence's current condition. Note: Agents and Broker make no listing information guarantees, representations, or warranties. All information is provided to the best of their knowledge. All measurements, sizing, and details are to be verified by buyer.
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- MLS Number: RLS20016176
- MLS Name: RLS
- Office Name: Compass
- Office Phone: (212) 913-9058
- Listing Agent: Michael R Holt
- Agent Phone: (917) 407-0287
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Nearby schools
9
P.S. 6 Lillie D. Blake School
Public District KG-5
0.1 mi
•45 E 81st St Frnt 1
9
P.S. 290 Manhattan New School
Public District KG-5
0.3 mi
•311 E 82nd St
9
P.S. 158 Bayard Taylor School
Public District KG-6
0.6 mi
•1458 York Ave
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
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The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $173,113. Residents of New York City, NY typically earn $200k+ each year. Most families are single, no kids. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
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About 131 E 81st St Unit Ph15
This home is located at 131 E 81st St Unit Ph15 in New York City, NY and zip code 10028 in the Upper East Side neighborhood. This 1,075 square foot home was built in 1983. Features: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 14, 2025 and is currently priced at $1,495,000.
In March 2025 more than 180 listings in New York City, NY were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 763 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 693 were sold below. In March 2025 in New York City, NY there were 5.1% more homes for sale than in February. In March 2025, listings were on the market for 143 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $869,492.