#RLS20002977, Eliety Lopes, Listing Office: Corcoran Group

215 E 81st St Unit 5B New York City, NY 10028
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About 215 E 81st St Unit 5B
<p> <strong>Modern Upper East Side One-Bedroom Duplex with Balcony</strong></p> <p>Nestled on a picturesque tree-lined block in the Upper East Side, this beautifully renovated 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom duplex offers the perfect blend of modern style, comfort, and functionality.</p> <p>The open living area boasts soaring ceilings, warm wood flooring, custom overhead lighting, double-pane windows, and abundant natural light from southern exposures.</p> <p>The sleek, open kitchen is equipped with custom wood cabinetry, Caesarstone countertops, and premium stainless-steel appliances by Viking, Sub-Zero, and Bosch.</p> <p>Upstairs, the bedroom offers a tranquil retreat, complemented by a renovated bathroom featuring a shower/tub combo and Kohler fixtures.</p> <p>Additional features include full wiring for cable and high-speed internet and a private balcony.</p> <p>Residents enjoy access to a well-maintained building with a tranquil common garden, residents' lounge, laundry room, and part-time doorman service.</p> <p>The neighborhood features include Central Park, world-class dining, museums, shopping, markets, and convenient public transportation. This turnkey home presents a rare opportunity to own a serene and stylish retreat in one of Manhattan's most desirable neighborhoods.</p> <p> </p>
Highlights
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Basement: No
- Interior: Dining Area
- Total Bedroom Count: 1
- Exterior: Balcony
- Cooling: Other
- List Price: $685,000
- Price/SqFt: $1,285
- HOA Amount: $721
- HOA Frequency: Monthly
- Year Built: 1974
- Living Area: 533 SqFt
- MLS Number: RLS20016291
- MLS Name: RLS
- Office Name: Coldwell Banker Warburg
- Office Phone: (212) 439-4568
- Listing Agent: Jacqueline L Kurtz
- Agent Phone: (917) 689-5193
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Nearby schools
9
P.S. 290 Manhattan New School
Public District KG-5
0.1 mi
•311 E 82nd St
9
P.S. 6 Lillie D. Blake School
Public District KG-5
0.3 mi
•45 E 81st St Frnt 1
9
P.S. 158 Bayard Taylor School
Public District KG-6
0.4 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 $85,651. The majority of New York City, NY residents have income between $35k-100k annually. The majority of families are single, no kids. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
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About 215 E 81st St Unit 5B
The listing price of 215 E 81st St Unit 5B property is $685,000.
The property 215 E 81st St Unit 5B is a condo located in New York City, New York, 10028.
Active Listing: 215 E 81st St Unit 5B is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 215 E 81st St Unit 5B are: P.S. 290 Manhattan New School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), P.S. 6 Lillie D. Blake School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), P.S. 158 Bayard Taylor School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), J.H.S. 167 Robert F. Wagner School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Yorkville East Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), East Side Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Eleanor Roosevelt High School (GreatSchools Rating 10/10), Manhattan International High School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Urban Academy Laboratory High School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10).
The property at 215 E 81st St Unit 5B has 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom.
The property 215 E 81st St Unit 5B is 533 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 215 E 81st St Unit 5B is 1974.
This home is located at 215 E 81st St Unit 5B in New York City, NY and zip code 10028 in the Upper East Side neighborhood. This 533 square foot home was built in 1974. Features: 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 15, 2025 and is currently priced at $685,000.
In April 2025, from all listings sold in New York City, NY there were more than 210 sold above asking price, over 652 sold below and more than 792 were sold right at the asked price. In April 2025 in New York City, NY there were 1.7% more homes for sale than in March. In April 2025 median list price was $870,078 and the average listing age was 131 days.