
Estimated payment $17,848/month
Highlights
- City View
- 4-minute walk to 77 Street (4,6 Line)
- High-Rise Condominium
- P.S. 6 Lillie D. Blake Rated A
About This Home
Elegant Prewar Living with Sunlight, Style & Space - Fully Renovated 3BR on the Upper East Side!
Welcome to Apartment 7A at 140 East 81st Street - a beautifully renovated, light-filled three-bedroom, two-bathroom home in the very heart of the Upper East Side. Perched on a high floor of a charming prewar building, this turnkey residence blends timeless elegance with a fresh, modern aesthetic, thoughtfully and recently redesigned by Emily C. Butler.
Step inside a gracious foyer that opens into a sun-splashed living space with classic hardwood floors and lofty ceilings. The expansive living room, measuring 21" x 13', features a custom-built media and storage unit that pairs functionality with sleek design. Adjacent, the formal dining area is anchored by a cozy banquette - perfect for intimate dinners or lively gatherings.
The windowed, open-concept kitchen is a true showstopper - recently renovated with marble countertops, tiled backsplash, and high-end appliances including a gas range, full-size refrigerator, retractable microwave, and wine cooler. A breakfast bar adds to the flow and makes casual dining a joy.
The serene primary suite enjoys two exposures (South and West), a large closet, and a windowed en-suite bath. Two additional bedrooms offer CitiQuiet windows, generous closets, and thoughtful upgrades like blackout shades and curtains - ensuring comfort and quietude at any hour.
With three exposures and an inviting sense of volume, thanks to high end design, this home is a one of one!
140 East 81st is a full-service prewar cooperative with a 24-hour doorman, fitness center, residents" garden, laundry room, bike room, private storage, and a rare prewar luxury: an elevator.
All of this just three blocks from Central Park and the Met, surrounded by top-tier restaurants, boutiques, and convenient subway lines including the 4/5/6 and Q. The tranquil, tree-lined block offers the perfect balance of serenity and city living - where morning runs through the park meet evenings at your favorite neighborhood bistro.
Tenant in place until Feb 28th, 2026.
Property Details
Home Type
- Co-Op
Year Built
- Built in 1928
HOA Fees
- $2,845 Monthly HOA Fees
Interior Spaces
- 1,288 Sq Ft Home
- City Views
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Laundry in unit
- Washer Dryer Allowed
- Washer Hookup
Utilities
- No Cooling
Community Details
- 84 Units
- High-Rise Condominium
- Upper East Side Subdivision
- 13-Story Property
Listing and Financial Details
- Legal Lot and Block 0051 / 01509
Map
About This Building
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Property History
Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
---|---|---|---|---|
07/29/2025 07/29/25 | For Sale | $2,300,000 | 0.0% | $1,786 / Sq Ft |
01/22/2024 01/22/24 | Rented | $10,500 | +6.1% | -- |
12/01/2023 12/01/23 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
11/29/2023 11/29/23 | For Rent | $9,900 | 0.0% | -- |
11/10/2023 11/10/23 | Off Market | $9,900 | -- | -- |
11/07/2023 11/07/23 | For Rent | $9,900 | 0.0% | -- |
04/20/2022 04/20/22 | Off Market | $2,150,000 | -- | -- |
01/12/2022 01/12/22 | Sold | $2,250,000 | -4.1% | -- |
12/13/2021 12/13/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
09/09/2021 09/09/21 | For Sale | $2,345,000 | +9.1% | -- |
08/12/2019 08/12/19 | Sold | $2,150,000 | 0.0% | -- |
05/16/2019 05/16/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
03/13/2019 03/13/19 | For Sale | $2,150,000 | -- | -- |
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