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Property Description
A perfectly renovated, sun kissed 4.5 residence at 15 West 81st Street, the famed Emery Roth landmark building. This residence is a true corner apartment with no neighbors in any direction. This apartment features a classic pre-war layout with Southern, Eastern, and Western exposures providing beautiful sun and open sky views through 13 windows. The center entrance foyer leads you to a grandly proportioned 23' × 16' corner living room which is ideal for entertaining. The living room has both southern and open western exposures providing beautiful sunlight all day long. The mint renovated eat-in kitchen features solid wood, custom cabinetry, a classic subway tiled backsplash, and high-end appliances including a SubZero fridge, a Thermador range, and a Bosch dishwasher. The kitchen stretches into the comfortable dining alcove boasting an enormous picture window with beautiful light and quintessential New York views. The gracious layout provides a complete separation between the living areas and the bedroom wing. The massive corner primary suite measures 19' × 14' and boasts sunny but quiet southern and eastern exposures. A custom built walk-in closet like no other measures nearly 6 x 9 feet accommodating the largest of wardrobes. The windowed en-suite bath has been superbly renovated featuring floor to ceiling travertine style stone with a stylish glass in lay pattern, an oversized rain shower with a warm sandstone floor, a custom vanity, radiant heat floors and the best chrome fixtures and finishes. The generous second bedroom measures nearly 16 x 12 ' and boasts sunny southern exposures and an incredible outfitted walk-in closet where the washer/dryer is located. The windowed en-suite bath is perfectly renovated featuring travertine, a custom vanity, radiant heated flooring and a deep soaking tub. Other features of this residence include new solid oak floors throughout, solid wood doors with stylish hardware, through the wall AC, new windows, and of course the best elements of a pre-war home including high, beamed ceilings, grand proportions, and an abundance of closet space. 15 West 81st Street is a long-established white glove coop with a reputation for stellar service and is located on one of the most sought- after blocks in Manhattan just off Central Park West and across from the Museum of Natural History and the Rose Planetarium. Modern building amenities include a state-of-the-art fitness center, bike room, playroom, and separate storage rooms for owners. 50% financing permitted and a 2% flip tax payable by the purchaser.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 15 W 81st St #8J
General
- Price: $2,275,000
- HOA FEE: $3,756/month
- Status: Active
- Type: Apartment
- Source: REBNY
- MLS ID: RLS20093848
- Updated: 5/29/2026
- Added to Site: 1 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 4
- Interior Features: Built-in Features, Crown Molding, Entrance Foyer, Eat-in Kitchen, High Ceilings, Soaking Tub, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Furnishings: Unfurnished
- Flooring: Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed, Common On Floor, Common Area, In Unit
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Private Outdoor Space Under 60 Sqft
Location
- County: New York
- Subdivision: Upper West Side
Community
- Pets Allowed: Yes
Heating & Cooling
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Other, Wall Unit(s)
- Heating Type: Wall Furnace
Structural Information
- Structure Type: Multi Family
- Stories/Levels: 16
- Year Built: 1930
- Other Struct. Feat.: Bike Storage, Common Playroom, Elevator(s), Fitness Center
Lot Features
- Lot Dimensions: 125.830000 x 204.330000
Financial Considerations
- Association Fee: $3,756
- Assoc Fee Freq.: Monthly
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: Standard
- Property ID: 1195-0018-00015-000-000008J
- Block: 1195
- Lot Number: 18
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Schools
Schools serving 15 W 81st St #8J
School District:New York City Geographic School District 03
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Ps 9 Sarah Anderson 100 West 84th Street, New York, NY 10024 | PK-5 | 0.2 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 15 W 81st St #8J
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
5/27/2026
Listed
$2,275,000
2.25%
MLS
6/21/2016
Sold
$2,225,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 15 W 81st St #8J
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
100%
100%
2024
100%
100%
2023
100%
100%
2022
100%
100%
2021
100%
100%
2020
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Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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15 W 81st Street #8J, New York City, NY 10024 (MLS# RLS20093848) is a Apartment property with 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 15 W 81st Street #8J is currently listed for $2,275,000 and was received on May 28, 2026. Want to learn more about 15 W 81st Street #8J? Do you have questions about finding other Apartment real estate for sale in New York City? You can browse all New York City real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

