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Property Description
Elegant Prewar Classic Six on a Quintessential Upper East Side Townhouse Block Perfectly situated on a picturesque, tree-lined townhouse street, this beautifully renovated and impeccably decorated Classic Six apartment offers timeless prewar charm paired with modern sophistication. A gracious entry foyer opens to a sun-flooded living room featuring a wood-burning fireplace and southern treetop views over historic townhouses. Adjacent to the living room lies an expansive formal dining room, ideal for entertaining. One accesses the renovated, windowed kitchen through a well-placed pantry located off of the dining room. The kitchen features high-end appliances, including a vented Wolf range with grill, Sub-Zero refrigerator and wine cooler, and Miele dishwasher. Custom cabinetry, marble countertops, and thoughtful storage complete this well-designed space. A separate bedroom hallway leads to the apartment's two south-facing bedrooms. The primary bedroom benefits from two generously sized closets as well as a wall of millwork storage. The ensuite primary bathroom has been fully renovated and features a beautiful marble mosaic tile floor and walk-in shower. The second bedroom is also generously scaled and is located directly across the hall from another renovated white marble clad windowed bathroom. The apartment's staff room, currently used as an office, could easily serve as a third bedroom or playroom. It features a powder room and a vented Bosch washer/dryer that replaced the original shower stall. Other notable details include hardwood floors, crown molding, coffered ceilings, custom millwork and through-the-wall air conditioning throughout. Built in 1927, 163 East 81st Street is a well-regarded prewar cooperative with only four apartments per floor. Shareholders benefit from a full-time doorman, a live-in Resident Manager, laundry room, basement and bike storage, and a children's play area. The building permits 50% financing and is pet-friendly. Pied-a-terres are considered on a case-by-case basis. There is a 2% flip tax paid by purchaser.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 163 E 81st St #4A
General
- Sold For: $2,550,000
- HOA FEE: $4,255/month
- Status: Closed
- Type: Apartment
- Source: REBNY
- MLS ID: RLS20060259
- Added to Site: 140 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 6
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Wood Burning
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Half Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Building In Basement, Common On Floor, In Basement, In Unit
Location
- County: New York
- Subdivision: Upper East Side
Community
- Pets Allowed: Yes
Structural Information
- Structure Type: Multi Family
- Stories/Levels: 9
- Year Built: 1927
- Other Struct. Feat.: Elevator(s)
Lot Features
- Lot Dimensions: 82.0 x 102.17
Financial Considerations
- Association Fee: $4,255
- Assoc Fee Freq.: Monthly
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: Standard
- Property ID: 1510-0030-00163-000-000004A
- Block: 1510
- Lot Number: 30
Listing Courtesy of Sothebys International Realty
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Schools
Schools serving 163 E 81st St #4A
School District:New York City Geographic School District 02
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Ps 6 Lillie D Blake 45 East 81st Street, New York, NY 10028 | K-5 | 0.2 mi |
Jhs 167 Robert F Wagner 220 East 76th Street, New York, NY 10021 | 6-8 | 0.3 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 163 E 81st St #4A
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
2/19/2026
Sold
$2,550,000
6.47%
MLS
11/17/2025
Listed
$2,395,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
163 E 81st Street #4A, New York City, NY 10028 (MLS# RLS20060259) is a Apartment property that was sold at $2,550,000 on February 19, 2026. Want to learn more about 163 E 81st Street #4A? 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.

