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Property Description
Prewar One-Bedroom with Southern Light on a Prime Upper West Side Block Located on a picturesque, tree-lined stretch of West 81st Street, this one-bedroom home offers classic prewar charm, thoughtful updates, and beautiful natural southern light throughout. A gracious entry hallway leads to a proper foyer, creating excellent separation between the living and sleeping areas - an uncommon and highly desirable layout for a home of this size. The inviting living room is bright and airy, enhanced by high beamed ceilings, hardwood floors, and warm southern exposure. The windowed kitchen has been tastefully updated with stainless steel appliances and marble countertops, and includes a breakfast bar with seating for two. The kitchen opens seamlessly to the living area, offering a modern flow ideal for everyday living and entertaining. The spacious bedroom features two closets and comfortably accommodates a variety of furniture layouts. The bathroom retains its original prewar character, adding to the home's timeless appeal. Move-in condition and most of the home furnishings, if desired, are available for an extra cost. 170 West 81st Street is an intimate and elegant 45-unit cooperative built in 1926, with a live-in superintendent, a beautifully maintained Art Deco lobby, a laundry room in the basement, newly renovated roof deck, bike storage and storage cages (fee). Ideally situated in the heart of the Upper West Side, just moments from Central Park, public transportation, and the neighborhood's best dining and shopping. Pied-à-terres, gifts, co-purchases and parents buying for children are permitted on a case-by-case basis, with Board approval. Pets are welcome. W/D permitted with Board approval. Flip Tax of 2%: 1% Paid by Seller and 1% paid by Buyer.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 170 W 81st St #4D
General
- Sold For: $795,000
- HOA FEE: $1,610/month
- Status: Closed
- Type: Apartment
- Source: REBNY
- MLS ID: RLS20081058
- Added to Site: 150 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 3
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 1
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Building Other
Additional Information
- Pool: Yes
- Pool Description: Building None
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Building Roof Deck
Location
- County: New York
- Subdivision: Upper West Side
Community
- Pets Allowed: Yes
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Other
Structural Information
- Structure Type: High Rise
- Basement Desc.: Other
- Stories/Levels: 9
- Year Built: 1927
- Other Struct. Feat.: Elevator(s)
Lot Features
- Zoning: null
Financial Considerations
- Association Fee: $1,610
- Assoc Fee Freq.: Monthly
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: Standard
- Property ID: 1211-0056-00170-000-000004D
- Block: 1211
- Lot Number: 56
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Schools
Schools serving 170 W 81st St #4D
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 170 W 81st St #4D
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
8/19/2026
Sold
$795,000
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MLS
4/02/2026
Listed
$795,000
—
MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
170 W 81st Street #4D, New York City, NY 10024 (MLS# RLS20081058) is a Apartment property that was sold at $795,000 on August 19, 2026. Want to learn more about 170 W 81st Street #4D? 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.

