21 E 81st Street, Manhattan, NY 10028
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21 E 81st Street,Manhattan, NY 10028
$18,000,000
- 6 Beds
- 6 Baths
- 8,538 sq. ft.
- Multi-family
- Active
Listed by: jennifer e regenstreich, ian slater, michael koeneke
Office: compass
MLS#:RLS20071275
Source:NY_REBNY
Price summary
- Price:$18,000,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$2,108.22
About this home
21 East 81st Street presents a rare and highly unique opportunity on one of the Upper East Side’s most coveted townhouse blocks, perfectly positioned between Fifth and Madison Avenues. Built in 1899 by renowned architects Welch, Smith & Provot, this 20-foot-wide Neoclassical limestone townhouse spans approximately 8,600 square feet across four stories, crowned by a mansard roof. Grand ceiling heights, significant original architectural detail, and wood-burning fireplaces in nearly every room define the interiors, while an elevator services all levels. Currently configured as a two-family residence—an owner’s quadraplex with income producing duplex —the home offers exceptional flexibility and long-term potential which can also can easily be converted to a single family.
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Home facts
- Year built:1899
- Subdivision & Development:Upper East Side
- Listing ID #:RLS20071275
- Added:170 day(s) ago
- Updated:July 30, 2026 at 11:34 PM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:6
- Total bathrooms:6
- Full bathrooms:5
- Half bathrooms:1
- Rooms Total:18
- Kitchen Description:Dishwasher, Pantry
- Living area:8,538 sq. ft.
Structure and exterior
- Year built:1899
- Building area:8,538 sq. ft.
- Exterior Features:Rooftop
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$18,000,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$2,108.22
- Tax amount:$123,162
Features and amenities
- Appliances:Dishwasher, Washer
- Laundry features:Washer
- Amenities:EntranceFoyer, Pantry
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