21 E 81st Street, Manhattan, NY 10028
Local realty services provided by:CENTURY 21 Awaye Realty
21 E 81st Street,Manhattan, NY 10028
$16,500,000
- 6 Beds
- 7 Baths
- 8,538 sq. ft.
- Multi-family
- Active
Listed by: frayda resnick
Office: serhant
MLS#:RLS20110701
Source:NY_REBNY
Price summary
- Price:$16,500,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$1,932.54
About this home
<p> </p> <p>Just off Fifth Avenue on one of the Upper East Side's most coveted blocks, 21 East 81st Street presents a rare opportunity to own a piece of New York history.</p> <p>Built in 1899, this south-facing, 20-foot-wide, six-story limestone townhome spans approximately 8,600 square feet and is crowned by a charming mansard roof. Grand interiors feature impressive 12-foot ceilings, multiple wood-burning fireplaces, elegant period details, and an elevator servicing all levels.</p> <p>The parlor floor offers generous entertaining spaces, with sun-filled rooms and a massive windowed kitchen. Above are spacious bedrooms, oversized walk in closets, and a stately library. Crowning the residence is a beautiful landscaped roof deck with views of the Metropolitan Museum and space for dining, lounging, and entertaining.</p> <p>Currently configured as an owner's quadruplex with a separate income-producing duplex, the home offers exceptional flexibility for extended family, guests, staff, a home office, gym, or den. It can also be returned to its original configuration as a grand single-family residence.</p> <p>Set on one of the neighborhood's most elegant tree-lined blocks, 21 East 81st Street is moments from Central Park, the Guggenheim, Museum Mile, and the Upper East Side's celebrated restaurants, art galleries, and Madison Ave shopping.</p> <p> </p>...
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Home facts
- Year built:1897
- Subdivision & Development:Upper East Side
- Listing ID #:RLS20110701
- Added:15 day(s) ago
- Updated:September 09, 2026 at 11:12 AM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:6
- Total bathrooms:7
- Full bathrooms:5
- Half bathrooms:2
- Rooms Total:18
- Basement:Yes
- Living area:8,538 sq. ft.
Structure and exterior
- Year built:1897
- Building area:8,538 sq. ft.
- Exterior Features:Rooftop
- Levels:1 Story
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$16,500,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$1,932.54
- Tax amount:$120,024
Features and amenities
- Appliances:WasherDryerAllowed
- Laundry features:Washer Dryer Allowed
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