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21 E 81st Street, New York, NY 10028

New York
Local realty services provided by:CENTURY 21 Awaye Realty
21 E 81st Street,Manhattan, NY 10028
$16,500,000
  • 6 Beds
  • 6 Baths
  • 8,538 sq. ft.
  • Multi-family
  • Active
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    02:00 pm - 03:00 pm
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 and moments from The Metropolitan Museum of Art and Central Park, 21 East 81st Street is a distinguished limestone townhouse on one of the Upper East Side's most beautiful blocks.</p> <p>Designed in 1899, this 20-foot-wide residence spans approximately 8,600 square feet across six levels. The interiors are beautifully proportioned with impressive ceiling heights, original architectural details and multiple wood-burning fireplaces. An elevator services all levels.</p> <p>The grand entertaining floor features soaring 12-foot ceilings and generous rooms filled with natural light. A substantial kitchen provides plenty of space for both everyday living and entertaining.</p> <p>Above, a landscaped roof garden offers a private retreat with ample room for dining, lounging and entertaining.</p> <p>The home is currently configured as an expansive owner's quadruplex with a separate income-producing duplex. The layout also works well for extended family, guests,...

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Home facts

  • Year built:1897
  • Subdivision & Development:Upper East Side
  • Listing ID #:RLS20110701
  • Added:1 day(s) ago
  • Updated:August 24, 2026 at 04:06 PM

Rooms and interior

  • Bedrooms:6
  • Total bathrooms:6
  • Full bathrooms:5
  • Half bathrooms:1
  • 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
MLS LogoThis information is not verified for authenticity or accuracy and is not guaranteed and may not reflect all real estate activity in the market. © 2026 The Real Estate Board of New York, Inc., All rights reserved. RLS Data display by Coldwell Banker Warburg This advertisement does not suggest that the broker has a listing in this property or properties or that any property is currently available. NY_REBNY Member Broker: Arlene Waye

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