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Beckford House, 301 East 81st Street, #10B

$4,150,000 ($2,508 per ft2) | 2 beds, 2.5 baths | Approx. 1,655 ft2
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58 days on Market

Key Details

  • Listed: May 6, 2024
    Days on Market: 58
    Building Type: Condominium
    Neighborhood: Yorkville (Manhattan)
Monthly Common Charges: $3,378
Monthly Real Estate Taxes: $2,549
Total Taxes & Fees: $5,927 ($3.58/ft2)
Est. Monthly Mortgage: $22,244
Total Est. Monthly Carrying Cost: $28,171 ($17.02/ft2)
Note: the above is based on a down payment of 20% ($830,000), which is the minimum amount permitted by the building.

Insider Highlights

  • Modern Amenities: The apartment includes a washer and dryer, 4-pipe AC and heating system, upgraded thermostats, motorized shades, custom fitted closets, Lutron lighting, and a Sonos sound system.
  • Building Features: The building offers a 65-foot swimming pool with a hot tub, double-height basketball court, state-of-the-art fitness center with yoga and training studios, piano bar and lounge, children’s playroom, multi-purpose game room, party room with a catering kitchen and dining area, and a rooftop terrace with multiple seating areas, an outdoor kitchen, and state-of-the-art appliances.
  • Prime Location: This spacious 2-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom apartment is located in the sought-after Yorkville neighborhood on the Upper East Side, close to local favorites like Cafe D’Alsace, JG Melon, and Candle 79, as well as Central Park, Museum Mile, Carl Schurz Park, and Asphalt Green's Upper East Side campus.
  • High-End Design: The apartment is designed by the renowned Studio Sofield, featuring quarter-sawn rift-cut white American oak floors in a herringbone pattern, abundant natural light from south and east facing windows, and a formal dining room.
  • Luxurious Kitchen: The eat-in kitchen is equipped with high-end appliances, including a Sub-Zero refrigerator and wine refrigerator, Wolf six-burner gas range microwave oven, and Miele dishwasher.
  • Exquisite Bathrooms: The primary bathroom features a custom lacquer double vanity, Statuary marble countertop, heated flooring, and a Kohler soaking tub, while the secondary en-suite bathroom showcases a custom vanity with Statuarietto marble countertop and subway glass tile walls.

Description

Introducing Apartment 10B at Beckford House, designed by the legendary Studio Sofield, located in one of the most sought-after boutique condominiums on the Upper Eastside. This stunning two-bedroom 1,655 square foot home seamlessly merges timeless pre-war style with contemporary flair. With its corner living room, formal dining room (currently being used as a playroom) and two-and-a-half baths, this mint home epitomizes sophisticated urban living.

Beyond the formal dining room lies an expansive corner living room with quarter-sawn rift- cut white American oak floors in a herring bone pattern.

Abundant natural light from the south and east facing windows offers a charming view of the tree-lined streets.

The eat in kitchen features Christopher Peacock designed hand lacquered cabinetry, a custom leather banquet and Statuary marble on the countertops and backsplash. State-of-the art appliances add to the allure of this well-thought-out design, with a Sub-Zero refrigerator, wine refrigerator, Wolf six-burner gas range microwave oven, Miele dishwasher, a Franke sink equipped with Dornbracht polished chrome fittings and an Insinkerator garbage disposal.

The primary bathroom features a custom lacquer double vanity complete with a Statuary marble countertop, Kohler sink, mirrored Robern medicine cabinets, and polished nickel sconces. Statuary marble walls and heated flooring lead you to the shower featuring a beautiful fluted glass door with integrated towel bars.

A Kohler soaking tub and Statuary marble deck exudes a sense of relaxation with exquisite Lefroy Brooks fittings throughout.

The secondary en-suite bathroom showcases a custom vanity with Statuarietto marble countertop, tub deck and flooring, subway glass tile walls, Robern medicine cabinet with integrated mirror, polished nickel sconces, and Lefroy Brooks fittings. The elegant powder room displays a custom vanity with Manhattan Dark marble countertop, White Fantasy marble surround, base moldings and flooring, and Lefroy Brooks fittings.

The home is complete with a washer and dryer, 4-pipe ac and heating system for year-round comfort, upgraded thermostats, motorized shades, custom fitted closets, Lutron lighting and a Sonos sound system ensuring a comfortable and luxurious living experience.

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About Beckford House, 301 East 81st Street

85

Beckford House, 301 East 81st Street has received a CityRealty Rating of 85, based on:

 
Architecture

Anything above 30 is remarkable, from 20-29 is distinguished and from 11-19 is average, while below 11 is below average.

 
Location

Anything above 27 is remarkable, from 18-26 is distinguished and from 9-17 is average, while below 9 is below average.

 
Features

Anything above 22 is remarkable, from 16-21 is distinguished and from 9-15 is average, while below 9 is below average.

Rating Summary

30
Out of 44
+
24
Out of 36
+
21
Out of 39
+
10
=
85
Out of 119
 

Architecture Rating: Points Breakdown

Exterior:
Very Distinguished 7 out of 8 points
Retail Quality:
High-End 5 out of 5 points
Canopy Entrance:
Dramatic 3 out of 3 points
Alterations:
None 2 out of 2 points
Plaza Or Atrium:
None 0 out of 3 points
Contextual Design:
Yes and Good 2 out of 3 points
Skyline:
Highly Visible 2 out of 2 points
Local Visibility:
Highly Visible 2 out of 2 points
Watertank:
Attractively Enclosed 2 out of 2 points
Airconditioners:
Not Allowed 2 out of 2 points
Free Standing:
Corner 1 out of 2 points
Gargoyles:
None 0 out of 2 points
Garden:
Attractive 2 out of 2 points
Fenestration:
No Consistency 0 out of 1 points
Landmark:
No 0 out of 2 points
Unity:
Unrelated Base 0 out of 1 points
Illumination:
None 0 out of 1 points
Water Element:
None 0 out of 1 points

Location Rating: Points Breakdown

Street Ambience:
Average Mix 2 out of 5 points
Distance To Neighborhood Center:
Less than 10 blocks 5 out of 5 points
Views:
Impressive 3 out of 4 points
Neighborhood Ambience:
Attractive 2 out of 3 points
Traffic Noise:
Considerable 1 out of 3 points
Protected Views:
Only Top Floors 1 out of 2 points
Distance To Subway:
Less than 3 Short Blocks 2 out of 2 points
Firedepartment Noise:
No Noise 2 out of 2 points
Distance To Supermarket:
Less than 3 Short Blocks 2 out of 2 points
Distance To Park:
More than 6 Short Blocks 0 out of 2 points
Distance To Water:
More than 6 Short Blocks 0 out of 2 points
Shopping:
5 or less Short Blocks 2 out of 2 points
Schools:
No Noise 1 out of 1 points
Noise From Nightlife:
None 1 out of 1 points

Features Rating: Points Breakdown

Lobby:
Spacious 4 out of 5 points
Units Per Floor:
3-4 3 out of 5 points
Ceiling:
11-14 Feet 3 out of 4 points
Balconies:
Some 1 out of 3 points
Health Club:
Yes, with Swimming Pool 2 out of 2 points
Private Gardens:
None 0 out of 2 points
Storage Rooms:
Considerable 2 out of 2 points
Bay Windows:
None 0 out of 1 points
Fireplaces:
Some 1 out of 1 points
Door Person:
None 0 out of 1 points
Concierge:
Yes 1 out of 1 points
Elevator Person:
None 0 out of 1 points
Recreational Roof:
Yes 1 out of 1 points
Driveway:
None 0 out of 1 points
Maids Room:
None 0 out of 1 points
Catering:
None 0 out of 1 points
Garage:
None 0 out of 1 points
Mixed Use:
Yes 1 out of 1 points
Non Rectilinear Form:
No 0 out of 1 points
Unusual Layouts:
Some 1 out of 1 points
Prewar:
No 0 out of 1 points
Other Amenities:
Some 1 out of 2 points

Building Amenities

  • High-Rise
  • Post War
  • Resident Storage
  • Pool
  • Rooftop Terrace
  • Elevator
  • Mail Room
  • Children's Playroom
  • Lounge
  • Fitness Center
  • Laundry Room
  • Bike Room
  • Terraces / Balconies

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Pros
  • Classiest towers on Second Avenue
  • Full-time concierge
  • Roof deck
  • Some arched windows
  • Handsome lobby
  • Tower has pool
  • Tower has basketball court
  • Package room
  • Fitness center
  • Canopied entrances
Cons
  • No doorman
  • No garage
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