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15 West 81st Street, #11-E

Last Sold on Mar 8, 2005 for $3,100,000 ($1,292 / ft2)
2 beds, 3 baths, 2,400 / ft2
107 days on Market
Currently for sale for $3,350,000 ($1,396 / ft2)

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Description

A rarely available high-floor, six-room residence located at 15 West 81st Street with quintessential open Upper West Side views. The scale and space are not to be missed. Upon entering this home, you are greeted by a gracious gallery that stretches 24 feet from the living room to the formal dining room. The living room measures 27 feet and boasts three large windows with beautiful historic views and northern light.

The living room is spacious enough for multiple seating areas, grand furniture, and endless design opportunities. At the opposite end of the gallery, you'll find the perfectly scaled formal dining room with an oversized picture window offering sunny eastern exposures into the courtyard. The dining room is spacious enough to accommodate a family room, media room, and formal dining. The eat-in kitchen perfectly combines restored historic charm with modern finishes and conveniences. The original stainless steel St. Charles cabinetry and floor-to-ceiling subway tile backsplash have been lovingly and professionally restored.

These beautiful touches are blended with the conveniences of modern living including stunning quartzite counters, a gorgeous black mosaic floor, the best high-end appliances including a SubZero fridge, a Viking range and hood, and a Miele dishwasher. The staff room has been left intact, providing the perfect space for a home office, third bedroom, guest room, or its original purpose as a staff room. There is a full en suite bath connected to the staff room, and the washer/dryer is conveniently placed in this room. A separate bedroom wing features a massive corner primary suite, completely separated from the other bedroom, with an expansive dressing room and quiet, sunny northern and eastern exposures. The windowed, renovated primary bath is in perfect original condition with restored Emery Roth tiles, a deep cast iron soaking tub, and a luxurious rain shower.

The second bedroom faces south and includes large closets with an en suite bath featuring perfectly restored Emery Roth fixtures and tiling. The residence also boasts beautifully restored period details, tall beamed ceilings, through-the-wall AC, new windows, restored herringbone floors, and abundant closet and storage space. 15 West 81st Street, the famed Emery Roth landmark building, is a long-established white-glove cooperative with a reputation for stellar service and financial stability. It is located on one of the most sought-after blocks in Manhattan, near Central Park and across the street from the Museum of Natural History, Roosevelt Park, and the Rose Planetarium. The cooperative boasts two 24-hour doormen, an exceptional staff, and modern amenities such as a state-of-the-art fitness center, playroom, and separate storage rooms for owners.

50% financing permitted and a 2% flip tax payable by the purchaser.

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About 15 West 81st Street

81

15 West 81st Street has received a CityRealty Rating of 81, 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

24
Out of 44
+
29
Out of 36
+
19
Out of 39
+
9
=
81
Out of 119
 

Architecture Rating: Points Breakdown

Exterior:
Very Distinguished 7 out of 8 points
Retail Quality:
None 2 out of 5 points
Canopy Entrance:
Attractive 2 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:
Allowed and Present 0 out of 2 points
Free Standing:
No 0 out of 2 points
Gargoyles:
None 0 out of 2 points
Garden:
Exists 1 out of 2 points
Fenestration:
Consistent 1 out of 1 points
Landmark:
No 0 out of 2 points
Unity:
Unified Design 1 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:
Outstanding 5 out of 5 points
Distance To Neighborhood Center:
Less than 40 blocks 2 out of 5 points
Views:
Dazzling 4 out of 4 points
Neighborhood Ambience:
Very Attractive 3 out of 3 points
Traffic Noise:
Some 2 out of 3 points
Protected Views:
Many 2 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:
3-5 Short Blocks 1 out of 2 points
Distance To Park:
Less Than 3 Short Blocks 2 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:
5-9 2 out of 5 points
Ceiling:
9-11 Feet 2 out of 4 points
Balconies:
Some 1 out of 3 points
Health Club:
Yes 1 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:
Yes 1 out of 1 points
Concierge:
None 0 out of 1 points
Elevator Person:
None 0 out of 1 points
Recreational Roof:
None 0 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:
Yes 1 out of 1 points
Mixed Use:
No 0 out of 1 points
Non Rectilinear Form:
No 0 out of 1 points
Unusual Layouts:
Some 1 out of 1 points
Prewar:
Yes 1 out of 1 points
Other Amenities:
Many 2 out of 2 points

Building Amenities

  • Conversion Year: 1966
  • Attended Lobby
  • FT Doorman
  • High-Rise
  • Post War
  • Pre War
  • Resident Storage
  • Full Service Garage
  • Health Club
  • Intercom
  • Elevator
  • Children's Playroom
  • Bike Room

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