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15 West 81st Street, #15J

Listing no longer available on CityRealty as of Jun 10, 2022
It previously was on the market for a total of 84 days.
Last Sold on May 26, 2022 for $2,495,000
2 beds, 2 baths
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  • Buyers
  • Ellen Dubner
  • Stephen Dubner
  • Sellers
  • John Amatruda
  • Mary Jo Amatruda
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3 apartments are currently available in this building.
84 days on Market

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Key Details

  • Listed: Mar 18, 2022
    Days on Market: 84
    Building Type: Cooperative
    Neighborhood: Central Park West (Manhattan)
    Doorman: FT Doorman
    Listing viewed 731 times
Monthly Maintenance: $3,630
Est. Monthly Mortgage: -
Total Est. Monthly Carrying Cost: $11,963
Note: the above is based on a down payment of 50% ($1,247,500), which is the minimum amount permitted by the building.

Description

A grand scale, corner 4.5 room residence at 15 West 81st Street, one of the top Emery Roth landmark buildings on the Upper West Side and Central Park West. Apartment 15J is the highest floor ’J’ line in the building and features 12 windows facing east, west and south. The open western exposure provides a spectacular open city views, slices of the river, and amazing sunsets.

The southern and eastern exposures provide a tremendous amount of direct sunlight throughout the day. The apartment has a penthouse feel and features a classic pre-war layout . The center entry foyer leads you to a grandly proportioned 23’ 16’ corner living room which is ideal for entertaining and enjoying the open city views. There is plenty of space to accommodate separate dining and living in the main room. The renovated, eat-in kitchen features custom cabinetry, Vermont green granite counters, a gorgeous glass tiled backsplash and high-end appliances including SubZero, Dacor and Meile.

The dining area of the home is currently configured as a quaint sitting area which provides the perfect setting for sunsets through the large picture window. A separate bedroom wing offers a massive corner 19’ 14 primary bedroom featuring two sunny but quiet exposures and two large walk-in closets. The windowed en suite primary bath has been beautifully renovated and features a stunning blend of marble and stone from floor to ceiling in the walk-in rain shower. The large second bedroom measures. 15.6’ 12’ with its own renovated en-suite windowed bath. Other features of this lovely pre-war gem in the sky include classic period details such as perfectly restored herringbone floors, high beamed ceilings, new windows, and washer/dryer, and an abundance of closet space including 4 separate walk-ins.

15 West 81st Street is a long-established white glove cooperative with a reputation for stellar service and located on one of the most sought-after blocks in Manhattan just off Central Park West and across from the Museum of Natural History and the Rose Planetarium. Modern building amenities include a state-of-the-art fitness center, bike room, playroom, and separate storage rooms for owners.

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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
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29
Out of 36
+
19
Out of 39
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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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