Key Details

Listed: Sep 9, 2024

Days on Market: 73

Building Type: Condominium

Neighborhood: Yorkville (Manhattan)

Doorman: FT Doorman

Monthly Common Charges: $772

Monthly Real Estate Taxes: $620

Total Taxes & Fees: $1,392 ($2.78/ft²)

Est. Monthly Mortgage: $3,283

Total Est. Monthly Carrying Cost: $4,675 ($9.35/ft²)

Note: the above is based on a down payment of 10% ($55,000), which is the minimum amount permitted by the building.

Description

Spacious Alcove Studio at The Salem House Discover this generous alcove studio on the 5th Floor in The Salem House, featuring ample closet space and a separate, renovated kitchen. Easily convertible into a Junior one-bedroom, this studio is versatile enough to serve as a primary residence, pied-à-terre, or investment property. 520 East 81st is a pet-friendly condominium offering a range of amenities, including a full-time doorman, live-in superintendent, and a common roof deck with river views.

Residents also benefit from a central laundry room and an on-site garage. Situated on a picturesque tree-lined street, this property is conveniently located at the nearby new Second Avenue subway, Carl Schurz Park, Gracie Mansion, and the East River Promenade.

About The Salem House, 520 East 81st Street

The Salem House, 520 East 81st Street has received a CityRealty Rating of 45, 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

Out of 44

Out of 36

Out of 39

Out of 119

Architecture Rating: Points Breakdown

Exterior:

Attractive 4 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:

No, but OK 1 out of 3 points

Skyline:

Not Visible 0 out of 2 points

Local Visibility:

Partially Visible 1 out of 2 points

Watertank:

Enclosed 1 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:

No Consistency 0 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:

Attractive / Pleasant 3 out of 5 points

Distance To Neighborhood Center:

More than 50 blocks 0 out of 5 points

Views:

Open 2 out of 4 points

Neighborhood Ambience:

Attractive 2 out of 3 points

Traffic Noise:

Very Little 3 out of 3 points

Protected Views:

Only Top Floors 1 out of 2 points

Distance To Subway:

More than 5 Short Blocks 0 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:

3-6 Short Blocks 1 out of 2 points

Distance To Water:

Less than 3 Short Blocks 2 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:

Quite Stylish 3 out of 5 points

Units Per Floor:

10-15 1 out of 5 points

Ceiling:

8-9 Feet 1 out of 4 points

Balconies:

None 0 out of 3 points

Health Club:

None 0 out of 2 points

Private Gardens:

None 0 out of 2 points

Storage Rooms:

Minimal 1 out of 2 points

Bay Windows:

None 0 out of 1 points

Fireplaces:

None 0 out of 1 points

Door Person:

Yes 1 out of 1 points

Concierge:

Yes 1 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:

None 0 out of 1 points

Mixed Use:

No 0 out of 1 points

Non Rectilinear Form:

No 0 out of 1 points

Unusual Layouts:

No 0 out of 1 points

Prewar:

No 0 out of 1 points

Other Amenities:

Some 1 out of 2 points

Condo
Built in 1964
163 Apartments
12 Floors

Building Amenities

Conversion Year: 1980
FT Doorman
Full Service Garage
Rooftop Terrace
Washer/Dryer in building
Elevator
Outdoor Entertainment Space
Bike Room
Live-In Superintendent
Terraces / Balconies

About this Building

Pros

Doorman
Concierge
Sidewalk landscaping
Canopied entrance
Not far from Carl Schurz Park
Convenient cross-town bus service

Cons

No garage
No health club
No balconies

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About The Salem House, 520 East 81st Street

The Salem House, 520 East 81st Street has received a CityRealty Rating of 45, based on:

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Architecture Rating: Points Breakdown

Location Rating: Points Breakdown

Features Rating: Points Breakdown

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