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$16,500,000

For Sale

2 days ago

21 E 81St St, New York, NY

House

MLS® RLS20110701

6 Bed

6 Bath

8538 sqft

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Key Facts

Type Multi Family
Levels Residential
Size 8538 sqft
Garage 
Taxes $120,024
Days Active 2
Lot Size 2040 SF
Approx. Age 1897
Avg. Price Per Sqft $1,932
MLS® Number RLS20110701

Property Address: 21 E 81st St, New York, NY, 10028-0205

Average square foot calculated using Size range provided by listing agent.

Description

<p> </p> <p>Just off Fifth Avenue on one of the Upper East Side's most coveted blocks, 21 East 81st Street presents a rare opportunity to own a piece of New York history.</p> <p>Built in 1899, this south-facing, 20-foot-wide, six-story limestone townhome spans approximately 8, 600 square feet and is crowned by a charming mansard roof. Grand interiors feature impressive 12-foot ceilings, multiple wood-burning fireplaces, elegant period details, and an elevator servicing all levels.</p> <p>The parlor floor offers generous entertaining spaces, with sun-filled rooms and a massive windowed kitchen. Above are spacious bedrooms, oversized walk in closets, and a stately library. Crowning the residence is a beautiful landscaped roof deck with views of the Metropolitan Museum and space for dining, lounging, and entertaining.</p> <p>Currently configured as an owner's quadruplex with a separate income-producing duplex, the home offers exceptional flexibility for extended family, guests, staff, a home office, gym, or den. It can also be returned to its original configuration as a grand single-family residence.</p> <p>Set on one of the neighborhood's most elegant tree-lined blocks, 21 East 81st Street is moments from Central Park, the Guggenheim, Museum Mile, and the Upper East Side's celebrated restaurants, art galleries, and Madison Ave shopping.</p> <p> </p>
MLS® NumberRLS20110701
Laundry LevelEnsuite
Central VacNo
FireplaceYes
Acreage
Exterior
Garage
Approx. Age1897
BasementOther
Driveway
Garage Spaces
Heat
A/COther

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Aug 24, 2026List Date
$16,500,000List Price
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