8 East 81st Street

Upper East Side

$18,875,000
Price
8
Beds
6,682 Sq. Ft.
$2,825 / Sq. Ft.
6,682
Sq. Ft.
$2,825
per Sq. Ft.

Description

8 East 81st Street is an exceptionally fine five story, elevatored townhouse located off Fifth Avenue. This grand eight-bedroom, six and one-half bathroom home exudes a timeless grace with soaring 12-foot ceilings and meticulously preserved and restored original details. Natural light pours into the residence with exposures to the north, south, and east, enhancing the beauty of its hardwood floors and sophisticated finishes. Elegantly entertain guests in the formal dining room, framed by period charm...8 East 81st Street is an exceptionally fine five story, elevatored townhouse located off Fifth Avenue. This grand eight-bedroom, six and one-half bathroom home exudes a timeless grace with soaring 12-foot ceilings and meticulously preserved and restored original details. Natural light pours into the residence with exposures to the north, south, and east, enhancing the beauty of its hardwood floors and sophisticated finishes. Elegantly entertain guests in the formal dining room, framed by period charm and a wood burning fireplace. Step outside to your private garden, a peaceful retreat optimal for both quiet reflection and hosting friendly gatherings. The parlor floor is the heart of the home with a generously proportioned living room with wood burning fireplace, a cozy yet grand, paneled library, also with wood burning fireplace, and an adjoining sitting room providing the perfect settings for receptions, relaxation, work, or study. Currently there are eight bedrooms on the three upper floors, with two wood burning fireplaces on the fifth floor. Each of the bedrooms has a minimum of 10' ceilings and wonderful light. This extraordinary townhouse blends the allure of solid pre-war craftsmanship with the conveniences of modern city living, creating an inviting home that caters to a warm and sophisticated lifestyle.
  1. Listed by Leighton C Candler • Corcoran Group
    P: (917)-868-9754 C: (917)-868-9754 lcc@corcoran.com
  2. Listed by Jennifer A Reardon
    P: (212)-303-6671 C: (917)-868-6867 jen@corcoran.com
  3. Listed by Rachel Brandeis
    P: (646)-707-1984 C: (646)-707-1984 rachel.brandeis@corcoran.com

Property Details for 8 East 81st Street

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LISTING UPDATED: 03/05/2025 01:10 PM

Property Details for 8 East 81st Street

StatusActive
MLS IDRLS11030738
Days on Market40
Taxes$12,715 / month
Maintenance-
Min. Down Pymt-
Total Rooms15.0
Compass TypeTownhouse
MLS TypeSingle Family Townhouse
Year Built189
Lot Size2,095 SF / 102' x 20'
CountyNew York County

Building Information for 8 East 81st Street

Stories5Year Built189Building Size-Lot Size2,095 SF / 102' x 20'Building Age-Building Type-

Property Information for 8 East 81st Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Subdivision Name: Upper East Side
  • Stories Total: 5
  • Garage Spaces: 0.0
  • View: No
Taxes and HOA
  • Tax Lot: 0066
  • Tax Block: 01492
  • Flip Tax: $0
  • Building Tax Lot: 0066
  • Tax Abatement YN: false
Parking
  • Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces Assigned YN: false
Property
Lot Information
  • Building Area Total: 1230.0
  • Building Area Units: SquareFeet
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 102.20x20.50
  • Living Area Units: SquareFeet
Building Information
  • Landmark Status YN: true
  • Building Smoke Free YN: true
  • Building Laundry Features: InUnit
  • Building Pets Allowed: BuildingYes
  • Capital Reserves YN: false
  • Green Building YN: true
Property and Assessments
  • New Development: No
  • Sponsor Unit: No
  • Certificate Of Occupancy: Yes
  • Percent Of Common Elements: .00%
  • New Construction: No
  • Structure Type: Townhouse
  • Property Condition: Good
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Basement: Other
  • Patio And Porch Features: None
Interior Features
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Appliances: WasherDryerAllowed
  • Fireplace Features: Other
  • Fireplaces Total: 6
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Floor Number: 1
  • Basement: No
  • Cooling: No
  • Laundry Features: WasherHookup, InUnit
  • ElevatorsTotal: 0
  • Size Dimensions: 60.00x20.50
Multi Family
Multi-Family Information
  • Number Of Units Total: 1
Rental
Rental Information
  • Pets Allowed: UnitNo
  • Delivered Vacant: Yes
  • Attendance Type: None
  • Land Lease: No

Property History for 8 East 81st Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciationLink
DateEvent & SourcePrice

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Public Records for 8 East 81st Street

Taxable ValueLand$465,480Additions$428,220Total$893,700
Tax Record2025$152,572 ($12,714 / month) Tax Class1Tax Rate20.085%
Home Facts
Total Finished SqFt6,682 SqFtLot Size2,086 SqFtYear Built1899ZoningR8BAPN1014920066

Schools near 8 East 81st Street

This home is within New York City Geographic District # 2.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 6 to 8
Rating
School
Distance
P.S. 6 Lillie D Blake
PublicPK to 5

Nyc Lab Ms For Collaborative Studies
Public6 to 8

Lower Manhattan Community Middle School
Public6 to 8

Jhs 167 Robert F Wagner
Public6 to 8

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8 East 81st Street is a townhouse for sale in Upper East Side. This property was listed for sale on January 24, 2025 by Corcoran Group, it's currently listed at $18,875,000. This listing's school district is New York City Geographic District # 2. Nearby schools include P.S. 6 Lillie D Blake, Nyc Lab Ms For Collaborative Studies and Lower Manhattan Community Middle School. 8 East 81st Street is a 8-bed, 6.5-bath, 6,682 sqft townhouse built in 189.

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