Two Bedroom Duplex with Washer/Dryer & Private Roof Deck!
Available for lease through spring/summer 2027
No pets
Sun-filled, top-floor residence nestled on a quiet, tree-lined block in the heart of Yorkville. Located in a well-maintained pre-war walk-up building, this residence offers a perfect mix of warmth, character, and modern updates.
The apartment features:
- Southern exposure with open sky views and excellent natural light
- Exposed brick, hardwood floors, and high ceilings for classic pre-war charm
- Renovated open kitchen with stainless steel appliances, including dishwasher and combo washer/dryer
- Queen-sized bedrooms with closets
- Updated bath and through-wall air conditioning
- Spiral staircase
- 5th floor of walk-up
This boutique 5-story building includes a laundry room in the basement and responsive management. Just moments from the Second Avenue Q train, 6 train at 77th Street, and M79 crosstown bus, with easy access to Carl Schurz Park, the East River Esplanade, Whole Foods, Target, and some of the best cafes and restaurants on the Upper East Side.
$20 per person application fee. Heat & hot water included in the rent. Tenant pays electricity & cable/internet separately.
421 E 81st St
New York, NY 10028
Apartment building
Studio-2 beds
What’s available
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$5,395
2 bd, 1 ba
-- sqft
For rent - Unit 5RW
Listing by: Corcoran
What's special
Neighborhood: Upper East Side
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Travel times
Nearby schools in New York
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Ps 290 Manhattan New SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 8/10Jhs 167 Robert F WagnerGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 8/10Eleanor Roosevelt High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.3 mi
Market Trends
Rental market summary
The average rent for all beds and all property types in New York, NY is $3,795.
Average rent
$3,795
Month-over-month
+$62
Year-over-year
+$152
Available rentals
17,820
Frequently asked questions
What is the walk score of 421 E 81st St?
421 E 81st St has a walk score of 98, it's a walker's paradise.
What is the transit score of 421 E 81st St?
421 E 81st St has a transit score of 100, it's a rider's paradise.
What schools are assigned to 421 E 81st St?
The schools assigned to 421 E 81st St include Ps 290 Manhattan New School, Jhs 167 Robert F Wagner, and Eleanor Roosevelt High School.
What neighborhood is 421 E 81st St in?
421 E 81st St is in the Upper East Side neighborhood in New York, NY.