Natural light floods every corner of Apartment 8A at 120 East 81st Street, an expansive and elegantly proportioned two-bedroom home nestled in one of Manhattan’s most desirable neighborhoods. Located just off Park Avenue, this high-floor residence offers a rare combination of space, serenity, and southern exposures that capture enchanting cityscape views above the rooftops of nearby townhouses. The thoughtfully designed split-bedroom layout enhances privacy, while the oversized dining area and well-scaled rooms offer exceptional flexibility for modern living. Generous closet space throughout the home ensures practical and efficient storage.
Apartment 8A reflects the architectural vision of Paul Resnick, a notable mid-century modernist known for his clean lines, functional simplicity and livable, spacious interiors. Resnick's hallmark splayed walls and oversized windows maximize natural light and open views, while his versatile floor plans allow for the dining area to be converted to a flex office or den.
The building itself is a quiet classic, known for its timeless design, strong financials and exceptional management. Residents enjoy the care of a full-time Resident Manager and a dedicated, attentive staff, along with an array of amenities including a well-equipped gym, bike room, storage and central laundry room, and on-site garage. The pet-friendly cooperative permits washers and dryers with board approval and allows up to 50% financing. Low monthly maintenance includes utilities and basic cable, and shareholders enjoy preferential parking rates of just $373 per month.
Set on a peaceful, tree-lined block between Park and Lexington Avenues, 120 East 81st Street offers immediate access to the best of the Upper East Side—just moments from Central Park, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, PS 6, and the area’s renowned shopping and dining. Convenient public transportation options complete this compelling offering. There is a 2% flip tax payable by the purchaser.
Active
$1,650,000
120 E 81st St APT 8A, New York, NY 10028
2beds
--sqft
Coop
Built in 1958
-- sqft lot
$1,688,300 Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$3,039/mo HOA
What's special
Oversized windowsLivable spacious interiorsClean linesSplayed wallsPeaceful tree-lined blockCityscape viewsGenerous closet space
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: July 31, 2025 at 03:52pm
Listing by:
Compass 646-461-3247,
Shirley Hackel
Source: StreetEasy,MLS#: S1771658
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Bike Room
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher
- Laundry: Inside
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
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Property
Details
- Parcel number: 01509005610475368A
- Special conditions: Resale
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Cooperative
- Property subtype: Coop
Condition
- Year built: 1958
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Doorman, Full Time Doorman
- Security: Doorman, Full-Time Doorman
- Subdivision: Upper East Side
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Laundry, Fitness Center, Elevator(s)
- Services included: Maintenance
- HOA fee: $3,039 monthly
Location
- Region: New York
Financial & listing details
- Date on market: 5/16/2025
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