Low Maintenance. Prime Location. Prewar Charm. Exceptional Value — All in One Upper East Side Gem.
Welcome home to apartment 9C at 140 East 81st Street. This meticulously maintained and tranquil prewar one-bedroom is perfectly positioned in the heart of the Upper East Side. Situated in the west wing of a distinguished 1928 building, this residence enjoys rare privacy with only three apartments on the floor.
Enter through a gracious foyer featuring a custom walk-in closet, leading into a spacious living and dining area that immediately welcomes you with warmth and elegance. Continuing on you will notice classic prewar details including stunning herringbone oak hardwood floors, high beamed ceilings, and baseboard moldings which enhance the home’s timeless character.
Just off the living space is the large, windowed eat-in kitchen which is outfitted with modern stainless steel appliances including a Bosch dishwasher, LG refrigerator, and GE oven. Additionally you will find abundant cabinet storage above and below. A perfect blend of functionality and charm.
Continuing through the living room is the windowed bathroom which features a shower tub combination as well as a vanity with mirrored and below sink storage. Adjacent to the bathroom is a conveniently located large linen closet with custom built-ins.
The king-sized bedroom is a true sanctuary, offering both comfort and style in equal measure. Exceptionally spacious, it easily accommodates a full suite of furniture including a king bed, nightstands, dressers, and even a workspace without ever feeling cramped. Bathed in natural light from its open northern exposures, the room enjoys a peaceful, airy ambiance perfect for unwinding at the end of the day. A thoughtfully designed custom walk-in closet provides abundant storage.
Located on a picturesque tree-lined block, 140 East Tenants Corp. is a premier full-service cooperative. Amenities include an elegant lobby, 24-hour doorman, attentive live-in superintendent, landscaped garden, laundry facilities, bike storage, gym, and a common storage room.
Enjoy living just moments from the Metropolitan Museum of Art, Central Park, and the best shopping and dining the Upper East Side has to offer. Conveniently close to all four major subway lines and crosstown buses, this location combines tranquility with unbeatable accessibility.
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$740,000
140 E 81st St APT 9C, New York, NY 10028
1beds
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Coop
Built in 1928
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$-- Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$1,840/mo HOA
What's special
Landscaped gardenHerringbone oak hardwood floorsKing-sized bedroomHigh beamed ceilingsModern stainless steel appliancesCustom walk-in closetLarge linen closet
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: August 02, 2025 at 09:18am
Listing by:
Corcoran 212-875-2884,
Scott Stewart
Source: StreetEasy,MLS#: S1770692
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bike Room
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
Property
Features
- Patio & porch: Other
- Exterior features: Courtyard, Garden
Details
- Parcel number: 01509005110475359C
- Special conditions: Resale
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Cooperative
- Property subtype: Coop
Condition
- Year built: 1928
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Doorman, Full Time Doorman
- Security: Doorman, Full-Time Doorman
- Subdivision: Upper East Side
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Fitness Center, Elevator(s)
- Services included: Maintenance
- HOA fee: $1,840 monthly
Location
- Region: New York
Financial & listing details
- Date on market: 6/26/2025
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