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Apartment for rent
  • $3,500/mo

    520 E 81st St APT 5J, New York, NY 10028

    Studio
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    Price may not include required fees and charges.
    Apartment
    Available Thu Jan 1 2026
    Cats, dogs OK
    Shared laundry
    Garage parking
    Contact manager for more details about this home.

    What's special

    Sun-filled corner residenceAbundance of natural lightSouth-east exposuresVersatile dressing areaElegant french doorsStunning roof sundeckAmple closet space
    *First showing will begin at Saturday's Open House* Enter into this sun-filled corner residence and you are immediately met with an abundance of natural light streaming through south-east exposures. The thoughtfully designed layout features a generously sized living room, separated from the bedroom by elegant French doors, a versatile dressing area that can double as a home office, and ample closet space. The windowed kitchen and bathroom beautifully combine style and functionality. The Salem House offers full-service luxury with a 24-hour doorman, elevator, laundry room, on-site garage (at a separate charge), and a stunning roof sundeck with sweeping city viewsideal for taking in the skyline. Located just moments from convenient public transportation, world-class dining, renowned museums, and parks, this residence embodies stylish, effortless, and quintessential Upper East Side living. Pets allowed on a case by case basis.
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    Looking to buy when your lease ends?

    Consider a first-time homebuyer savings account designed to grow your down payment with up to a 6% match & a competitive APY.

    Open houses

    • Sat, Nov 15

      2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

    • Sun, Nov 16

      1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

    • Tue, Nov 18

      5:00 PM - 6:00 PM

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 0
    • Bathrooms: 1
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher
    • Laundry: Shared
    Features
    • Elevator, View
    • Flooring: Hardwood

    Property

    Parking
    • Parking features: Garage
    • Has garage: Yes
    • Details: Contact manager
    Features
    • Exterior features: Bicycle storage, Broker Exclusive, Courtyard, Fios Available, Live In Super, Nyc Evacuation 6, Package Receiving, Roofdeck
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: City View
    Details
    • Parcel number: 015771060

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: Apartment
    • Property subtype: Apartment

    Building

    Management
    • Pets allowed: Yes

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Features: Gated
    Location
    • Region: New York

    Financial & listing details

    • Lease term: Contact For Details

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    11/12/2025Listed for rent$3,500+59.1%
    Source: Zillow Rentals
    12/23/2020Listing removed$2,200
    Source: Compass via MLS
    11/22/2020Listed for rent$2,200-6.4%
    Source: Compass
    7/20/2020Listing removed$2,350
    Source: Compass
    7/18/2020Price change$2,350-6%
    Source: Compass

    Neighborhood: Upper East Side

    There are 2 available units in this apartment building