140 E 81ST Street Unit 9C, New York, NY 10028

$740,000

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… Read More 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. Read Less

Listing Courtesy of: Scott Stewart, Corcoran Group, 212-355-3550.

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Days Online

Last Updated

Jul 6, 2025

Property Type

Apartment

Beds

Full Baths

Year Built

1928

MLS Number

RLS20033655

30 Days Snapshot Of 10028

$2.25M

-2%

(avg) sold price

-9%

homes sold

125

-34%

(avg) days on market

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Building

Entry Level: 9, Features: Elevators, Living Area Units: SquareFeet, Rooms Total: 3, Structure Type: HighRise

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Patio And Porch Features: None

Property

Property Sub Type: Apartment, View YN: t, View: City

Taxes

Tax Block: 01509, Tax Lot: 0051

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