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170 West 81st St. #5A

Located at 170 West 81st Street 170 West 81st Street, #5A, New York, NY Co-op in Upper West Side, All Upper West Side
Active listings: #5A Other units available in this building: 1 active sales listing
2 beds, 1 bath

Welcome to 170 West 81st Street, a classic pre-war cooperative nestled on a picturesque block in the heart of the Upper West Side, just moments from Central Park.

This inviting two-bedroom home overlooks tree-lined West 81st Street and is filled with natural light from windows in every room.

Welcome to 170 West 81st Street, a classic pre-war cooperative nestled on a picturesque block in the heart of the Upper West Side, just moments from Central Park.

This inviting two-bedroom home overlooks tree-lined West 81st Street and is filled with natural light from windows in every room. The thoughtful layout offers excellent separation of space, making it ideal for a variety of living arrangements – whether you need a true second bedroom, home office, nursery, or guest room.

Timeless pre-war character is on full display, from soaring beamed ceilings to beautifully maintained hardwood floors, creating a warm and elegant atmosphere. The generous living area easily accommodates both comfortable seating and a dedicated dining space.

A set of striking French doors opens to a bright, well-proportioned second bedroom – perfectly suited as a guest room or office while still offering privacy. The spacious primary bedroom offers excellent closet space and comfortably fits a king-sized bed. Both bedrooms enjoy natural light, enhancing the airy feel throughout the home. The windowed bathroom adds charm and functionality, and includes an in-unit washer/dryer.

This pet-friendly boutique building at 170 West 81st Street features a stunning pre-war lobby with a rare coffered ceiling, wide windowed hallways, and both passenger and freight elevators. Residents enjoy a live-in superintendent, central laundry room, bike storage, private storage, and an exceptional newly renovated rooftop with full WiFi and a projector.

Subleasing is permitted with board approval. No pied-


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About the Building

170 West 81st Street  New York, NY 10024

Co-op in Upper West Side

  • 45 Units
  • 9 Stories
  • 1927 Built

Sales listings: 1 in contract and 38 previous
Rentals listings: 38 previous
Documents and Permits: 121 documents

Unit History

Nearby

Transportation

  • 1 at 79th St

    0.15 miles

  • 1 at 86th St

    0.28 miles

  • B C at 81st St

    0.29 miles

  • B C at 86th St

    0.38 miles

  • 1 2 3 at 72nd St

    0.43 miles

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Schools

District 03 - Schools zoned for this address:
P.S. 009 Sarah Anderson

(PK,0K,01,02,03,04,05,SE)

Disclaimer: School attendance zone boundaries are not guaranteed to be accurate – they are provided by a third party and subject to change. Check with the applicable school district prior to making a decision based on these boundaries.