Just Listed | Luxury Alcove One-Bedroom Residence on the Upper East Side
Experience the best of Upper East Side living in this oversized alcove one-bedroom residence, offering an exceptional combination of space, natural light, and timeless comfort in a full-service luxury doorman building.
Designed with an expansive layout, this bright and airy home features soaring high ceilings and a king-sized bedroom overlooking a tranquil interior courtyard that is sectioned off. The sun-drenched living room is enhanced by dramatic south-facing, wall-to-wall windows that fill the space with natural light throughout the day. A generously proportioned dining alcove provides the flexibility for elegant entertaining, a home office, or additional living space.
The separate, windowed kitchen is thoughtfully designed with abundant cabinetry, full-sized appliances, and a dishwasher, offering both functionality and convenience for everyday living.
Residents enjoy the amenities of a premier full-service building, including a 24-hour doorman, an elegant, well-appointed lobby, attentive staff, and an on-site laundry facility.
Perfectly positioned in one of Manhattan's most desirable neighborhoods, this home places you moments from Morton Williams, acclaimed restaurants, charming cafes, boutique shopping, fitness studios, and neighborhood parks. Commuting is effortless with the Second Avenue Q subway line just a few blocks away, providing quick access to Midtown and Downtown Manhattan.
Whether you're seeking a spacious primary residence or a sophisticated Upper East Side home, this rare offering delivers generous proportions, abundant sunlight, and an unbeatable location in one of New York City's most coveted neighborhoods.
Apartment Highlights
Oversized alcove one-bedroom layout
King-sized bedroom
High ceilings
South-facing wall-to-wall windows
Abundant natural light
Spacious living and dining area
Separate windowed kitchen
Full-sized appliances with dishwasher
Excellent closet and cabinet storage
Quiet courtyard exposure
Building Highlights
Full-service luxury doorman building
Elegant lobby
Professional staff
On-site laundry room
Prime Upper East Side location
Steps from Morton Williams
Close to the Q subway
Surrounded by premier dining, shopping, and everyday conveniences
401 E 81st St
New York, NY 10028
Apartment building
Studio-4 beds
Available units
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$5,500
Fees may apply
1 bd, 1 ba
-- sqft
For rent - Unit 1C
Listing by: Plaza Real Estate Group
What's special
Full-sized appliances with dishwasherQuiet courtyard exposureKing-sized bedroomAbundant natural lightHigh ceilingsSeparate windowed kitchenSouth-facing wall-to-wall windows
Facts, features & policies
Unit features
Appliances
- Dishwasher
Neighborhood: Upper East Side
Areas of interest
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Travel times
Walk, Transit & Bike Scores
Walk Score®
/ 100
Walker's ParadiseTransit Score®
/ 100
Rider's ParadiseBike Score®
/ 100
Very BikeableNearby schools in New York
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Ps 290 Manhattan New SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 8/10Jhs 167 Robert F WagnerGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 9/10Eleanor Roosevelt High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.3 mi
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Frequently asked questions
What is the walk score of 401 E 81st St?
401 E 81st St has a walk score of 98, it's a walker's paradise.
What is the transit score of 401 E 81st St?
401 E 81st St has a transit score of 100, it's a rider's paradise.
What schools are assigned to 401 E 81st St?
The schools assigned to 401 E 81st St include Ps 290 Manhattan New School, Jhs 167 Robert F Wagner, and Eleanor Roosevelt High School.
What neighborhood is 401 E 81st St in?
401 E 81st St is in the Upper East Side neighborhood in New York, NY.







