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Sold for $945,000
  • $945,000

    1956 81st Street, East Elmhurst, NY 11370

    3beds
    1,224sqft
    Single Family Residence, Residential
    Built in 1945
    1,800 Square Feet Lot
    $963,100 Zestimate®
    $772/sqft
    $3,997 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $963,100

    $876,000 - $1.06M

    $3,997/mo

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    What's special

    Private backyardStainless steel appliancesSecurity surveillance camerasUpdated kitchenPlenty of storageQuartz countertops
    Welcome to this beautifully updated 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home, located in the highly sought-after Astoria Village section of East Elmhurst. Freshly painted and professionally cleaned, this residence offers modern comfort, smart-home technology, and exceptional convenience. The updated kitchen features quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, and plenty of storage, perfect for everyday cooking and entertaining. The home is equipped with a full Lutron smart lighting system, security surveillance cameras, and a built-in sound system that extends through the living room, kitchen, and outdoor space. Step outside to an entertainer’s paradise: a private backyard complete with an automatic projector screen, creating the ultimate outdoor movie or game-day experience. The finished basement, with its own separate entry, provides flexible space ideal for recreation, guests, or a home office. Perfectly located near Ditmars Blvd and 81st Street, you're just minutes from the train, LaGuardia Airport, Grand Central Parkway, and convenient shuttle buses to the airport. The nearby Q69 bus ensures easy commuting. Surrounded by a vibrant local scene, this home is close to popular pizza shops, restaurants, cafés, and everyday amenities. Experience comfort, convenience, and the unique charm of Astoria Village living, welcome home!

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    Listed by:

    Steven M. Connolly 914-879-5663,

    Twin Bridges Properties 845-803-7148,

    Brittany Connolly 845-489-4990,

    Twin Bridges Properties

    Bought with:

    Steven M. Connolly, 10401218115

    Twin Bridges Properties

    Steven M. Connolly, 10401218115

    Twin Bridges Properties

    Source: OneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 938263MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    Heating
    • Has Heating (Unspecified Type)
    Cooling
    • Wall/Window Unit(s)
    Appliances
    • Included: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer
    • Laundry: In Basement
    Features
    • Sound System, Speakers
    • Flooring: Tile, Wood
    • Basement: Partially Finished
    • Attic: None
    • Has fireplace: No
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 1,508
    • Total interior livable area: 1,224 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Parking features: Alley Access
    Lot
    • Size: 1,800 Square Feet
    Details
    • Parcel number: 009490038
    • Special conditions: None

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Traditional
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
    • Attached to another structure: Yes
    Materials
    • Brick
    Condition
    • Year built: 1945

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public
    • Utilities for property: Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected

    Community & HOA

    HOA
    • Has HOA: No
    Location
    • Region: East Elmhurst

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $772/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $51,120
    • Annual tax amount: $7,416
    • Date on market: 11/21/2025
    • Cumulative days on market: 17 days
    • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
    • Listing terms: Cash

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    1/21/2026Sold$945,000-0.5%$772/sqft
    Source: OneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #938263 Report a problem
    12/9/2025Pending sale$950,000$776/sqft
    Source: OneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #938263 Report a problem
    11/22/2025Listed for sale$950,000+394.8%$776/sqft
    Source: OneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #938263 Report a problem
    7/15/1998Sold$192,000-10.7%$157/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    5/7/1997Sold$215,000$176/sqft
    Source: Agent Provided Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025-- $51,120 -4.7%
    2024-- $53,640 +1.4%
    2023-- $52,920 -4.9%
    2022-- $55,620 -4.8%
    2021-- $58,440 +16.1%
    2020$6,904 +6%$50,340 -9.2%
    2019$6,513 +12%$55,440 +94.3%
    2017$5,816 +7.8%$28,531
    2016$5,394 $28,531 +5%
    2015$5,394 +78.2%$27,180 +6%
    2014$3,027 $25,642 +6%
    2013-- $24,192 +1.7%
    2012-- $23,776
    2011-- $23,776 +5%
    2010-- $22,651 +6%
    2009-- $21,369 +6%
    2008-- $20,160
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: Astoria

    Nearby schools

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    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Elementary: Ps 2 Alfred Zimberg
    • Middle: Is 141 Steinway (The)
    • High: William Cullen Bryant High School

    Source: OneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.