. .**. . .Penthouse Lovers Only. . .**. . .
..**.... Welcome to The Excelsior!.....**...
100% - TOTALLY UNIQUE DUPLEX PENTHOUSE - THE ONLY ONE LIKE IT
A-N-Y-W-H-E-R-E-!
2 FULL FLOORS boasting MODERN ELEGANCE and THE FINEST of FINISHES.
It almost feels like A PRIVATE HOUSE - A 2 Story Duplex Mansion built on top of an intimate 15 Story building - Converting it to 17 stories
ALL NEW
Never Lived in- - - -this is a TRULY SPECIAL HOME!
ONE - OF - A - KIND! They say A PICTURE is WORTH A THOUSAND WORDS.
(So we actually photographed the story
scroll through the pictures and you'll begin to appreciate this uniquely designed residence.)
Approximately 700 feet (1/2 block) West of Central Park you'll find yourself at 45 West 81st Street, The Excelsior.
Built over 100 years ago, This Art Deco structure is a Landmark building on one of the BEST blocks on the Upper West Side.
Centered between Central Park West and Columbus Avenue.... Unpretentious, with only 143 units, it's a simple building Gut renovated to create BEAUTIFUL, ALL NEW apartments with clean, elegant lines and every modern convenience.... with JUST BEAUTIFUL VIEWS!
While the the lower floors facing North overlook the most lovely green gardens of neighboring BACKYARD BROWNSTONES, the upper floors and ...
** the Penthouse on the 17th floor **..boasts virtually Panoramic unobstructed, city and skyline VIEWS
( because the building sits amongst blocks filled with low-rise building!).
How RARE to find a mid-rise building offering views comparable to (and even better than) many hi-rises.
This is one of the few locations in the city that can offer OPEN, UNOBSTRUCTED MANHATTAN SKYLINE VIEWS and then there's.....
THIS HIDDEN GEM - - -atop it all!
Fear of heights? - No problem. From THIS 17th FLOOR PENTHOUSE you'll see The Park, The City, The Skyline and the
STARS
(because there's no neighboring hi-rises to block your view!)
In addition to the SUN-DRENCHED and SPRAWLING LAYOUT within, there's at least 1000 square feet of PRIVATE OUTDOOR SPACE - an ENORMOUS WRAP TERRACE EMBRACING the top floor that leads to a GRAND SETBACK TERRACE.
Escape to your own PRIVATE OASIS...
15 minutes from all the hustle and bustle of midtown ....your office.....The Theatre District.....
Step inside....close the door .....YOU CAN HEAR A PIN DROP!
Coming home to the serenity of a quiet retreat is worth it alone!
YOU WON'T SEE ANOTHER SPACE LIKE THIS.... GUARANTEED.
No expense was spared to create this UNIQUE LUXURY residence:
Enormous State-of-the-Art Chef's Kitchen
Polished Brazilian Cherry Wood Floors
Marble Counters complemented by Richly Finished cabinetry
Stainless Steel appliances including double wide 2-door Sub-zero style refrigeration
BRAND NEW Dishwasher, Built-in Microwave,
4 Gorgeous Baths, Walk-in Rain Showers, Soaking Tubs, Jacuzzi + Finest Ceramic Tiling
KING -sized Master BEDROOMs and 5 graduating bedrooms (total of SIX (6)
Your own Laundry Room with full sized Washer and Dryer in unit
Wonderful storage and closets with custom built-ins throughout
Services you'll enjoy here:
= Package reception and daily delivery right to your apartment door.
= Full Laundry Room in building - 24 hour access
= Fully equipped GYM - 24 hour access
= Doorman and full staff of service porters
LOCATION! LOCATION!
This Immaculately kept building is located in a most vibrant, yet charming neighborhood. Truly rich in cultural activities, offers access to Museum of Natural History, The Hayden Planetarium, -C-h-i-l-d-r-e-n 's Museum of Manhattan, Lincoln Center, The Metropolitan Opera, The NYC Ballet, the New York Philharmonic, and.......
CENTRAL PARK!
Fine dining and shopping complete your lifestyle. You'll love to bring your dog across the street.....& did I mention this?it's less than 1/2 a block to.CENTRAL PARK!
Showing daily by private appointment only.
Apartment for rent
$50,000/moFees may apply
45 W 81st St, # Penthouse A, New York, NY 10024
6beds
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Apartment
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Cats, dogs OK
Air conditioner, central air
In unit laundry
Central
What's special
Grand setback terraceImmaculately kept buildingSoaking tubsWalk-in rain showersFinest ceramic tiling
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 4
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Air Conditioner, Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, dryer, washer
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- Elevator
- Flooring: Hardwood
Property
Parking
- Details: Contact manager
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Disabled Access
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck, Terrace
- Exterior features: Fios Available, Garden, Gated Community, Package Room, Public Outdoor Space, Wheelchair Access
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City View, Garden View, Park View, Skyline View
Lot
- Features: Garden, Private
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Apartment
- Property subtype: Apartment
Building
Management
- Pets allowed: Yes
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Gated, Park, Smoke Free
HOA
- Amenities included: Concierge, Laundry, Park, Roof Deck
Location
- Region: New York
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: Contact For Details
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/3/2026 | Listed for rent | $50,000 |
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Neighborhood: Upper West Side
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Ps 9 Sarah AndersonGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.1 mi
- 8/10Ms 243 Center SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 0.1 mi
- 1/10Innovation Diploma PlusGrades: 10-12Distance: 0.2 mi
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