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  • $495,000

    51 W 81st St APT 2E, New York, NY 10024

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    Coop
    Built in 1905
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    $488,500 Zestimate®
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    $938/mo HOA

    What's special

    Abundance of natural lightingBuilt-in murphy bedSouthwestern exposureSpacious studio
    Welcome to The Galaxy, a sought-after Beaux-Arts co-op right across across the street from the Museum of Natural History, and down the block from Central Park. Nestled in the heart of the Upper West Side, this spacious studio is an extremely rare value find, offering plenty of living space for any need. Apartment Features: - SouthWestern Exposure - Abundance of Natural Lighting - 3 Large Closets - Built-In Murphy Bed - Eat-In Kitchen with Full Dining Area - Full Sized Gas Stove and Dishwasher - Comfortable and Spacious Open Living Room Area - Plenty of Kitchen Counter Space Building Amenities: - Newly Updated Elevators - Doorman/Attendant - Laundry on Every Floor - Pristine Lobby/Entry way - Bike Storage Available Neighborhood Features: - SECONDS from Central Park - Directly across the Street from The Museum of Natural History - Zabars only a few blocks away - 1, A, C, B, and D trains all within a few blocks - m79, BM2, m10 MTA Bus stops across the street - Citibikes one block over Co-op Policies: - Pied-a-terre Allowed on a case-by-case basis - Pet Friendly - Max 75% Financing - Co-purchasing allowed on a case-by-case basis
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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Compass 732-614-8835,

    Lyndsey Casagrande,

    Ronan Counihan

    Source: StreetEasy,MLS#: S1820615

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 0
      • Bathrooms: 1
      • Full bathrooms: 1
      Rooms
      • Room types: Bike Room, Package Room
      Appliances
      • Laundry: Inside
      Features
      • Flooring: Hardwood
      • Has fireplace: No

      Property

      Features
      • Patio & porch: Deck
      • Exterior features: Private Roof Deck
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: City, Garden
      Details
      • Special conditions: Resale

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: Cooperative
      • Property subtype: Coop
      Condition
      • Year built: 1905

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Features: Doorman, Full Time Doorman
      • Security: Doorman, Full-Time Doorman
      • Subdivision: Upper West Side
      HOA
      • Has HOA: Yes
      • Amenities included: Laundry, Roof Deck, Elevator(s), Concierge
      • Services included: Maintenance
      • HOA fee: $938 monthly
      Location
      • Region: New York

      Financial & listing details

      • Date on market: 4/8/2026

        Estimated market value

        $488,500

        $464,000 - $513,000

        $5,725/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        6/26/2026Contingent$495,000
        Source: StreetEasy #S1820615 Report a problem
        4/8/2026Listed for sale$495,000-0.8%
        Source: StreetEasy #S1820615 Report a problem
        11/14/2025Contingent$499,000
        Source: StreetEasy #S1767119 Report a problem
        9/8/2025Price change$499,000-5%
        Source: StreetEasy #S1767119 Report a problem
        4/23/2025Price change$525,000-4.4%
        Source: StreetEasy #S1767119 Report a problem
        10/3/2024Listed for sale$549,000
        Source: StreetEasy #1737919 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        Tax history is unavailable.

        Monthly payment

        Estimated monthly payment$1,822
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: Upper West Side

        Getting around

        97 / 100
        Walker's Paradise
        100 / 100
        Rider's Paradise
        85 / 100
        Very Bikeable

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