8 East 81st Street is an exceptionally fine five story, elevatored townhouse located off Fifth Avenue. This grand eight-bedroom, six and one-half bathroom home exudes a timeless grace with soaring 12-foot ceilings and meticulously preserved and restored original details. Natural light pours into the residence with exposures to the north, south, and east, enhancing the beauty of its hardwood floors and sophisticated finishes. Elegantly entertain guests in the formal dining room, framed by period charm and a wood burning fireplace. Step outside to your private garden, a peaceful retreat optimal for both quiet reflection and hosting friendly gatherings.
The parlor floor is the heart of the home with a generously proportioned living room with wood burning fireplace, a cozy yet grand, paneled library, also with wood burning fireplace, and an adjoining sitting room providing the perfect settings for receptions, relaxation, work, or study. Currently there are eight bedrooms on the three upper floors, with two wood burning fireplaces on the fifth floor. Each of the bedrooms has a minimum of 10' ceilings and wonderful light. This extraordinary townhouse blends the allure of solid pre-war craftsmanship with the conveniences of modern city living, creating an inviting home that caters to a warm and sophisticated lifestyle.
Active
$16,900,000
8 E 81st St, New York, NY 10028
8beds
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Single Family Residence
Built in 1899
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$-- Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Private gardenPaneled libraryAdjoining sitting roomElevatored townhouse
- 407 days
- 986
- 61
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Corcoran 212-937-6677,
Leighton Candler,
Jennifer Reardon
Source: StreetEasy,MLS#: S1793913
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 8
- Bathrooms: 7
- Full bathrooms: 6
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Appliances
- Included: Washer/Dryer
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Property
Features
- Patio & porch: Other
- Exterior features: Courtyard, Garden
Details
- Parcel number: 014920066
- Special conditions: Resale
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- Year built: 1899
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Upper East Side
Location
- Region: New York
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $18,186,000
- Annual tax amount: $152,580
- Date on market: 10/3/2025
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/2/2026 | Listed for sale | $16,900,000-6.1% |
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| 10/3/2025 | Listed for sale | $18,000,000-4.6% |
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| 6/24/2025 | Listing removed | $18,875,000 |
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| 1/25/2025 | Listed for sale | $18,875,000 |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $161,726 +6% | $1,091,160 +22.1% |
| 2024 | $152,572 +4.8% | $893,700 -9.4% |
| 2023 | $145,541 | $986,580 -5.7% |
| 2022 | -- | $1,046,400 -6.9% |
| 2021 | -- | $1,124,460 -12.2% |
| 2020 | -- | $1,280,700 +9.9% |
| 2019 | $133,993 +7.3% | $1,165,200 +95.1% |
| 2018 | $124,927 +2.6% | $597,196 |
| 2017 | $121,738 +2.7% | $597,196 +0.8% |
| 2016 | $118,491 | $592,722 +6% |
| 2015 | $118,491 +161.6% | $559,173 +6% |
| 2014 | $45,300 | $527,523 +6% |
| 2013 | -- | $497,664 |
| 2012 | -- | $497,664 +0.8% |
| 2011 | -- | $493,935 +6% |
| 2010 | -- | $465,978 +6% |
| 2009 | -- | $439,603 +6% |
| 2008 | -- | $414,720 |
| 2007 | -- | $414,720 +0.8% |
| 2006 | -- | $411,613 +6% |
| 2005 | -- | $388,315 +6% |
| 2004 | -- | $366,336 +6% |
| 2003 | -- | $345,600 |
| 2002 | -- | $345,600 +0.8% |
| 2001 | -- | $343,011 +6% |
| 2000 | -- | $323,596 |
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