





BuildingThe Galaxy
- 125 Units, 13 Stories
- Built in 1905, Pre-war
- Elevators [2]
- Part-Time Doorman
- Pets Allowed
- Rentals Allowed
The Galaxy is a midrise co-op building located at 51 W 81st St in Manhattan. It was built in 1905. The structure rises 13 stories and contains 125 units.
Located in the Upper West Side, The Galaxy provides a professional service level featuring part-time doorman. Residents enjoy a suite of amenities including bike room, common roof deck and elevator, among others. Pets are welcome in this pet-friendly community.
Units
Unit | Status | Price $572,000 Avg. | Price/Sq. Ft. | Bd | Ba | Sq. Ft. | Floor Plan |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 51 W 81st St - #10E | Active | $649,000 | - | - | 1 | - | View |
| 51 W 81st St - #2EExclusive Listing | Active | $495,000 | - | 0.5 | 1 | - | View |
BuildingThe Galaxy
- 125 Units, 13 Stories
- Built in 1905, Pre-war
- Elevators [2]
- Part-Time Doorman
- Pets Allowed
- Rentals Allowed
Building Amenities
Building PoliciesUPDATED 08/01/2024
Building Facts
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Schools
| School | Type | Grades | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| P.S. 9 Sarah Anderson | Public | PK-5 | 0.1 mi | 8 |
| Ms 243 Center School | Public | 5-8 | 0.1 mi | 9 |
| Rodeph Sholom School | Private | PK-8 | 0.2 mi | NR |
| Frank McCourt High School | Public | 9-12 | 0.2 mi | 4 |
P.S. 9 Sarah Anderson PK-5, 0.1 mi, Public | 8 |
Ms 243 Center School 5-8, 0.1 mi, Public | 9 |
Rodeph Sholom School PK-8, 0.2 mi, Private | NR |
Frank McCourt High School 9-12, 0.2 mi, Public | 4 |
School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

More information about 51 W 81st St, Manhattan, NY 10024
As a benchmark, a studio co-op at 51 West 81st Street, Unit 10E is currently on the market at $649,000, while 51 West 81st Street, Unit 5A recently sold for $625,000. This building sits amid Lenox Hill, Upper East Side, Upper West Side, Lincoln Square and Carnegie Hill, intersecting ZIP codes 10065, 10069, 07047, 10019 and 10023 — and directly borders Manhattan, New York, North Bergen, Guttenberg and West New York. For added insight, see how this compares to average rental rates in Manhattan. *All numbers are for indication only and are not guaranteed.
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Updated as of Apr 3, 2026.





