51 West 81st Street, Unit 9D
Description
UPGRADED, BRIGHT, CORNER HOME w/EAT-IN KITCHEN, AMAZING CLOSET SPACE, HIGH CEILINGS
FULL SERVICE, CLASSIC BUILDING w/TROPHY ROOF DECK & LAUNDRY RIGHT ACROSS THE HALL
This home's surprising scale and expansive flexibility have served its happy owner during every phase of his life: When he was a sole resident, when he found his sweetheart, and when their household of two became a party of three. During every exciting chapter, this lovingly upgraded...EXPANSIVE MUSEUM & PARK BLOCK JUNIOR 1BR w/OPEN CITY VIEWS
UPGRADED, BRIGHT, CORNER HOME w/EAT-IN KITCHEN, AMAZING CLOSET SPACE, HIGH CEILINGS
FULL SERVICE, CLASSIC BUILDING w/TROPHY ROOF DECK & LAUNDRY RIGHT ACROSS THE HALL
This home's surprising scale and expansive flexibility have served its happy owner during every phase of his life: When he was a sole resident, when he found his sweetheart, and when their household of two became a party of three. During every exciting chapter, this lovingly upgraded Galaxy residence beautifully provided comfort and joy. Rare is the junior 1 bedroom that can offer such flexibility for growth. Here, in this easy-to-live, easy-to-love corner space -- with its voluminous, high-ceilinged layout -- you, too, can spread out and live your story.
The entry opens to a sweet foyer, a space graced by three deep, tall, custom hall closets and a wall of elegant, custom designed storage spaces. This foyer unfolds to the comfortable and attractive living room. With two big windows with two bright, open, big-sky exposures, cross-breezes and sunshine loom large. This cheerful room's forever views overlook the area's low-rise historic district, and opens to the handsome and practical kitchen. With stone counters, a dining bar, and higher-end stainless appliances, the open-plan kitchen is good looking and designed for easy entertaining. The quiet and bright bedroom space in this large junior 1BR is well-planned, crowned by two clerestory windows, french doors, a big East Facing window, and generous closets/storage. High ceilings soar above, underfoot are oak floors, and this home is served by a classic windowed bath.
Supremely situated in a terrifically run, full service building - The Galaxy - offering its friendly residents one of our city's premiere planted roof decks with five-star city and park views. With a perfect location right in front of beautiful Museum Park and the Museum of Natural History, and on the same block as Central Park, this happy home is conveniently located on one of Manhattan's most celebrated blocks. Premiere shopping, dining, cultural, entertainment and fitness destinations are at your doorstep, and easy transportation options abound. With a resident Super, there is also bike storage, and there are washer/dryers located on every floor.
If you need a home you will love and a space you can grow into -- in a prime location you will never grow out of -- then come discover this special star in the beloved Galaxy.
(Board approval required. Sorry, no pets and no pied-a-terres for rental residents.)
RENTAL FEES PAID BY APPLICANT:
Required with Offer:
Initial Criminal and Credit Check (Soft Pull): $20
Due Upon Co-Op Board Package Submission:
Application Fee: $300
Move-in Deposit: $500
Processing Fee: $120
Digital Submission Fee: $65
Amenities
- Full-Time Doorman
- Part-Time Doorman
- Common Roof Deck
- Crown Mouldings
- Hardwood Floors
- High Ceilings
- Oversized Windows
- Elevator
Property Details for 51 West 81st Street, Unit 9D
| Status | Rented |
|---|---|
| Days on Market | 13 |
| Rental Incentives | No Fee |
| Available Date | 09/15/2025 |
| Lease Term | Lease Length Min/Max: 12-12 mo |
| Furnished | - |
| Total Rooms | 3.0 |
| Compass Type | Co-op |
| MLS Type | - |
| Year Built | 1905 |
| County | New York County |
Building
The Galaxy
Location
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Building Information for 51 West 81st Street, Unit 9D
Property History for 51 West 81st Street, Unit 9D
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 9, 2025 | Rented Manual | $3,900 | — |
| Aug 23, 2025 | Application Pending Manual | — | |
| Aug 9, 2025 | Listed (Active) Manual | $3,450 | — |
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/09/2025 | Rented Manual | $3,900 |
| 08/23/2025 | Application Pending Manual | — |
| 08/09/2025 | Listed (Active) Manual | $3,450 |
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Schools near 51 West 81st Street, Unit 9D
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | PK to 5 | |||
| Public - | 5 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 10 to 12 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
P.S. 9 Sarah Anderson PublicPK to 5 | ||
Ms 243 Center School Public5 to 8 | ||
Innovation Diploma Plus Public10 to 12 | ||
Frank McCourt High School Public9 to 12 |
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