Contract Signed
Alcove beds
51 West 81st Street, Unit 2E, Upper West Side
Building Info: The Galaxy, 13 stories, Built 1905
Est: $3,415/moGet pre-approved
Co-opProperty Type
1905Year Built
$938/moMaintenance
Pets welcomePet policy
3% CompensationBuyer's Agent

Description

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
...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

Listing Agents

  1. Lyndsey Casagrande

    Lyndsey Casagrande

    Listing Agent

    P: (732) 614-8835

  2. Ronan Counihan

    Ronan Counihan

    Alternative Listing Agent

    P: (201) 275-7048

78 days on Market
Last updated: 09/17/2026 09:23 AM

Amenities

  • Full-Time Doorman
  • Part-Time Doorman
  • Common Roof Deck
  • Hardwood Floors
  • High Ceilings
  • Oversized Windows
  • Elevator
  • Laundry in Building

Location

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$3,415 per month

30 year fixed, 7.03% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,477

Property Taxes

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Maintenance/Common Charges

$938

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Property Information for 51 West 81st Street, Unit 2E

Property Details
  • Min. Down Pymt: 25%
  • Total Rooms: 3.0
  • Buyer's Agent Compensation: 3%
Building Information
  • Building/Complex: The Galaxy
  • Floor: 2
  • Stories: 13
  • Residences: 125
  • Pet Policy: Allowed
  • Pet Policy Details: Pets case by case
  • Year Built: 1905
  • Building Age: Pre-war
  • Building Type: Midrise

Property History for 51 West 81st Street, Unit 2E

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciationLink
Jun 26, 2026

Contract Signed

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Apr 8, 2026

Listed (Active)

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$495,000——
Mar 6, 2026

Permanently Off Market

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DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/26/2026

Contract Signed

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04/08/2026

Listed (Active)

Manual

$495,000
03/06/2026

Permanently Off Market

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Schools near 51 West 81st Street, Unit 2E

This home is within New York City Geographic District # 3.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 5 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
P.S. 9 Sarah Anderson
PublicPK to 5

Ms 243 Center School
Public5 to 8

The Global Learning Collaborative
Public9 to 12

Urban Assembly School for Green Careers
Public9 to 12

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