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159 E 81st St #7B, New York, NY 10028, USA|Upper East Side
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Amenities for 159 E 81st St #7B, Upper East Side
Apartment Amenities
| Hardwood Floor | High Ceilings |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | In-Unit Laundry |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
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Policies and fees
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Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Allowed
Cat Policy
Allowed
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Building details
Property details
| Lease terms | 12+ months |
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About 159 E 81st St #7B
Sweet deal!
This listing is 23% below the median price for 3 bedroom apartments in Upper East Side.
Live in this unique, newly renovated 3 Bed 2 Bath apartment on the UES! Separate gourmet kitchen equipped with custom cabinetry, Caesarstone countertops, high-end stainless steel appliances including Bertazzoni Stove and Bosch dishwasher. Features In-unit Washer/Dryer. Queen size bedrooms. Spacious closets, hardwood floors, and high ceilings throughout. Southern exposure.
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 159 E 81st Street, New York, NY 10028, USA compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.3 mile away
- Pet friendly
- This property allows pets
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.2 mile away
Address details
| Neighborhood | Upper East Side |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 10028 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in Upper East Side
3-bedroom apartments at 159 E 81st St #7B cost about 23% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in New York.
Median rents as of Oct 11 2025.
Upper East Side
New York
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2023 | $5,500 |
| November 2023 | $5,713 |
| December 2023 | $5,535 |
| January 2024 | $5,414 |
| February 2024 | $5,300 |
| March 2024 | $5,439 |
| April 2024 | $5,723 |
| May 2024 | $5,498 |
| June 2024 | $5,534 |
| July 2024 | $5,811 |
| August 2024 | $5,789 |
| September 2024 | $5,810 |
| October 2024 | $6,036 |
| November 2024 | $5,750 |
| December 2024 | $5,355 |
| January 2025 | $5,698 |
| February 2025 | $5,545 |
| March 2025 | $5,779 |
| April 2025 | $6,141 |
| May 2025 | $5,596 |
| June 2025 | $5,821 |
| July 2025 | $5,664 |
| August 2025 | $6,092 |
| September 2025 | $6,235 |
| October 2025 | $6,015 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2023 | $7,848 |
| November 2023 | $7,796 |
| December 2023 | $7,722 |
| January 2024 | $7,498 |
| February 2024 | $7,100 |
| March 2024 | $6,891 |
| April 2024 | $7,009 |
| May 2024 | $7,242 |
| June 2024 | $8,158 |
| July 2024 | $8,949 |
| August 2024 | $9,290 |
| September 2024 | $9,278 |
| October 2024 | $9,877 |
| November 2024 | $9,805 |
| December 2024 | $10,145 |
| January 2025 | $10,742 |
| February 2025 | $10,548 |
| March 2025 | $10,826 |
| April 2025 | $10,993 |
| May 2025 | $10,745 |
| June 2025 | $11,480 |
| July 2025 | $11,453 |
| August 2025 | $11,426 |
| September 2025 | $11,276 |
| October 2025 | $10,995 |
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Can I afford to live at 159 E 81st St #7B?
Bedrooms
3 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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$340,000/yr
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 months ago | $8,500 | 3 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 11 months ago | $8,500 | 3 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 9 years ago | $6,495 | 3 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 10 years ago | $7,095 | 3 bed | 2 bath |
Schools near 159 E 81st St #7B
P.S. 6 - Lillie D. Blake
45 e 81st st
new york, NY, 10028
PK, K-5Public
A
P.S. 77 - Lower Lab School
1700 3rd ave
new york, NY, 10128
K-5Public
A
Ella Baker School
317 e 67th st
new york, NY, 10065
PK, K-8Public
A
The Anderson School
100 w 77th st
new york, NY, 10024
K-8Public
A
Central Park East I Elementary School
1573 madison ave
new york, NY, 10029
PK, K-5Public
B+
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Neighborhood
Upper East Side | New York, NY
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You’ll be in the heart of the action in this bustling and vibrant area with plenty of shopping, nightlife, and culture.
Getting around New York near 159 E 81st St #7B
Walking
10/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
3/10
Roads are accessible, but parking may be a challenge.
Cycling
8/10
Helmets on–you can get anywhere in this cyclist-friendly, well-connected area.
Transit
10/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.
Points of interest for 159 E 81st St #7B, New York
Groceries
10/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-minute walk
Shopping
10/10
Exceptional variety of shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
10/10
Exceptional variety of cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
10/10
Exceptional variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
9/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk
Parks
10/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk
Nightlife
10/10
Exceptional variety of bars right within a few minutes’ walk
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