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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • High-end stainless steel appliances
  • Spacious closets
  • Hardwood floors
  • Gourmet kitchen
  • Custom cabinetry
  • In-unit washer/dryer

Location

159 East 81st Street #7B, New York, New York 10028, United States|Upper East Side

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Contact

Bernard Richards

(347) 283-8108

Property Overview

This residence features high-end stainless steel appliances, a gourmet kitchen with custom cabinetry, and spacious closets, enhancing both functionality and style. Its pet-friendly environment is complemented by a wealth of nearby services, including grooming, supplies, and parks. Additionally, a top-rated middle school is conveniently located within walking distance, making it an appealing option for those considering education opportunities in the area.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Things you’ll love

  • Middle school nearby

Great for

  • Pet owners

Amenities for 159 East 81st Street #7B, Upper East Side

Apartment Amenities

Hardwood FloorHigh Ceilings

Appliances

DishwasherIn-Unit Laundry

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

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 terms12+ months
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About 159 East 81st Street #7B

HomeApartments in New YorkUpper East Side 159 East 81st Street #7B, New York, New York 10028, United States

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

Address details

NeighborhoodUpper East Side
Zip code10028
TypeApartment for rent

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Rent trends in Upper East Side

3-bedroom apartments at 159 East 81st Street #7B cost about 6% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in New York.

Median rents as of Nov 29 2025.
Upper East Side
New York
A table of 3-bedroom apartment rental data trends in New York
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$5,489
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$5,984
November 2025$5,805
A table of 3-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Upper East Side
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$7,605
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$10,551
November 2025$9,109

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Bedrooms

3 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$340,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $340,000 annually to afford this 3-bedrooms monthly rent price of $8,500.
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Rent history

The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.
Check out the past listing prices for monthly rent at 159 East 81st Street, New York, NY.
Last month$8,5003 bed2 bath
9 months ago$8,5003 bed2 bath
1 year ago$8,5003 bed2 bath
9 years ago$6,4953 bed2 bath

Schools near 159 East 81st Street #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

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Lively and energetic
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 East 81st Street #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 East 81st Street #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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159 E 81st Street New York, NY

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3A

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2 Baths

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Days on market: 3399
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