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224 E 81st St #3B, New York, NY 10028, USA|Upper East Side
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Amenities for 224 E 81st St #3B, Upper East Side
Apartment Amenities
| Fireplace | Hardwood Floor |
| Light |
Appliances
| Dishwasher |
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One-time. Refundable.
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Building details
Property details
| Lease terms | 12+ months |
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About 224 E 81st St #3B
Discover stylish one-bedroom living in the heart of the Upper East Side. There is a laundromat directly across the street! This home features an open-concept layout filled with natural light, creating a bright and inviting atmosphere. Designed with both comfort and efficiency in mind, the space offers a modern, streamlined living experience perfectly suited for todays lifestyle. Move in breakdown: One month rent + one month security deposit due at lease signing. Additional Fees: $20 application fee per person (applicant and/or guarantor) - covers cost of background and credit check.
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 224 East 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
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 0.3 mile away
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.1 mile away
- Fireplace
- Upgraded in-unit features available
Address details
| Neighborhood | Upper East Side |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 10028 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in Upper East Side
studio apartments at 224 E 81st St #3B cost about 8% less than the average rent price for studio apartments in New York.
Median rents as of Jan 31 2026.
Upper East Side
New York
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| February 2024 | $3,475 |
| March 2024 | $3,493 |
| April 2024 | $3,547 |
| May 2024 | $3,546 |
| June 2024 | $3,635 |
| July 2024 | $3,691 |
| August 2024 | $3,698 |
| September 2024 | $3,674 |
| October 2024 | $3,625 |
| November 2024 | $3,532 |
| December 2024 | $3,527 |
| January 2025 | $3,569 |
| February 2025 | $3,563 |
| March 2025 | $3,643 |
| April 2025 | $3,747 |
| May 2025 | $3,800 |
| June 2025 | $3,772 |
| July 2025 | $3,757 |
| August 2025 | $3,791 |
| September 2025 | $3,807 |
| October 2025 | $3,812 |
| November 2025 | $3,800 |
| December 2025 | $3,798 |
| January 2026 | $3,790 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| February 2024 | $2,847 |
| March 2024 | $2,938 |
| April 2024 | $3,273 |
| May 2024 | $2,937 |
| June 2024 | $2,995 |
| July 2024 | $3,349 |
| August 2024 | $3,399 |
| September 2024 | $3,325 |
| October 2024 | $3,246 |
| November 2024 | $3,199 |
| December 2024 | $3,326 |
| January 2025 | $3,334 |
| February 2025 | $3,203 |
| March 2025 | $3,371 |
| April 2025 | $3,480 |
| May 2025 | $3,675 |
| June 2025 | $3,502 |
| July 2025 | $3,430 |
| August 2025 | $3,578 |
| September 2025 | $3,509 |
| October 2025 | $3,430 |
| November 2025 | $3,460 |
| December 2025 | $3,586 |
| January 2026 | $3,638 |
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Can I afford to live at 224 E 81st St #3B?
Bedrooms
StudioRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$132,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $132,000 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $3,300.
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| This month | $3,300 | Studio | 1 bath | ||
| 3 months ago | $2,795 | Studio | 1 bath | ||
| 4 months ago | $2,795 | Studio | 1 bath | ||
| 4 years ago | $2,200 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 4 years ago | $6,250 | 4 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 4 years ago | $6,300 | 4 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 4 years ago | $5,850 | 4 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 4 years ago | $6,250 | 4 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 4 years ago | $5,900 | 4 bed | 2 bath |
Schools near 224 E 81st St #3B
P.S. 290 - Manhattan New School
311 e 82nd st
new york, NY, 10028
PK, K-5Public
A
Ella Baker School
317 e 67th st
new york, NY, 10065
PK, K-8Public
A
P.S. 77 - Lower Lab School
1700 3rd ave
new york, NY, 10128
K-5Public
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 224 E 81st St #3B
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
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
10/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.
Points of interest for 224 E 81st St #3B, 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
10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
9/10
At least one high school within a 10-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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