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Middle school nearby- High school nearby
- Less expensive
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Amenities for 521 E 81st St #B, Upper East Side
Apartment Amenities
| High Ceilings |
Appliances
| In-Unit Laundry |
Grounds
| Garage Parking |
Other
| Two Rooms |
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About 521 E 81st St #B
Sweet deal!
This listing is 26% below the median price for studio apartments in Upper East Side.
Property Status: Active This recently renovated studio apartment is complete with new appliances and a washer/dryer in unit. This pin-drop quiet apartment which has high ceilings and a beautiful sleeping loft is must see. This is a ground floor unit that is not directly on the sidewalk so nobody can walk up to your window. Fees: - $250 Refundable Move in Deposit -$250 Non-refundable move in fee Office Phone: (646) 982-0353 Copyright © 2026 My State MLS. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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 521 East 81st Street, New York, NY 10028, USA compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.2 mile away
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 0.3 mile away
- Less expensive
- Some rentals at this address are cheaper than similar listings nearby
- Covered parking
- Garage, covered, or indoor parking is available at this address
- Images available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.2 mile away
- Pet restrictions
- Pets aren't allowed at this location.
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 521 E 81st St #B cost about 26% less than the average rent price for studio apartments in New York.
Median rents as of Jun 20 2026.
Upper East Side
New York
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| February 2026 | $3,794 |
| March 2026 | $3,837 |
| April 2026 | $3,855 |
| May 2026 | $3,886 |
| June 2026 | $3,873 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| February 2026 | $3,556 |
| March 2026 | $3,639 |
| April 2026 | $3,669 |
| May 2026 | $3,781 |
| June 2026 | $3,746 |
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Can I afford to live at 521 E 81st St #B?
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StudioRent-to-income ratio
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$110,000/yr
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 year ago | $2,750 | Studio | 1 bath | ||
| 2 years ago | $2,550 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 2 years ago | $2,550 | Studio | 1 bath | ||
| 6 years ago | $2,100 | Studio | 1 bath | ||
| 6 years ago | $2,100 | Studio | 1 bath | ||
| 6 years ago | $2,100 | Studio | 1 bath | ||
| 6 years ago | $2,100 | Studio | 1 bath | ||
| 6 years ago | $2,100 | Studio | 1 bath | ||
| 6 years ago | $2,100 | Studio | 1 bath |
Schools near 521 E 81st St #B
P.S. 158 - Baylard Taylor
1458 york ave
new york, NY, 10075
PK, K-5Public
A
P.S. 169 - Robert F. Kennedy
110 e 88th st
new york, NY, 10128
K-11Public
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
30th Avenue the School (G. & T. Citywide)
28-37 29th st
astoria, NY, 11102
K-8Public
A
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Neighborhood
Upper East Side | New York, NY
Getting around New York near 521 E 81st St #B
Walking
10/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
4/10
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 521 E 81st St #B, 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
10/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk
Parks
9/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk
Nightlife
9/10
Exceptional variety of bars right within a few minutes’ walk
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