140 West 81st Street #PH, New York City, NY 10024
Listing Courtesy of Modlin Group LLC
$9,995,000
Potential Rebate: $149,925
Overview
The Light House
A conservatory in the sky, this 4,025 signature penthouse erases the boundaries between indoors and out with glass-wrapped entertaining salons. Spanning four bedrooms and four and a half bathrooms, additional design highlights include the two-story library with its custom divided light walls, three private terraces, and the glass-wrapped observatory in the primary suite.
The collection of five private homes reflects a sense of place, designed for the Upper West Side lifestyle. Culturalists, connoisseurs, epicureans, and bibliophiles will appreciate the attention to detail paid to the expansive entertainment and private spaces. Each home exhibits unique architectural details such as a conservatory, lofty ceiling heights marked by turreted thirty-foot tall private spaces ideal for a library or study and A kitchen outfitted with Miele, Sub-Zero and Wolf appliances.
An address unlike any other, 140 West 81st Street is a collection of meticulously designed bespoke residences cast inside one of the most distinctive historical edifices on the Upper West Side. Expansive in scale, each home offers extraordinary architectural detailing, from grand private outdoor spaces, epic glass walls and conservatories, to restored iconic windows and sculptural staircase centerpieces.
Timeless, yet original, the dramatic, architecturally significant residences have been boldly re-imagined by DXA Studio and are styled by celebrated AD100 firm Studio Sofield.
Programmed for privacy, 140 West 81st Street offers an exceptionally refined lifestyle reminiscent of a private club. The intimate reception salon is appointed in natural stone and millwork, finished with signature artworks. Residents can address their wellness needs at the fitness and personal training studio accessorized with state-of-the-art TechnoGym cardio and conditioning equipment. Storage unit included in sale. Buyer pays New York City and New York State Transfer Tax. The complete offering terms are in an offering plan available from Sponsor. File No. CD21-0188.
Home Features
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Estimated Monthly Payment
$63,718 per month
30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest
Estimated Rebate for this Home
One-time rebate at closing
$149,925
Monthly savings impact
$416/mo
💡 Estimated at 1.5% of purchase price
The rebate is paid to you at closing and can help offset closing costs or other expenses.
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Price Analysis
Compare average listing prices and value metrics for 140 West 81st Street against the surrounding Upper West Side market.
Average List Price
Price Per SqFt
72.10% Lower
than the Upper West Side price-per-sq-ft average
Units in this building are listed below the neighborhood average, potentially offering better value per square foot compared to surrounding properties.
Upper West Side
Overview of Upper West Side
The Upper West Side (UWS) is the intellectual and cultural counterpoint to the East Side. Sandwiched between Central Park and Riverside Park, it is known for its brownstones, protected historic districts, and artistic legacy. For buyers seeking Upper West Side Manhattan real estate, it offers a relaxed, leafy, and quintessentially "New York" vibe.
Living in the Upper West Side feels like living in a movie. The streets are wide and lined with trees. As a beloved Manhattan NYC neighborhood, it attracts writers, actors, and families who value space, parks, and Zabar's.
Real Estate & Housing Market
The market for homes for sale in the Upper West Side is robust. It is famous for its pre-war co-ops along Central Park West and Riverside Drive, and its miles of brownstone blocks in between. Newer condos have risen in the low 60s and along Columbus Avenue.
It is a high-demand market because the housing stock is beautiful and protected. You can't build skyscrapers on the brownstone side streets, preserving the light and character.
Lifestyle & Community
The lifestyle on the UWS is casual and community-focused. Neighbors stop to chat at the Sunday landscaped market or while walking dogs in Riverside Park. It feels less formal than the East Side.
Cultural institutions like Lincoln Center and the Museum of Natural History anchor the community, infusing it with art and science.
Transportation & Accessibility
The Upper West Side is served by the 1/2/3 and B/C trains. The express 2/3 makes getting to Times Square or Wall Street incredibly fast.
The West Side Highway provides easy car access for escapes to the Catskills or Jersey.
Parks, Schools & Amenities
You are never more than two blocks from a park. Riverside Park offers sunsets over the Hudson, while Central Park offers the Great Lawn and the Reservoir.
Amenities are iconic: Zabar's, Fairway, Barney Greengrass. The food culture here is legendary. Schools are excellent, contributing to its reputation as a family haven.
Who This Neighborhood Is Best For
The Upper West Side is best for families, dog owners, and creatives who want a beautiful, green, and relaxed neighborhood with deep cultural roots.
