520 E 81st St Apt 4D
Listing Notes
Welcome to 11E, an alcove studio on the 11th floor of The Salem House. With a smart, flexible layout that lives like a one-bedroom, this sun-drenched home is move-in ready and checks every box. The thoughtfully designed alcove creates a natural separation between living and sleeping spaces, offering the privacy and functionality of a true one-bedroom without the price tag. Renovated throughout, the apartment features an updated kitchen, refreshed bathroom, and floors that give the home a fresh, modern feel. City views and abundant natural light pour in all day, making this high-floor home feel open, airy, and expansive well beyond its footprint. The Salem House delivers full-service living with a 24-hour doorman, live-in superintendent, landscaped roof deck, garage, and laundry - all with low common charges and taxes. Located on a quiet, tree-lined block steps from Carl Schurz Park, Gracie Mansion, the East River Promenade, and the Q train. Whether you're a first-time buyer, downsizer, investor, or seeking the perfect pied-a-terre, this is an opportunity to own a turnkey, renovated home in the heart of the Upper East Side. Common Charges $857.93 include water, sewer, cooking gas, and heat. Elevator Assessment $278.22 ends December 2026. Ongoing Capital Assessment $104.27 *Virtually staged photos included*
Price in context
Cheaper than 42% of the 24 homes listed nearby right now, which run $375,000 to $650,000.
See all 24 nearby listings
| Address | Asking | Size |
|---|---|---|
| 521 E 81st St Apt 3D | $375,000 | 1 bd · 1 ba |
| 55 E End Ave Apt 11N | $395,000 | 1 ba |
| 55 E End Ave Apt 11N | $395,000 | 1 ba |
| 505 E 82nd St Apt 5H | $399,000 | Studio · 1 ba |
| 508 E 78th St Apt 6K | $400,000 | 1 bd · 1 ba |
| 521 E 83rd St Apt 4R | $415,000 | 2 bd · 1 ba |
| 521 E 83rd St Apt 4R | $415,000 | 2 bd · 1 ba |
| 505 E 82nd St Apt 5H | $420,000 | Studio · 1 ba |
| 508 E 78th St Apt 2E | $450,000 | 1 bd · 1 ba |
| 516 E 78th St Apt 4E | $465,000 | 1 bd · 1 ba |
| 516 E 78th St Apt 4E | $465,000 | 1 bd · 1 ba |
| 508 E 78th St Apt 4G | $475,000 | 1 bd · 1 ba |
| 531 E 83rd St Apt 3A | $499,000 | 2 bd · 1 ba |
| 10 E End Ave Apt 1A | $515,000 | 1 bd · 1 ba |
| 33 E End Ave Unit 10E | $525,000 | 1 ba |
| 33 E End Ave Unit 10E | $525,000 | 1 ba |
| 516 E 78th St Apt 4C | $525,000 | 2 bd · 1 ba |
| 520 E 81st St Apt 3G | $535,000 | Studio · 1 ba |
| 520 E 81st St Apt 11E | $580,000 | Studio · 1 ba |
| 505 E 82nd St Apt 6G | $649,000 | 1 bd · 1 ba |
| 33 E End Ave Unit 2B | $649,000 | 1 bd · 1 ba |
| 55 E End Ave Apt 9E | $649,000 | 1 bd · 1 ba |
| 55 E End Ave Apt 9E | $649,000 | 1 bd · 1 ba |
| 55 E End Ave Apt 9J | $650,000 | 1 bd · 1 ba |
Where it is
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