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4-bedroom apartment for rent in Upper East Side-Carnegie Hill

125 E 81st St, Upper East Side-Carnegie Hill, Manhattan, New York, NY, 10028

$38,000/mo
Rent per month · in USD
Bedrooms
4: 4+ bedroom homes for rent in ZIP 10028
Bathrooms
4: Homes with 4+ bathrooms for rent in ZIP 10028
Size
—
Type
Apartment: Apartments for rent in ZIP 10028
Available
Now
Year built
1899: Building details

About this home

Apartment for rent in Upper East Side-Carnegie Hill, Manhattan: 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. Rent $38,000/mo. Built in 1899.

From the original listing · Realtor.comShow

Disclaimer: Photos are virtually staged. Tenant occupied unit showing by appointment only. Located in a prime Upper East Side location, this newly upgraded and expansive 4-bedroom, 4-bath townhouse with a private garden offers an exceptional blend of space, style, and sophistication-while thoughtfully preserving its original charm and detail. The entire top floor is devoted to a serene primary suite, complete with a spacious den/dressing area-perfect for creating your own private retreat. Each additional bedroom is generously proportioned, with two featuring en suite bathrooms, offering both comfort and privacy. At the heart of the home is a chef-inspired kitchen, designed with abundant counter space, sleek stainless steel appliances, and a separate laundry room for added convenience. Just off the kitchen, a sunlit living space with a decorative fireplace invites effortless entertaining and relaxation. The basement level provides ample storage to meet every practical need. Outside your door, enjoy the very best of the Upper East Side lifestyle. Central Park, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, Butterfield Market, and a wide array of shops and dining options are all just moments away. Convenient access to transportation makes commuting seamless. Don't miss this rare opportunity to own a truly exceptional townhouse in one of Manhattan's most coveted neighborhoods. Upfront Fees: -First Month's rent -Security deposit: Equal to one month's rent -one time pet fee: $250 -Gas, electricity, and internet

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Roofy listing score

Grade C, 58/100 · Fairly complete

How complete and honest this listing is, from what the source sites show and Roofy’s own checks. It isn’t a rating of the home or the agent. How the score works

  • Photos21/25
    • Some points: Only 6 photos (8 or more for full points)11/15
    • Full points: Large, clear photos (about 1,000 px)10/10
  • Details12/20
    • Full points: Price stated3/3
    • Full points: Bedrooms stated2/2
    • Full points: Bathrooms stated2/2
    • No points: No size0/2
    • No points: No move-in date0/2
    • No points: No lease length0/1
    • Full points: Pet policy stated1/1
    • Full points: Laundry mentioned1/1
    • No points: Heat and utilities not mentioned0/1
    • No points: No amenities listed0/2
    • Full points: Description of 235 words3/3
  • True cost7/15
    • No points: Broker fee not stated0/8
    • Full points: Price in line with similar homes in its neighborhood7/7
  • Accuracy12/15
    • Nothing to compare: Listed on one site, nothing to compare3/6
    • Full points: Agrees with city records (built 1899, 1 home)5/5
    • Full points: Confirmed on its source site 3 days ago4/4
  • Legal6/10
    • Full points: No fair-housing problems found in the wording6/6
    • Problem: The agent’s license is not active0/4
  • Trust0/15
    • No points: Not claimed on Roofy by the agent or owner0/10
    • No points: The agent is not verified on Roofy0/5

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Scored Nov 2, 2026 · Score version 1. No one can pay to change a score.

Fees and terms

Estimated cash to move in$76,020

First month $38,000, a one-month deposit $38,000 (the most New York allows) and a $20 screening fee. Under the FARE Act the listing broker’s fee is not yours to pay.

Work out your move-in costWho pays the broker fee? (FARE Act)

Compared with the area

Asks $38,000/mo, 27% above the median asking rent for rentals with 4+ bedrooms in Upper East Side-Carnegie Hill.

Median here
$29,998/mo
16 listings, last 90 days

Asking prices of listings on Roofy and listing sites in the last 90 days, not signed leases or sale prices. One currency, never converted.

More about Upper East Side-Carnegie Hill

Location

Location as the listing shows it.Open in Google Maps

Nearby transit

  • 77 St66 min walk
  • 86 St4 5 66 min walk
  • 86 StN Q9 min walk

Nearby public schools · District 2

Distance only, not school zones. Check the zoned school with NYC Public Schools.

The building

1 unit · 3 floors · built 1899

Building record (NYC)

NYC records as of Nov 1 (weekly)

125 East 81 Street · BBL 1-01510-0013 · built 1899 · 1 units

Roofy building score 96/100 · Well keptAbout the building, from HPD violations. Not an inspection.
Building type
One-family home
Open HPD violations
None
Heat complaints
0 this season
Complaints, last 12 months
0
Rent stabilization
None in 2018–2024 tax bills
Last sale (12-month file)
No sales in our 12-month file

No open immediately hazardous (Class C) violations.

See the full building record

Public NYC records about the building, not about the person listing it. Buyers and renters can see them on city websites too. Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOF).

Added to Roofy Oct 29, 2026Last checked on Realtor.com Oct 29, 2026Roofy doesn’t verify listings. Never send money before seeing a home.

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