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161 East 91st Street
Last updated on Jun 4, 2026

161 East 91st Street

This 6-story cooperative apartment building has 47 units and features red-brick construction, an entrance marquee, and fire escapes. Located near the 92nd Street Y and other cultural institutions, it offers convenient access to public transportation and local shopping.

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Overview of 161 East 91st Street

161 East 91st Street is a charming boutique co-op building located in the heart of Carnegie Hill, built in 1941. This six-story, red-brick structure features 47 units and is characterized by its Art Deco architectural style, complete with a welcoming lobby and recently updated hallways. The building does not offer amenities such as terraces, balconies, or a health club, but it does provide essential services including a live-in resident manager, a video intercom system, and a laundry room.

Residents enjoy spacious apartments with classic pre-war details, including high ceilings and hardwood floors. Many units feature sunken living rooms, generous closet space, and well-appointed kitchens with modern appliances. The layout of the apartments often includes distinct dining and living areas, making them ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. Notably, the building is pet-friendly, allowing for a welcoming environment for animal lovers.

Situated between Lexington and Third Avenues, the location offers easy access to local shopping, dining, and cultural institutions such as the 92nd Street Y and the Guggenheim Museum. The area is well-served by public transportation, with an express subway station a few blocks away and excellent cross-town bus service. This prime Upper East Side location is also in close proximity to Central Park, enhancing the appeal of the neighborhood.

While the building has seen various renovations over the years, it maintains its original charm and character, making it a desirable choice for those looking for a peaceful residence in a vibrant community.

Doorman
None
Type
Co-op
Year Built
1941
Converted: 1989
Apartments
Floors
6
Pets: Allowed
Neighborhood
Min Down
20%

Amenities

  • Resident Storage
  • Washer/Dryer in building
  • Elevator
  • Bike Room
  • Live-In Superintendent
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  1. 6
at Lexington Ave 0.23 miles
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  2. 5
at Lexington Ave 0.27 miles

Pros & Cons

  • Entrance marquee
  • Close to many fine schools
  • Close to the 92nd Street "Y"
  • Consistent fenestration
  • Close to Subway
  • Fire escapes
  • One-step-up entrance
  • No garage
  • No balconies
  • No health club
  • No doorman

CityRealty Rating

16
/44
Architecture
+
17
/36
Location
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7
/39
Features
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CITYREALTY
RATING
  • How is the CityRealty Rating calculated?

    Architecture
    • 30+ remarkable
    • 20-29 distinguished
    • 11-19 average
    • < 11 below average
    Location
    • 27+ remarkable
    • 18-26 distinguished
    • 9-17 average
    • < 9 below average
    Features
    • 22+ remarkable
    • 16-21 distinguished
    • 9-15 average
    • < 9 below average

Sales History

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Why are we displaying the estimated price per room?

For some co-ops, instead of price per square foot, we use an estimate of the number of rooms for each sold apartment to chart price changes over time. This is because many co-op listings do not include square footage information, and this makes it challenging to calculate accurate square-foot averages.

By displaying the price per estimated room count, we are able to provide a more reliable and consistent metric for comparing sales in the building. While we hope that this gives you a clearer sense of price trends in the building, all data should be independently verified. All data provided are only estimates and should not be used to make any purchase or sale decision.

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Alternate Addresses

  • 159-167 East 91 Street
  • 161-165 East 91 Street
  • 161-167 East 91 Street
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