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45 West 81st Street
Last updated on Mar 26, 2026

45 West 81st Street

Historic hotel converted to 143 modern condos with studio to three-bedroom layouts featuring quartz kitchens and quality finishes. Prime Upper West Side location near Central Park, Museum of Natural History, and excellent dining and transit. Currently, 28 apartments are for rent.

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Overview of 45 West 81st Street

45 West 81st Street was constructed as Hotel Standish Hall and was later modernized as the Excelsior Hotel. Following a pandemic-induced closure, developer Emmut Properties bought the building and converted it to a condominium.

All 143 studio to three-bedroom units include oversized windows, engineered wood floors, video intercoms, kitchens with quartz countertops, and baths with porcelain countertops. Amenities include an attended lobby, a package room, private storage, a fitness studio, and a central laundry room.

45 West 81st Street is located near Central Park, the American Museum of Natural History, Columbus Avenue dining, and Zabar's. Public transportation options include the 79th Street 1 and the 81st Street B/C trains.

Doorman
Full Time
Type
Rental
Year Built
1922
Converted: 2025
Apartments
Floors
15
Pets: Allowed
Neighborhood
Developer
Emmutt Properties
Architect
Matt Markowitz & Associate

Amenities

  • Attended Lobby
  • Concierge
  • FT Doorman
  • High-Rise
  • Pre War
  • Central AC
  • Elevator
  • Business Center
  • Children's Playroom
  • Fitness Center
  • Bike Room
  • Landmarked
  • Live-In Superintendent
  • Historic District
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  1. B
  2. C
at Central Park West 0.15 miles
  1. 1
at Broadway 0.33 miles

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