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27 Outdoor Space Apartments in Central Harlem

Private terraces, balconies, and rooftop access in Central Harlem, Manhattan

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218 W 139TH Street For Sale
Lo Zita Alvarez at Douglas Elliman Real Estate
$3,100,000

5 bd · 4 ba · 4,852 sqft · Multi Family

218 W 139TH Street, New York City

MLS: RLS20015750 RLS at REBNY
205 Edgecombe Avenue For Sale
Patricia A Goodwin at Compass
$2,299,000

8 bd · 5 ba · 3,587 sqft · Multi Family

205 Edgecombe Avenue, New York City

MLS: RLS20057185 RLS at REBNY
68 Bradhurst Avenue #PHL For Sale
Daniel Chun at Compass
$1,350,000

3 bd · 2 ba · 1,327 sqft · Condo

68 Bradhurst Avenue #PHL, New York City

MLS: RLS20068587 RLS at REBNY
5 W 127th Street #3B For Sale
Alex Pearl at Compass
$950,000

2 bd · 2 ba · 1,027 sqft · Condo

5 W 127th Street #3B, New York City

MLS: RLS20072505 RLS at REBNY
304 W 137th Street For Sale
Lindsay Nelms at Compass
$3,499,500

5 bd · 5 ba · 4,250 sqft · Multi Family

304 W 137th Street, New York City

MLS: RLS20049228 RLS at REBNY
11 W 126TH Street #FLOOR4 For Sale
Amala Redd Muhammed at Douglas Elliman Real Estate
$1,240,000

3 bd · 2 ba · 1,402 sqft · Condo

11 W 126TH Street #FLOOR4, New York City

MLS: RLS20061373 RLS at REBNY
11 W 126TH Street #PENTHOUSE For Sale
Amala Redd Muhammed at Douglas Elliman Real Estate
$1,695,000

3 bd · 2 ba · 1,437 sqft · Condo

11 W 126TH Street #PENTHOUSE, New York City

MLS: RLS20061372 RLS at REBNY
51 E 131st Street #6A For Sale
Milena Baram at Compass
$525,000

1 bd · 1 ba · 600 sqft · Condo

51 E 131st Street #6A, New York City

MLS: RLS20072004 RLS at REBNY
145 W 129th Street #5 For Sale
Lindsay Nelms at Compass
$735,000

1 bd · 1 ba · 790 sqft · Condo

145 W 129th Street #5, New York City

MLS: RLS20060143 RLS at REBNY
145 W 129th Street #4 For Sale
Lindsay Nelms at Compass
$699,000

1 bd · 1 ba · 790 sqft · Condo

145 W 129th Street #4, New York City

MLS: RLS20060142 RLS at REBNY
555 LENOX Avenue #1A For Sale
Henry M Orenstein at Corcoran Group
$499,999

2 bd · 3 ba · 1,547 sqft · Condo

555 LENOX Avenue #1A, New York City

MLS: RLS20030530 RLS at REBNY
2101 5TH Avenue #4S For Sale 3D
Natalia Gavrilov at Serhant
$798,000

1 bd · 1 ba · 737 sqft · Condo

2101 5TH Avenue #4S, New York City

MLS: RLS20065823 RLS at REBNY

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Apartments With Outdoor Space for Sale in NYC

Private outdoor space is among the most sought-after features in the NYC apartment market. A true private terrace over 200 square feet can command a 20-35% premium over equivalent interior square footage. In my experience working with buyers across Brooklyn Heights, Astoria, and Upper Manhattan, understanding the maintenance responsibilities, legal status, and structural condition of any outdoor space is essential before making an offer.

FAQ: Who maintains a private terrace in a NYC co-op or condo?

This varies by building. In most NYC co-ops, the terrace is a limited common element: the shareholder has exclusive use but the building retains structural responsibility. If the waterproofing membrane fails, repair costs may be shared. Have your attorney review the outdoor space provisions. See our co-op buying guide for details.

FAQ: Is outdoor space included in the listed square footage?

No. In NYC, outdoor terrace and balcony square footage is not included in the interior square footage. A listing showing "850 sq ft with 200 sq ft terrace" means 850 square feet of interior space. Ask for a floor plan showing both interior and exterior dimensions.

FAQ: Can I enclose or modify my NYC apartment terrace?

Generally not without board approval and NYC DOB permits. Most buildings prohibit permanent structures on terraces. Enclosing a terrace requires both building and DOB approval. Request the building's alteration rules before purchasing with renovation plans. Our property search includes current outdoor space listings.

Buying Tip from Milton Coste

Check the terrace's orientation and what faces it. A north-facing terrace flanked by tall towers may receive almost no sunlight. A south-facing terrace with unobstructed views can be one of the most valuable assets in NYC. Also ask about the waterproofing membrane's age: resurfacing can cost $30,000-$80,000+ and may be assessed to you.

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