Milton Coste

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(917) 416-7433

SOLD FOR $385,000

Listed at $399,900 · Sold 3.7% below asking · Closed May 16, 2023

5 E 131st Street #4A
Closed For Sale Co-op

$399,900

$625 per sq ft

5 E 131st Street #4A

Harlem, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS10848074

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Listing by HomeLister

2

Bedrooms

1

Bath

640

Sq. Ft.

N/A

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Living Area 640 sq ft
Year Built N/A
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $818/mo
Neighborhood Harlem

Property Highlights

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Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 3
Baths 1 Full
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Pets Yes
Cross Street FIFTH & MADISON
Living Area 640 sq ft
Parcel # 1756-0006-00005-000-000004A

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Jun 2, 2022 $399,900 -
Price Reduced Oct 24, 2022 $410,000 +2.5%

Description

This beautiful, quiet 2-bedroom renovated apartment provides you with lots of natural light; a modern marble bathroom and kitchen; a washer; hardwood floors; a fire escape, and an exposed brick wall. Easy and fast access to public transportation: 4, 5, 6, and 2, 3 trains, LaGuardia bus M60 on 125th St, and M1 right around the corner. Citybikes are right on 5 Ave and 131 Street. Very convenient to get into and out of the City through FDR and Westside Highway and the Metro-North Railroad at 125th & Park Avenue. Close to Apollo Theater and concerts at Marcus Garvey Park. Many grocery stores are close by, including Whole Foods, and Trader Joe's (opening soon) on 125th str. and Lenox. Great restaurants like Sylvia's, Red Rooster, and many more. A shopping center is right over the Brox terminal bridge. The Coop has small private parks, a big park to barbecue, for parties, and land to grow your own vegetable.

















Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Common Area

Exterior Features

Garden

Appliances

Dryer Washer

Financial Details

Maintenance $818/mo
Sale Price $385,000
Previous Price $410,000

Harlem is a neighborhood of immense cultural significance and architectural beauty. Known for its historic 'Strivers' Row' and storied jazz heritage, the area offers some of the most impressive townhouse architecture in New York City. The real estate market is wide-ranging, featuring beautifully restored brownstones, value-driven HDFC cooperatives, and a growing number of modern luxury condominiums that offer contemporary amenities in a historic setting.

Harlem Live Market Data

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Active Listings

77

Median Asking Price

$865K

Median $/Sqft

$860

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

3

Price Reduced

29%

Sold (30 Days)

7

Median Sale Price

$950K

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Location

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5 E 131st Street #4A, Harlem, New York County • Near FIFTH & MADISON

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1909
Year Built
117 years old
6
Floors
11
Residential Units
R7-2
Zoning District
Walk-Up Apartments

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $153,900
Land Value: $45,000
Exemptions: $49,230

Note: Individual unit taxes may differ. Verify current tax bills with NYC DOF.

Lot Area: 2,498 SF
Building Area: 9,785 SF
Built FAR: 3.92
Allowed FAR: 3.44

Source: NYC PLUTO (Primary Land Use Tax Lot Output), NYC Department of City Planning (data.cityofnewyork.us)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about this property

The current listed monthly maintenance are $818 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

This property has 2 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom.

The listed interior living area is 640 square feet. Verify dimensions independently during due diligence.

This listing is a co-op (stock cooperative). Buyers purchase shares in a corporation rather than real property, and the board must approve all sales.

Pets are permitted at this property. Contact the listing broker for weight limits or breed restrictions.

At the current list price of $399,900 for 640 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $625. This figure is for reference only and may differ from appraised or assessed values.

To schedule a private showing, contact Milton Coste at (917) 416-7433 or [email protected]. Per REBNY guidelines effective 2025, a Buyer Representation Agreement is required before a buyer's broker can show you properties. You may attend open houses independently without one.

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(917) 416-7433
MLS® ID: RLS10848074
First Listed: 6/2/2022
Price Changed: 10/24/2022
Closed: 5/16/2023
Contract Date: 6/2/2022

Listing Courtesy of HomeLister - Greg Balderacchi

Listing Contact: (855) 400-8566

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