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SOLD FOR $350,000

Listed at $325,000 · Sold 7.7% above asking · Closed January 17, 2018

1 W 126th Street #2-F
Closed For Sale Co-op

$325,000

1 W 126th Street #2-F

West Harlem, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS10103427

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Engel & Volkers

2

Bedrooms

1

Bath

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1940

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Year Built 1940
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $582.53/mo
Neighborhood West Harlem
Floor 2 of 6

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: East,South facing
  • Style: Prewar architecture
  • Climate Control: Window Units

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 5
Baths 1 Full
Floor 2 of 6
Exposure East,South
Cooling Window Units
Pets CatsOk
Cross Street Fifth Avenue/Lenox Avenue
Year Built 1940
Architectural Style Prewar
Block/Lot 1724/33

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Aug 12, 2017 $325,000 -
Currently May 14, 2026 $325,000 -

Description

***ACCEPTED OFFER ~ CONTRACT OUT***
This generously sized 2 bedroom / 1 bath corner apartment is ready for your personal touch. The home south and east facing and features original details, parquet hardwood floors and plentiful closets.

1 West 126th Street is a landmark, art deco, pre-war building in Harlem in the desirable neighborhood of Mt. Morris Park. The building has a rich history, and is the former home of legends such as: Eartha Kitt, Billy Eckstine and Della Reese.

The building has an elevator, live-in super and laundry room on-site. 1 West 126th Street is an HDFC income restricted co-op. The annual household income restrictions are determined by 165% of the area median income and are as follows:

1 Person: $104,775 Max
2 Persons: $119,625 Max
3 Persons: $134,640 Max
4 Persons: $149,490 Max

It is possible to obtain 90% mortgage financing in the building.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Common Area

Building Information

Financial Details

Maintenance $582.53/mo
Sale Price $350,000

West Harlem is a dynamic neighborhood that stretches from the Hudson River to St. Nicholas Park. Home to the expanding Columbia University Manhattanville campus and the scenic Riverbank State Park, the area offers a blend of academic energy and waterfront recreation. The real estate market features a mix of historic row houses, value-driven HDFC cooperatives, and a growing number of modern boutique condominiums that offer contemporary living in a historic setting.

West Harlem Live Market Data

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Active Listings

11

Median Asking Price

$630K

Median $/Sqft

$1,076

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

1

Price Reduced

18%

Sold (30 Days)

2

Median Sale Price

$2.35M

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 5/14/26, 7:40 PM EST

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Location

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1 W 126th Street #2-F, West Harlem, New York County • Near Fifth Avenue/Lenox Avenue

Floor Plans

Floor Plan 1

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1940
Year Built
86 years old
6
Floors
48
Residential Units
R7-2
Zoning District
Elevator Apartments

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $1,663,650
Land Value: $109,350
Exemptions: $1,017,891

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

Lot Area: 8,241 SF
Building Area: 39,888 SF
Built FAR: 4.84
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 $582.53 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

This property has 2 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1940, making it approximately 86 years old.

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.

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: RLS10103427
First Listed: 8/12/2017
Closed: 1/17/2018
Contract Date: 8/11/2017

Listing Courtesy of Engel & Volkers - Mable Ivory

Listing Contact: (917) 648-1192

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