Closed For Sale • Multi Family

$1,428,000

$446 per sq ft

491 Manhattan Avenue

Harlem, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS10961767

Listing by Compass

4

Bedrooms

6

Baths

3,200

Sq. Ft.

1900

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 4

Bathrooms 6

Living Area 3,200 sq ft

Year Built 1900

Ownership None

Property Taxes $5,676/yr

Neighborhood Harlem

Floor 1 of 3

Property Highlights

• Exposure: East,West facing
• Fireplace: 1 fireplace
• Style: WalkUp architecture

Property Details

Type Multi Family

Ownership None

Total Rooms 9

Baths 6 Full

Floor 1 of 3

Exposure East,West

Heating Central

Cooling Wall Units

Pets Yes

Year Built 1900

Living Area 3,200 sq ft

Architectural Style WalkUp

Structure Type Townhouse

Flooring Hardwood

Furnished Unfurnished

Basement Full

Parcel # 1947-0017

Block/Lot 01947/17

Description

491 Manhattan Avenue is a 3 story apartment building located on a tree-lined street in South Harlem. This fully occupied six family consists of four large studios and two one bedrooms all with exposed brick. Apt 1 is a large one bedroom on the parlor level with extra high ceilings, exposed brick, a loft area for storage and has beautiful detailed woodwork throughout. The Garden apartment is a one bedroom with its own separate entrance and electric meter along with a private backyard. Floors 2 and 3 are made up of 2 studios on each floor. One facing the front of the building and the other facing the rear. In addition there is a full basement with great storage where laundry can be added. Just steps away from Morningside Park, great restaurants, and only 5 blocks from the 125th Street Subway Station (A, C, B, D trains).

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Crown Molding High Ceilings See Remarks Flooring: Hardwood Fireplace (1)

Building Information

Total Units 10

Stories 3

Structure Townhouse

Style WalkUp

Financial Details

RE Taxes $5,676/yr ($473/mo)

Original Price $1,650,000

Sale Price $1,428,000

Previous Price $1,475,000

About Harlem

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Harlem is a neighborhood of immense cultural significance and architectural beauty. Known for its historic 'Strivers' Row' and vibrant 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

62

Median Asking Price

$874K

Median $/Sqft

$846

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

5

Price Reduced

24%

Sold (30 Days)

0

Median Sale Price

$1.25M

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 3/23/26, 6:36 AM EST

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491 Manhattan Avenue, Harlem, New York County

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MLS® ID: RLS10961767

First Listed: 4/1/2024

On Market: 4/2/2024

Price Changed: 5/31/2025

Closed: 5/20/2025

Contract Date: 4/1/2024

Listing Courtesy of Compass - Kevin H Geloso

Listing Contact: (646) 387-6606

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