SOLD FOR $1,900,000
· Closed September 13, 2023
253 W 134th Street
MLS® #RLS10887482
Listing by Compass
4
Bedrooms
4
Baths
2,481
Sq. Ft.
1910
Year Built
Quick Summary
Property Highlights
- Style: Prewar architecture
- Character: Pre-war building (1910)
Property Details
Listing History
| Event | Date | Price | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed | Dec 7, 2022 | $1,900,000 | - |
| Price Reduced | Apr 27, 2023 | $2,000,000 | +5.3% |
Description
253 West 134th Street is a south facing turn-key legal three family townhouse located in Central Harlem. This property presents an excellent investment opportunity or it can be renovated into a single-family dream home. The building's main entrance is on the parlor floor and allows entry into the owner's 2BR 2BA duplex apartment which spans the ground and parlor floors and includes a private yard as well as to the third and fourth floor one bedroom apartments. The Owner's duplex boasts a sunny living/dining room with beautiful large street-facing picture windows, high ceilings, hardwood floors and an open eat-in kitchen with stainless appliances and granite countertops/floors. Directly off the kitchen is a full bathroom and a private garden that is located in the rear of the house. For investors, the unfinished basement, when renovated could become a large flex space that can be used for a multitude of purposes, including as an activity/play room, home office, remote schooling, media room, gym, general storage area or laundry room, etc. Bring your contractors and architects. Above the Owner's duplex on the third and fourth floors, are two spacious floor-through one bedroom apartments with small kitchens and full bathrooms. Both apartments boast bright open views of the neighborhood and rear garden. Perfect for overnight guests or as income producing rental unit. 253 West 134th Street is very close to multiple subway lines, numerous local shops including the new Whole Foods Market, great restaurants and world class entertainment venues, Columbia University's newly expanded campus which includes the Forum, a multi-use state of the art auditorium and performance space as well as the bustling and ever changing 125th Street shopping corridor. Building will be delivered empty.
Features & Amenities
Exterior Features
Building Information
About West Harlem
View All West Harlem ListingsWest 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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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)
0
Median Sale Price
N/A
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253 W 134th Street, West Harlem, New York County • Near Adam Clayton Powell Boulevard/Frederick Douglass B
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this property
This property has 4 bedrooms and 4 full bathrooms.
The listed interior living area is 2,481 square feet. Verify dimensions independently during due diligence.
According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1910, making it approximately 116 years old.
Pets are permitted at this property. Contact the listing broker for weight limits or breed restrictions.
At the current list price of $1,900,000 for 2,481 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $766. 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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