SOLD FOR $2,200,000
Listed at $2,250,000 · Sold 2.2% below asking · Closed April 26, 2019
259 W 132nd Street #*
MLS® #RLS10431889
Listing by Harlem Lofts, Inc.
4
Bedrooms
7.5
Baths
3,200
Sq. Ft.
1910
Year Built
Quick Summary
Property Highlights
- Style: Prewar architecture
- Climate Control: Building Cooling, Window Units
- Character: Pre-war building (1910)
Property Details
Description
If youre looking for a quiet, tree-lined block; in the beating heart of central west Harlem then 259 West 132nd Street, exclusively listed for sale by Harlem Lofts, is your next home or investment opportunity. This beautiful 17 feet wide, legal 3-family with a certificate of occupancy boasts 4-floors, over 3200 livable square feet and a backyard to call your own. In addition, there is over 500 square feet of usable space in the finished cellar for an open rec room and/or home office.
The building's ambitious layout makes smart use of every square inch with an artists aesthetic touch felt throughout. In the cellar we have utilities, a great deal of storage and a full laundry suite with plumbing hook ups for future plans. The Garden level features a beautifully finished art inspired outdoor living space, a 2-fixture bathroom and a very large and open grand room that runs the full length of the building. The formal entrance on the parlor level features original historic doors, beautiful tile, Venetian plaster, and two (2) lovely baths and bedrooms. The second floor features two bedrooms with a lovely contemporary kitchen. The top floor is the largest of all and has a full suite with a lovely open kitchen-living room space accompanied by a beautiful master bedroom suite and bathroom.
Want to food shop at Whole Foods, youre merely 12-15 minute walk away. Red Rooster, The Corner Social, Sylvias, Lenox Saphire, Tio Luca, Keur Sokhna, Harlem Karibe, Chez Asta are all within minutes of the house. Additionally, stroll slightly West and youll enjoy St. Nicholas Park and of course the historic City College of New York. Whether you work in Upper Manhattan, midtown, downtown, the Bronx, or Queens, transportation is nearby including the M2, M3, M10, and Bx33 bus lines as well as the 2,3,A,C and D train lines.
The house will be delivered vacant and is ideal for individual ownership or investment purposes.
* Gross square footage is not inclusive of the cellar.
* All measurements to be confirmed by the buyer(s).
* All information herein is gathered from third-party sources and is deemed reliable.
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About Harlem
View All Harlem ListingsHarlem 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
View NeighborhoodActive Listings
63
Median Asking Price
$939K
Median $/Sqft
$852
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 3/25/26, 2:10 AM EST
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259 W 132nd Street #*, Harlem, New York County • Near Adam Clayton And Fred Douglass Bl
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