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261 W 138th Street
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261 W 138th Street

Harlem, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS10699957

RLS at REBNY

Listing by The Corcoran Group

5

Bedrooms

5

Baths

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1889

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 5
Bathrooms 5
Year Built 1889
Parking Garage
Neighborhood Harlem

Property Highlights

  • Style: Prewar architecture
  • Parking: Private garage
  • Character: Pre-war building (1889)

Property Details

Type Single Family Residence
Total Rooms 15
Baths 5 Full
Pets Yes
Cross Street Adam Clayton Powell Boulevard & Frederick Douglass
Year Built 1889
Parking Garage Available
Architectural Style Prewar
Parcel # 2024-0006

Description

IN CONTRACT - A real beauty on historic Strivers' Row. This row in Central Harlem, "collectively recognized as gems of New York architecture" (Wikipedia), is also known for its alley and private garage parking. Built in 1891, historic charm prevails in this fully renovated single-family home. Fireplaces and original woodwork throughout, five bedrooms, a home office, four bathrooms, and two powder rooms. Your outdoor connection includes a fabulous deck, a balcony, and a garden that leads to your very own garage. Working or schooling from home...this townhouse has everything! OPEN HOUSE BY APPOINTMENT ONLY.

Building Information

Total Units 1
Stories 3
Style Prewar

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

63

Median Asking Price

$899K

Median $/Sqft

$852

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

4

Price Reduced

24%

Sold (30 Days)

0

Median Sale Price

$1.25M

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261 W 138th Street, Harlem, New York County • Near Adam Clayton Powell Boulevard & Frederick Douglass

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Floor Plan
MLS® ID: RLS10699957
First Listed: 2/15/2021
Price Changed: 9/15/2021
Closed: 9/14/2021
Contract Date: 2/18/2021

Listing Courtesy of The Corcoran Group - Tamara Marotta

Listing Contact: (646) 226-4193

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