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24 E 126th Street
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24 E 126th Street

East Harlem, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS10574278

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Listing by Compass

7

Bedrooms

7.5

Baths

4,123

Sq. Ft.

1909

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 7
Bathrooms 7 full, 1 half
Living Area 4,123 sq ft
Year Built 1909
Neighborhood East Harlem

Property Highlights

  • Views: City
  • Outdoor Space: Building Terrace, Terrace, Balcony
  • Style: Prewar architecture

Property Details

Type Single Family Residence
Total Rooms 12
Baths 6 Full, 1 Half
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Pets Yes
Cross Street Fifth Avenue/Madison Avenue
Year Built 1909
Living Area 4,123 sq ft
Architectural Style Prewar
Parcel # 1750-0062
Block/Lot 1750/62

Description


Grand, thoughtfully-renovated 2-family townhouse, perfectly located on one of the most beautiful tree-lined blocks in the heart of the East Harlem! A unique and exquisite 4-story luxury brownstone, 24 East 126th Street boasts a spacious, flexible layout with 7 bedrooms 6.5 baths, affording the option of turning a bedroom into an office, nursery or library depending on your needs.


Main Floor: On the main level, a generously-sized living room with high beamed ceilings welcomes you in, proceeding to a phenomenal formal dining room for seamless entertaining. The dining room sits conveniently off the eat-in chef?s kitchen, which accesses a sun-filled atrium and adjacent private 150 sq ft outdoor terrace, and overlooks the garden below through large European tilt & turn doors inviting ample light. The kitchen is smartly outfitted with stainless steel appliances that include an oven, microwave, dishwasher & wine cooler, custom cabinetry, artistic tile accent wall backdrops, and a large pantry. The functional island provides great counter and prep space. Rounding out this level is a large IT & storage closet, and beautiful powder room.


Second Floor: Two sunny bedrooms occupy the front of the second level, one of which has a full en-suite bath. At the rear is another large room. Each bedroom has ample closet space and gets amazing light from large windows. In the hall, there is a full bath, spacious laundry room with washer/dryer & sink, and a big linen closet.


Third Floor: The wonderful floor-through master suite comprises much of the third story, complemented by a spa-like windowed bath with radiant heat, a double vanity, soaking tub and steam shower. The front room boasts excellent natural light with oversized European tilt & turn windows. The master bedroom suite is outfitted for one to have 2 separate and private walk-in dressing areas with his & hers closets. At the rear is a sleek home office/library brightened by a large window.


Fourth Floor: Ascend the modern cable railing staircase (which connects all floors) to the 900 sq ft private paver roof deck, ready for lavish entertaining and outdoor pleasure!


Other highlights of this gorgeous home are white oak hardwood floors, Lutron lighting, tasteful crown & baseboard moldings, video intercom & surveillance, and cable & internet readiness.


Garden Duplex: This elegant newly built and renovated 2 bedroom 3 bath garden duplex apartment is appointed with upscale finishes and designed for entertaining. The beautiful living/dining room is graced by north-facing European tilt & turn windows that bathe the space with light all day long, and 2 large custom-outfitted closets. The adjoining open gourmet kitchen is thoughtfully equipped with all the cook could want, including all new stainless steel appliances, gray cabinetry and white & gray countertops. Awash with natural light, the 2 south-facing bedrooms are comfortable retreats with spacious closets, luxury bathrooms styled with intricate mosaic tile work, and European tilt & turn glass doors opening out to the wonderful backyard. A modern cable railing staircase descends to the lower level of the duplex, presenting an open-plan living/rec room and full bathroom.


Additional alluring features of this stunning residence are white oak hardwood floors, recessed LED lighting, elegant crown & baseboard moldings, a washer-dryer, alarm system, and cable & internet readiness.


The townhouse has 2 separate entrances and can serve as an excellent investment property, whether using the fourplex for the owner-occupant and garden duplex as a rental, or renting out both homes. The building will be delivered vacant.


24 East 126th Street is an exceptional offering ? one not to be missed - centrally located near the new Whole Foods, New York Public Library, NY Sports Club, Lenox Avenue restaurant mile, 125th Street 2/3, 4/5/6 subways and Metro-North and cross-town bus stations. Columbia University is just 15 minutes away.


Annual Taxes: $8867.77 Lot Dimensions: 20 ft. by 100 ft. Interior: 4123 SF Exterior: 2077 SF Year Built: 2017

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Common Area

Exterior Features

Balcony Building Roof Deck Building Terrace Terrace Balcony

Building Information

Stories 4
Style Prewar

East Harlem, also known as El Barrio, is a neighborhood rich in culture, art, and history. Known for its vibrant murals and the historic La Marqueta, the area features a growing number of new residential developments alongside historic buildings. The real estate market offers some of Manhattan's most accessible price points, featuring a mix of historic walk-up cooperatives, value-driven HDFC units, and a surge of new luxury condominium developments that offer modern amenities and easy access to the Upper East Side.

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Median $/Sqft

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Price Reduced

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Median Sale Price

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24 E 126th Street, East Harlem, New York County • Near Fifth Avenue/Madison Avenue

MLS® ID: RLS10574278
First Listed: 4/24/2019
Closed: 11/15/2019
Contract Date: 9/5/2019

Listing Courtesy of Compass - Afsaneh Hay Gabbay

Listing Contact: (917) 794-6544

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