SOLD FOR $2,300,000
· Closed December 28, 2017
59 E 117th Street
MLS® #RLS10057754
Listing by Compass
7
Bedrooms
4
Baths
3,864
Sq. Ft.
2002
Year Built
Quick Summary
Property Highlights
- Outdoor Space: Building Patio, Patio
Property Details
Listing History
| Event | Date | Price | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed | Sep 28, 2017 | $2,300,000 | - |
| Price Reduced | Oct 15, 2019 | $2,450,000 | +6.5% |
Description
Fabulous opportunity to purchase a spacious 20?-wide, beautifully-designed 3-family townhouse with a finished basement AND a large grassy fenced yard in vibrant East Harlem! This one will not last and has so much to offer, with a great location near many attractions and conveniences, and LOW property taxes of $5,658 per year. You can?t beat the investment value either, with an owner?s triplex and 2 large rental apartments!
The expansive 3 bedroom 2.5 bath owner?s triplex is a dream home with plenty of room for living and entertaining. On the first floor is the sunny front-facing living room with hardwood floors, a powder room, multiple closets, plus a dining room and open kitchen that leads out to the lovely garden where you can barbecue with friends and enjoy the great outdoors! The 3 bedrooms on the 2nd floor include a roomy master with plentiful closet space and an en-suite bath. Bedrooms 2 & 3 also have generous closet space, including a walk-in. The finished basement is an amazing hideaway with a recreation/game room/office, a home gym, washer/dryer, mechanicals room and abundant storage. Some portion of the home must be owner-occupied for the next 12 years ? but who would want to leave! You can live in the triplex and rent the upper two apartments or reverse it and live in one of the two bedroom apartments and rent the other units for a higher return.
There is a separate entrance to levels 3 and 4 which are each 2 bedroom apartments with a living/dining room, open kitchen with breakfast bar, a full bath, walk-in and other closets. Both are free-market rental apartments and have excellent income potential.
Situated on East 117th Street between Park and Madison Avenues, 59 East 117th Street enjoys a prime address in East Harlem which has experienced tremendous development in recent years. Minutes from your door are diverse shops and restaurants, Whole Foods Market, Target, Marcus Garvey Park, The Jazz Museum in Harlem, Museum of the City of New York, El Museo del Barrio, Metro North and the subway!
Features & Amenities
Exterior Features
Building Information
About East Harlem
View All East Harlem ListingsEast Harlem, also known as El Barrio, is a neighborhood rich in culture, art, and history. Known for its colorful 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.
East Harlem Live Market Data
View NeighborhoodActive Listings
69
Median Asking Price
$745K
Median $/Sqft
$825
Avg Days on Market
N/A
New This Week
3
Price Reduced
30%
Sold (30 Days)
1
Median Sale Price
$2.56M
Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 5/18/26, 10:07 AM EST
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this property
This property has 7 bedrooms and 4 full bathrooms.
The listed interior living area is 3,864 square feet. Verify dimensions independently during due diligence.
According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 2002, making it approximately 24 years old.
Pets are permitted at this property. Contact the listing broker for weight limits or breed restrictions.
At the current list price of $2,300,000 for 3,864 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $595. 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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