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SOLD FOR $4,625,000

· Closed November 3, 2016

308 E 52ND Street

$4,625,000

308 E 52ND Street

Harlem, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS10100846

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Listing by Sothebys International Realty

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Quick Summary

Bedrooms Studio
Bathrooms 0
Year Built N/A
Neighborhood Harlem

Property Highlights

  • Location: Harlem, Manhattan
  • Property Type: Single Family Residence

Property Details

Type Single Family Residence
Baths null Full
Parcel # 1344-0047
Block/Lot null/null

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed May 24, 2016 $4,900,000 -
Currently May 15, 2026 $4,625,000 -5.6%

Description

Situated on an attractive brownstone block, convenient to all of the services provided by mid-town Manhattan, this 19' wide property is built 52' deep on a 100+'lot and contains a deep, sunny south garden. This four story building is currently configured as a multiple dwelling with one apartment on each floor. There is a full height basement which houses mechanicals and used for storage. Plans have been approved to install an elevator, extend the building and add two additional floors. This plan would increase the number of units to nine. The property is presently unoccupied and will be delivered vacant at closing. RESIDENCE AND LAYOUT: BASEMENT: Clean, dry, suitable for development. GARDEN FLOOR: One bedroom apartment with access to garden. PARLOR FLOOR: One bedroom floor through apartment. THIRD FLOOR: One bedroom floor through apartment. FOURTH FLOOR: One bedroom floor through apartment. ROOF: Suitable for development; open sunny city views. The property would also work well for a single family user, Diplomatic Mission or Consulate, wishing to customize the house and occupy the entire building or a buyer who needs a ground floor professional space with living and/or rental income above. This eminently desirable location provides the ultimate in convenience to shopping, restaurants and transportation.

Building Information

Harlem is a neighborhood of immense cultural significance and architectural beauty. Known for its historic 'Strivers' Row' and storied 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

77

Median Asking Price

$900K

Median $/Sqft

$878

Avg Days on Market

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New This Week

5

Price Reduced

27%

Sold (30 Days)

0

Median Sale Price

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308 E 52ND Street, Harlem, New York County

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

2005
Year Built
21 years old
42
Floors
215
Residential Units
R8
Zoning District
Condominiums

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $42,088,294
Land Value: $530,571
Exemptions: $35,340

Note: Individual unit taxes may differ. Verify current tax bills with NYC DOF.

Lot Area: 10,042 SF
Building Area: 216,153 SF
Built FAR: 21.52
Allowed FAR: 6.02

Source: NYC PLUTO (Primary Land Use Tax Lot Output), NYC Department of City Planning (data.cityofnewyork.us)

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(917) 416-7433
MLS® ID: RLS10100846
First Listed: 5/24/2016
Price Changed: 11/3/2016
Closed: 11/3/2016
Contract Date: 5/24/2016

Listing Courtesy of Sothebys International Realty - Olivia Hoge

Listing Contact: (212) 606-7738

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