If you’re looking to buy in Harlem, have we got a deal for you. Located in the heart of Central Harlem, 57 W. 127th St. #6 is a perfectly updated unit in a classic brownstone. Our Deal of the Week has all the holy grails of NYC living: in-unit laundry, a dishwasher, and private outdoor space in the form of two huge patios. Here’s everything to know about this Harlem find!
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The Price: $597,000
The median asking price for a home in Central Harlem was $915,000 this April, according to the StreetEasy Data Dashboard. That means our Deal of the Week is priced more than $300,000 below the median asking price for the neighborhood.
Buyers who choose to put down the 20% minimum down payment of $119,400 can expect to see monthly payments of $4,406. This includes a mortgage payment of $3,213, common charges of $843, and monthly taxes of $350.
Why You’ll Love It…
This penthouse unit sits atop a classic Harlem brownstone and is flanked by two — yes, two! — private terraces: one off the living room and one off the bedroom. Both are large enough for furniture, so you can create the ultimate indoor-outdoor living setup. Plus, the glass sliding doors onto the terraces offer great light into each room.
The interior of the unit is just as impressive, featuring mini-splits for every room so you can control the temperature. Decked out in insulated natural bamboo flooring and triple-insulated windows, the apartment is sure to stay cool in the summer and warm in the winter.
There are also massive upgrades in the kitchen, like the Caesarstone countertops and stainless steel appliances, which include a Viking refrigerator, mounted microwave, electric cooktop, and dishwasher. Ample cabinetry provides lots of storage space. And to top it all off, there’s a stacked washer/dryer tucked away in a closet, so you don’t have to worry about hauling your laundry out of the unit.
Located in a pet-friendly building on a quiet, tree-lined street, the unit also comes with a private storage room. There’s a plethora of restaurants on nearby Malcolm X Boulevard, including Sylvia’s, Red Rooster, Jacob Soul Food, and Harlem Shake. You’ll find a Whole Foods a couple of blocks away, in addition to cultural mainstays like the Apollo Theater, the Schomburg Center, and the National Jazz Museum. Transit throughout the city is also easy with the 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, A, B, C, and D trains nearby.
…And Why You Might Not
Unfortunately, the apartment is on the fifth floor of a walk-up building. The living area is also a bit on the narrower side. But if you’re looking to get your steps in and don’t mind being a little creative about furniture placement, don’t pass up this deal!
Check out the listing at 57 W. 127th St. #6, listed by Jason Christie of Compass.
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