south harlem

Similar thing going on in South Harlem ... but it's gang wars instead of bidding wars.

Does your safety and well-being mean nothing to you?

Better to buy in Manhattan instead of Harlem.

@alanhart - please keep these strong statements to yourself. Harlem is part of Manhattan!

Prices in South and Central Harlem already seem pretty high. Perhaps further north may be a better investment as gentrification slowly marches northwards.

Msky: we have been looking in that area as well, I think most places are selling at ask (or more). I feel you should pick a place you love if you are going to be staying there. Gentrification is happening so regardless I think the property will do well in 5-10 years.

South/ Central Harlem is almost as active as lower portions of Manhattan. It's tough to find any real bargains at this point. Since you found a place you like- bid what you feel you can live with no matter what the outcome is.