42 WEST 120 STREET

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Manhattan · Central Harlem · New York, NY 10027

Built 1902 7 Floors 28 Units Condominiums

99/100

Compliance Score

No open violations on record. Building is in full compliance.

What This Means for Buyers

42 WEST 120 STREET is a boutique pre-war condominiums building with walk-up in Central Harlem. Central Harlem is the cultural and historic soul of Upper Manhattan. Known for its grand boulevards like Adam Clayton Powell Jr. Blvd and its rich jazz heritage, the neighborhood offers an active urba... Zoned R7-2, this building sits in a medium-density residential allowing mid-rise apartments, typical of established manhattan neighborhoods like the lower east side. The building has a clean compliance record with no open violations.

Central Harlem

Central Harlem is the cultural and historic soul of Upper Manhattan. Known for its grand boulevards like Adam Clayton Powell Jr. Blvd and its rich jazz heritage, the neighborhood offers an active urban lifestyle.

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Public Records & Ownership Lookup

Search this building's deed history, mortgages, and LLC ownership through official NYC government databases. Free public data.

ACRIS Records

Every recorded deed, mortgage, and lien since 1966.

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Tax bill, ownership, building class, zoning.

BBL: 1017187501.00000000

LLC Lookup

Find the managing member of an LLC owner from ACRIS.

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DOB BIS Record

Department of Buildings permits, violations, and certificates of occupancy.

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Permanent Property Identifier

BBL: 1-01718-7501

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Recently Rented in This Building

Rented

$1,700/mo

0 bed · 1 bath

Listing by Halstead dba Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC

Rented

$2,950/mo

2 bed · 2 bath

Listing by BOND New York

Rented

$3,300/mo

2 bed · 2 bath

Listing by Compass

Rented

$3,800/mo

2 bed · 2 bath

Listing by Compass

Rented

$2,500/mo

1 bed · 1 bath

Listing by The Corcoran Group

Rented

$1,950/mo

0 bed · 1 bath

Listing by Compass

Rented

$2,250/mo

0 bed · 1 bath

Listing by City Sphere

Rented

$2,200/mo

1 bed · 1 bath

Listing by Halstead dba Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC

Rented

$3,600/mo

2 bed · 2 bath

Listing by BOND New York

Rented

$4,295/mo

2 bed · 2 bath

Listing by Corcoran Group

Rented

$1,950/mo

1 bed · 1 bath

Listing by City Connections Realty

Rented

$3,295/mo

2 bed · 2 bath

Listing by Link NY Realty

Rented

$2,550/mo

1 bed · 1 bath

Listing by Camelot Brokerage Services Corp

Rented

$2,150/mo

0 bed · 1 bath

Listing by New York Living Solutions

Rented

$1,695/mo

0 bed · 1 bath

Listing by New York Living Solutions

Rented

$2,250/mo

0 bed · 1 bath

Listing by Keller Williams NYC

Rented

$2,900/mo

1 bed · 1 bath

Listing by Bohemia Realty Group

Rented

$1,950/mo

0 bed · 1 bath

Listing by Halstead dba Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC

Rented

$1,800/mo

0 bed · 0 bath

Listing by Halstead dba Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC

Rented

$2,500/mo

1 bed · 1 bath

Listing by The Corcoran Group

Rented

$2,600/mo

1 bed · 1 bath

Listing by Camelot Brokerage Services Corp

Rented

$1,850/mo

0 bed · 1 bath

Listing by Halstead dba Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC

Rented

$2,600/mo

1 bed · 1 bath

Listing by Camelot Brokerage Services Corp

Closed rental data from REBNY Listing Service (RLS). All information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

Sales History

Date ▼	Unit	Beds	Price	Sq Ft
Feb 27, 2019	Unit 3D	2BR	$907,500	894
Nov 22, 2017	Unit 6B	1BR	$645,000	573
May 6, 2019	Unit 5A	2BR	$820,000	856
Sep 19, 2013	Unit 4-A	2BR	$490,000	874
Jun 24, 2014	Unit 3-D	2BR	$669,000	893
Sep 26, 2013	Unit 5-A	2BR	$490,000	858
Feb 25, 2019	Unit 4B	1BR	$650,000	669
Apr 23, 2024	Unit 2D	2BR	$685,000	889
Aug 29, 2013	Unit 1-A	2BR	$485,000	868
Sep 1, 2023	Unit 4-C	Studio	$480,000	483
May 3, 2024	Unit 4D	2BR	$625,000	891
May 14, 2026	Unit 3C	1BR	$549,000	603
Apr 17, 2017	Unit 2-D	2BR	N/A	889
Jun 22, 2020	Unit 5D	2BR	$765,000	892
Jun 5, 2014	Unit 1-C	Studio	$370,000	494
Sep 23, 2013	Unit 2-A	2BR	$550,000	882
Oct 28, 2013	Unit 3-A	2BR	$485,000	857
Nov 4, 2013	Unit 4-D	2BR	$505,000	891
Dec 24, 2014	Unit 2-D	2BR	$664,000	889
Sep 9, 2013	Unit PH-A	2BR	$550,000	857
Oct 11, 2013	Unit 1-B	Studio	$265,000	460
Aug 14, 2013	Unit 5-C	1BR	$315,000	602
Aug 15, 2013	Unit PH-B	1BR	$320,000	573
Oct 11, 2013	Unit 6-D	2BR	$510,000	892
Sep 27, 2013	Unit 6-A	2BR	$488,000	857
Sep 26, 2013	Unit 3-B	1BR	$325,000	573
Sep 26, 2013	Unit 6-C	1BR	$355,000	602
Sep 4, 2013	Unit 2-C	Studio	$295,000	476
Nov 18, 2013	Unit 7-D	2BR	$520,000	892
Sep 19, 2013	Unit 6-B	1BR	$335,000	573
Oct 3, 2013	Unit 5-B	1BR	$330,000	573
Apr 24, 2015	Unit 1-C	Studio	$370,000	494
Apr 24, 2015	Unit 2-D	2BR	$664,000	889
Apr 24, 2015	Unit 3-D	2BR	$669,000	893

Closed sale data from REBNY Listing Service. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

Rental History

Unit	Lease Date ▼	Rent	Beds	Baths	Sq Ft
Unit 1C	Apr 21, 2021	$1,700/mo	0	1	-
Unit 1A	Sep 28, 2020	$2,950/mo	2	2	875
Unit 6-A	Apr 18, 2023	$3,300/mo	2	2	-
Unit 6-A	Jun 4, 2023	$3,800/mo	2	2	-
Unit 4B	Jun 16, 2017	$2,500/mo	1	1	-
Unit 4-C	Sep 5, 2021	$1,950/mo	0	1	483
Unit 1B	Jul 28, 2024	$2,250/mo	0	1	-
Unit 6B	Oct 28, 2013	$2,200/mo	1	1	-
Unit PH-A	Dec 7, 2021	$3,600/mo	2	2	875
Unit 5D	Jul 1, 2024	$4,295/mo	2	2	892
Unit 3-B	Dec 14, 2013	$1,950/mo	1	1	-
Unit 2A	Jul 14, 2019	$3,295/mo	2	2	1,200
Unit PHC	Aug 9, 2018	$2,550/mo	1	1	603
Unit 1B	Jun 9, 2022	$2,150/mo	0	1	-
Unit APT1B	Jan 15, 2018	$1,695/mo	0	1	-
Unit 1B	Jul 15, 2023	$2,250/mo	0	1	-
Unit 4-B	May 1, 2023	$2,900/mo	1	1	-
Unit 1C	May 4, 2022	$1,950/mo	0	1	-
Unit 2C	Jul 29, 2014	$1,800/mo	0	0	490
Unit 4B	Jun 24, 2016	$2,500/mo	1	1	672
Unit 7C	Sep 11, 2019	$2,600/mo	1	1	603
Unit 1C	Mar 25, 2016	$1,850/mo	0	1	490
Unit 7C	Aug 5, 2021	$2,600/mo	1	1	-

Closed rental data from REBNY Listing Service. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

Compliance & Violations

Clean Compliance Record

This building has no open violations on record with NYC DOB or HPD.

Source: NYC Department of Buildings & HPD (data.cityofnewyork.us)

Nearby Transit

125 St

0.29 mi away

23456

Approximate walking distances.

Nearby Schools

No public schools found within walking distance.

Permits & Renovations

No recent permit filings found.

Zoning & Development

Zoning District

R7-2

Medium-density residential allowing mid-rise apartments, typical of established Manhattan neighborhoods like the Lower East Side.

Floor Area Ratio (FAR)

4.01 / 6.50

38% development potential remaining

Historic District: Mount Morris Park Historic District

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Building Details

Physical

Building Class: Condominiums (R4)
Land Use: 3
Year Built: 1902
Last Altered: 2007
Floors: 7
Total Units: 28
Gross Floor Area: 20,229 sq ft
Lot Area: 5,046 sq ft
Lot Frontage: 50 ft
Lot Depth: 100.92 ft

Municipal Districts

Community District: CD 10
City Council: District 9
School District: 3
Police Precinct: 28
Fire Company: E058
Sanitation District: 10

BBL: 1017187501.00000000

Source: NYC PLUTO (data.cityofnewyork.us)

Official Records

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Location

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Frequently Asked Questions about 42 WEST 120 STREET

What kind of building is 42 WEST 120 STREET?

42 WEST 120 STREET is recorded in NYC PLUTO as a Condominiums (building class R4). The building is located in the Mount Morris Park Historic District historic district.

When was 42 WEST 120 STREET built?

Built in 1902, 7 floors, 28 total units. Data sourced from NYC PLUTO, the city's official tax lot database.

How many units are at 42 WEST 120 STREET?

28 residential units across 7 floors.

How many apartments are currently for sale at 42 WEST 120 STREET?

Active listing counts are loaded from the REBNY Listing Service in real time. See the Active Listings section above for current availability and price ranges. If no listings appear, there are no units currently on the market through RLS.

What is the average price per square foot at 42 WEST 120 STREET?

Per-square-foot pricing is calculated from closed sale transactions in the Sales History section above. Actual pricing varies by floor, exposure, renovation level, and unit layout. For a current valuation, contact Milton for a building-specific comparable market analysis.

What is the closest subway to 42 WEST 120 STREET?

The closest subway stop is 125 St (2, 3, 4, 5, 6 lines), approximately 0.29 mi away. Walking distances are approximate.

How can I see the full sales history for 42 WEST 120 STREET?

The Sales History section on this page shows closed transactions from the REBNY Listing Service (RLS). For full deed and mortgage history back to 1966, including lien searches and ownership chain verification, use ACRIS, NYC's free official property records system. Our step-by-step guide explains exactly how: ACRIS NYC: How to Search Deeds, Liens & Owner Records Free.

Who should I contact about a listing at 42 WEST 120 STREET?

Milton Coste, Licensed Real Estate Associate Broker at Keller Williams NYC. Call or text (917) 416-7433, email milton@miltoncoste.com, or schedule a consultation online. Milton has represented buyers and sellers across all five boroughs for 25+ years.

Who owns 42 WEST 120 STREET?

The current owner of 42 WEST 120 STREET is recorded in the most recent deed on file with the NYC Department of Finance ACRIS system. To find the current owner: (1) visit acris.nyc.gov, (2) search by BBL 1-01718-7501 or by address, (3) sort by date descending and find the most recent deed. The grantee (buyer) on that deed is the current owner. If the owner is an LLC, look up the LLC's managing member at the NY Department of State Business Entity Database.

What is the BBL for 42 WEST 120 STREET?

The BBL (Borough, Block, Lot) for 42 WEST 120 STREET is 1-01718-7501. The first digit (1) identifies the borough: Manhattan. The next 5 digits are the tax block (1718) and the last 4 are the lot within that block (7501). BBLs never change even when addresses are renumbered, which makes them the most reliable identifier for NYC public records like ACRIS deeds, DOB permits, and tax bills.

Where can I find the deed history for 42 WEST 120 STREET?

Every recorded deed for 42 WEST 120 STREET since 1966 is searchable for free at acris.nyc.gov. Search by BBL 1-01718-7501 for the most reliable results. The deed history shows every ownership transfer with grantor (seller), grantee (buyer), date, and recorded sale price. Older transfers may show LLC names. To trace the LLC's managing member, cross-reference with the NY Department of State at apps.dos.ny.gov. Our step-by-step ACRIS guide walks through the full process.

Interested in 42 WEST 120 STREET?

Milton Coste is a Licensed Real Estate Associate Broker at Keller Williams NYC with 25+ years across all five boroughs. Call, text, or schedule a free consultation.

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