165 W 126th Street
MLS® #RLS20082617
Listing by Compass
4
Bedrooms
5.5
Baths
3,430
Sq. Ft.
1910
Year Built
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Property Highlights
- Exposure: North facing
- Outdoor Space: Balcony
- Fireplace: 1 fireplace
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Description
VALUE-PLAY IN CENTRAL HARLEM Located on a quiet, tree-lined block, 165 West 126 presents an exciting opportunity to own a renovated income-producing 2-family in the heart of Central Harlem. The limestone façade is adorned with the original prewar details from the early 1900’s. The house measures 17 ft wide, encompassing 3,340 square feet of above-grade living space plus a full-height basement and a landscaped private back yard. The residence is located near the A/B/C/D and 2/3 trains and is also convenient to incredible shopping as well as countless restaurants, all offering the flavor and vibrance of Harlem. OWNERS DUPLEX Enter through the garden level consisting of a separate dining area with a huge kitchen taking center stage. Step down to the sunken living room adorned with a decorative fireplace, custom storage and direct access to the landscaped backyard with a welcoming raised deck seating area sheltered by a pergola. Ascend the stairs to the Parlor level showcasing some of the home’s loveliest ornate prewar details. Here you will find 2 bedrooms and 2 fully renovated bathrooms. The Primary bedroom boasts a huge walk-in closet with custom interiors, an en suite bath with double sink/marble vanity and large stall shower. Step out and enjoy your very own private balcony overlooking the home’s backyard; the perfect spot to unwind with a nightcap. UPPER DUPLEX This unit floods with natural light. The lower, entertaining level, offers separate living and dining rooms anchored by an expansive kitchen with impressive cabinet storage and counter space. The upper floor is home to 2 huge bedrooms, washer/dryer, 2 bathrooms and great closets. CELLAR: A clean, open tiled cellar offers amazing storage, washer/dryer and even a bathroom! This is your opportunity to own a ready-made income-producing home perfectly situated in the epicenter of Central Harlem where culture and community remain the foundation of this historic neighborhood.
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About Central Harlem
View All Central Harlem ListingsCentral 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. The real estate market is a mix of beautifully preserved 19th-century brownstones, value-driven HDFC cooperatives, and a surge of modern luxury condominiums that offer contemporary amenities near the 125th Street retail corridor.
Central Harlem Live Market Data
View NeighborhoodActive Listings
98
Median Asking Price
$827K
Median $/Sqft
$794
Avg Days on Market
N/A
New This Week
9
Price Reduced
41%
Sold (30 Days)
10
Median Sale Price
$685K
Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 4/10/26, 11:59 AM EST
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165 W 126th Street, Central Harlem, New York County
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