$1,640,000
257 W 131st Street
MLS® #RLS10071025
Listing by The Corcoran Group
Studio
Bedroom
0
Bath
N/A
Sq. Ft.
1899
Year Built
Quick Summary
Property Highlights
- Character: Pre-war building (1899)
Property Details
Listing History
| Event | Date | Price | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed | Oct 19, 2014 | $1,750,000 | - |
| Price Reduced | Apr 1, 2015 | $1,645,000 | -6.0% |
| Currently | Apr 22, 2026 | $1,640,000 | -0.3% |
Description
This gracious 17'x50' - 3400sf single fam townhouse has been in the same fam for over 100 years!! Still dripping with ALL of the original details from 1884 throughout. This needs some cosmetic TLC but it's your opportunity to own an architectural treasure. Already converted to gas for forced air heating w/ all new plumbing and electric. The garden level kitchen was renovated in 2008. The house is fully functioning and waiting for your loving touche to make it your dream home!
Building Information
About Harlem
View All Harlem ListingsHarlem 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
View NeighborhoodActive Listings
75
Median Asking Price
$925K
Median $/Sqft
$846
Avg Days on Market
N/A
New This Week
3
Price Reduced
24%
Sold (30 Days)
3
Median Sale Price
$1.10M
Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 4/22/26, 6:24 AM EST
Similar Listings in Harlem
View All
Active
2279 3rd Avenue #3C
Condo • RLS #RLS20067078
Active
305 W 150th Street #403
Condo • RLS #RLS20063268
Active
330 W 145th Street #311
Condop • RLS #RLS20085239
Active
555 Lenox Avenue #4C
Condo • RLS #RLS20065766
Active
88 Morningside Avenue #8G
Condop • RLS #RLS20063580
Active
36 W 138th Street #52
Co-op • RLS #RLS20068654
Browse More NYC Properties
In This Neighborhood
By Property Type
By Borough
Location
257 W 131st Street, Harlem, New York County
Floor Plans
Building Information
Official NYC property records for this building
Tax & Assessment
Note: Individual unit taxes may differ. Verify current tax bills with NYC DOF.
Source: NYC PLUTO (Primary Land Use Tax Lot Output), NYC Department of City Planning (data.cityofnewyork.us)
Want help estimating ownership costs or understanding building compliance? Let's discuss
Listing Data
RLS® at REBNY (Real Estate Board of New York) via Trestle API. Updated in real-time.
Building Data
NYC PLUTO (Primary Land Use Tax Lot Output), NYC Department of City Planning. Updated quarterly.
Market Data
RLS® at REBNY (Real Estate Board of New York). Live data updated in real-time.
Map & Location
OpenStreetMap contributors via Leaflet. Geocoding via Nominatim.
All data is provided for informational purposes only and should be independently verified. See our Data Sources Policy for more information.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this property
According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1899, making it approximately 127 years old.
Pet policy requires confirmation with the listing broker.
To schedule a private showing, contact Milton Coste at (917) 416-7433 or mcoste@kwnyc.com. Per REBNY guidelines effective 2025, a Buyer Representation Agreement is required before a buyer's broker can show you properties. You may attend open houses independently without one.
Have a question not answered here?
(917) 416-7433Listing Courtesy of The Corcoran Group - David W Taylor
Listing Contact: (917) 327-2321
Listing information for certain New York City properties provided courtesy of the Real Estate Board of New York's Residential Listing Service (the "RLS"). The information contained in this listing has not been verified by the RLS and should be verified by the consumer. The listing information provided here is for the consumer's personal, non-commercial use. Retransmission, redistribution or copying of this listing information is strictly prohibited except in connection with a consumer's consideration of the purchase and/or sale of an individual property. This listing information is not verified for authenticity or accuracy and is not guaranteed and may not reflect all real estate activity in the market. ©2026 The Real Estate Board of New York, Inc., all rights reserved. This advertisement does not suggest that the broker has a listing in this property or properties or that any property is currently available.
Broker Commission Disclosure: Broker commissions are not set by law and are fully negotiable.
Buyer Notice: Planning to work with a buyer's broker? A Buyer Representation Agreement is required before your broker can show you properties, per REBNY/UCBA guidelines (effective 2025). You may attend open houses independently without one.
RLS Data display by Keller Williams NYC. Data last updated on 4/22/2026 at 10:24 AM UTC