$6,999
Updated 7 years ago
Off Market

259 West 138th Street, 2

Harlem, Manhattan | Adam Clayton Powell Blvd & Frederick Douglass Blvd

7.5 Rooms4 Beds2.5 Baths2,550 Square FeetRental Property

$6,999
Lease Term12-24 Months
Rent Per SF
$33
The price shown reflects the monthly rent only and does not include any additional fees. Please review the listing description for a summary of all fees related to renting this apartment.

Listing Features

  • Abundant Closets
  • Crown Moldings
  • Deco Fireplace
  • Entry Foyer
  • High Ceilings
  • Original Details
  • Security System
  • Straight Staircase
  • Triplex
  • Washer / Dryer
  • WBFP
  • Oversized Windows
  • Skylights
  • Center Island
  • Dishwasher
  • Eat-in Kitchen
  • Gourmet Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • S Steel Appliances
  • Windowed Kitchen
  • Pedestal Sink
  • Powder Room
  • Stall Shower

Outdoor space and views

  • Juliet Balcony [3'x5']
  • Private Roof [12'x15']
  • North Exposure
  • South Exposure

Building Amenities

  • Voice Intercom
  • Garage
  • Roof Deck

Property Description for 259 West 138th Street, 2

Situated on a tree-lined block in the landmark of historic Strivers Row, offered is a renovated 4 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom, triplex townhouse apartment boasting a roof deck and an optional heated 2 car garage! The parlor floor begins with an entrance foyer and a south facing living room with fireplace and Juliet balcony. There's another fireplace in the hall as well as in the windowed chef's eat-in kitchen designed with plenty of cabinets, granite counters, an island with vented range hood, name stainless appliances that include a microwave & dishwasher; moreover, a laundry room complete with a washer/dryer, 1/2 bath, garage and roof deck above the garage. The second floor reveals two massive bedrooms on either end of the hall, one king sized and the other queen sized both with fireplaces. Each bedroom has large closets and oversized windows; in addition, there's an enormous full bathroom in the hall having a large clawfoot cast iron tub, tiled floors and granite sink. The 3rd floor renders a huge skylight ushering in a tremendous amount of natural light, 2 more large bedrooms on either end of the hall each having large closets, a brand new hall bathroom having a sizable shower equipped with a new glass door plus a long granite workstation in the hall.

This home is equipped for sound, has a burglar alarm system, radiant heat wood floors, central air conditioning and 10 foot to 10 foot 9 inch high ceilings throughout. Tenant is responsible for heat, hot water, cooking gas and electricity. Walk to City College as well as services along Frederick Douglass Blvd, Seventh Ave and Lenox Ave. Close to popular venues such as the Harlem YMCA, The Edge, Manhattanville Coffee, Ponty Bistro, Shrine, Renaissance Harlem, Schomburg Center and more. In close proximity to Harlem Hospital as well as the B, C, 2 & 3 subway lines.

Listing History for 259 West 138th Street, 2

Now
10/07/2019
TOM by Brian A. Phillips
Douglas Elliman
08/25/2019
$6,999 [-$996] [12.5%]
Rent Drop by Brian A. Phillips
Douglas Elliman

Building Details for 259 West 138th Street

OwnershipRental Property
Building TypeTownhouse
Service LevelVoice Intercom
AgePre-War
AccessWalk-up
Year Built1910
Floors/Apts5/2
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Transit and Citi Bike

Subway

135 St
0.2 miles
135 St
0.31 miles
145 St
0.43 miles
145 St
0.47 miles

Citi Bike

Frederick Douglass Blvd & W 139 St
0.08 miles
Adam Clayton Powell Blvd & W 138 St
0.11 miles

Contact Agents

Contact Agents

Brian Phillips
Douglas Elliman
William Simpson III
Douglas Elliman

Harlem | Manhattan

Quick Profile

The neighborhood called West Harlem by the locals is known as Manhattanville to neighborhood newcomers. The area is culturally diverse and might be considered a microcosm of the city as a whole. 

Columbia University has recently expanded into the area, which is attracting student residents from all over the world. Together with students from the City College of New York and young professionals fleeing higher prices in other neighborhoods, this influx of younger residents has brought with it more restaurants and bars on W 125th Street to serve this clientele. There are also new ventures, like a rock-climbing gym, to cater to the interests of these students and young professionals. At the same time, there are many small, family-owned shops and restaurants that have been anchors of the neighborhood for multiple generations.

The area has been through a housing upgrade, as older properties have been renovated and abandoned properties have been razed to make room for new development. There are still reasonably priced apartments available. Young professionals are finding that there is a certain cachet to living in West Harlem. It provides a convenient commute to the city and all of its amenities, while providing a sense of escape at the end of a long work day.

While rentals are popular with the student population, the young professionals are delighted to find pre-war brownstones, pre-war co-ops (including some income-capped HDFCs for lower- and middle-income buyers), and post-war condos that they can afford, although prices are rising. Some new low-rise developments, sporting virtual doormen and desired amenities, are cropping up.

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OLR ID: 1837086