$3,000,000
Updated 2 years ago
Off Market

263 West 139th Street

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

13 Rooms5 Beds3.5 Baths5,000 Square FeetMulti-Family

$3,000,000
floors / apts4 / 2
Lot Size19'x100'
Built Size19'x50'8"
ZoneR7-2
Building TypeTownhouse
RE Taxes$20,772
Price Per SF
$600

Listing Features

  • Architectural Dtls
  • Restored Details
  • Skylights
  • WBFP
  • Central AC
  • Oil Heat

Outdoor space and views

  • Juliet Balcony [7'x7']
  • Terrace [17'x26']
  • City Views
  • Courtyard
  • Townhouse Views
  • Treeline Views

Building Amenities

  • Voice Intercom
  • Outdoor Parking

Property Description for 263 West 139th Street

Presenting Strivers Row's exclusive gem, a 19 ft wide townhouse with 5,000 sqft of pure luxury living space, featuring 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, and the convenience of 2 private parking spaces, including a private detached garage (indoor private detached garage and outdoor parking space). This meticulously renovated townhouse boasts an open east view and is a testament to Harlem's enduring charm and revitalization. Owned and masterfully rebuilt by a Harlem Artist, 263 West 139th Street offers a plethora of captivating upgrades, making it a unique and distinguished property. Upon entering, you'll find a grand front entry that leads to a spacious owner's triplex and a 1,300 sq ft garden duplex. The triplex showcases fine craftsmanship, featuring an indoor parking garage, an outdoor parking space, a windowed washer-dryer room, and windowed storage. Three beautifully restored hardwood floors retain their original 120-year-old charm. The first floor of the triplex welcomes you with a sun-soaked, south-facing living room complete with a Juliet Balcony, an active fireplace, and a motorized movie screen for ultimate entertainment. The kitchen is a culinary haven equipped with a dual sink, a convenient spaghetti kettle faucet, a Miele dishwasher, and a large oven. Custom cabinetry extends to the ceiling, offering wine storage, deep drawers, and dedicated bread space. Strivers Row's historic pillars add architectural character to your daily cooking experience. The dining room and living room entries are equally picturesque, featuring large pocket doors that effortlessly slide open, allowing up to twelve guests to enjoy meals together in the windowed dining room. An additional cedar closet provides ample pantry storage. The primary bedroom is a true retreat with six windows, a breakfast balcony, and a spacious en-suite bathroom with double sinks, a shower, and a claw foot bathtub. The triplex's second floor boasts a generously sized second bedroom, a cozy den with a fireplace, a full bathroom, and a five-foot-long antique sink. The expansive outdoor terrace, fully equipped with water and electric connections, invites you to relish outdoor living year-round. A thoughtfully positioned bamboo plant adds a touch of privacy to the block's only third-floor terrace. The top floor offers a versatile, open space that can serve as your third, fourth, and fifth bedrooms or as a personal art gallery and workspace, showcasing a flood of natural light. Skylight squares have already been artfully crafted, allowing the potential for even more light to cascade through the triplex. Central air conditioning ensures comfort throughout the home. For added versatility, the 1,300 sq ft garden duplex is ideal for guests or as a source of ongoing income, generating $4,000 per month (provided vacant). Don't miss this rare opportunity to own a 19 ft wide townhouse with a garage painstakingly transformed into a work of art by a lifelong artist. Strivers Row, nestled in the heart of historic Harlem, is officially known as the St. Nicholas Historic District, renowned for its beautifully preserved townhouses, many of which were built in the early 20th century. The name "Strivers Row" pays homage to the ambitious African-American professionals who once called this neighborhood home, including doctors, lawyers, musicians, and writers. Strivers Row retains its timeless charm today, with tree-lined streets, elegant brownstones, and a strong pride in its cultural heritage. Residents and visitors can explore its cultural institutions, soulful music venues, and diverse culinary scene reflecting Harlem's enduring spirit. Don't miss the opportunity to experience this extraordinary neighborhood firsthand – and take advantage of its prime location close to the A, B, C, and D lines, which run along St. Nicholas Avenue and Frederick Douglass Boulevard, Harlem-125th Street Metro-North station, M2, M7, M10, M100, M101, and M102 buses, and Citibike stations. Schedule a viewing of 263 West 139th Street today and discover the epitome of Harlem's unique charm and sophistication. All showings are by appointment only; kindly reach out to the listing agent to schedule.

Listing History for 263 West 139th Street

Now
10/13/2023
New Agency by Justin Martinez
Compass
10/13/2023
Back on the Market by Justin Martinez
Compass

Building Details for 263 West 139th Street

OwnershipMulti-Family
Building TypeTownhouse
Service LevelVoice Intercom
AgePre-War
AccessWalk-up
Year Built1920
Floors/Apts4/2
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Transit and Citi Bike

Subway

135 St
0.22 miles
135 St
0.34 miles
145 St
0.4 miles
145 St
0.42 miles

Citi Bike

Frederick Douglass Blvd & W 139 St
0.07 miles
Adam Clayton Powell Blvd & W 141 St
0.13 miles

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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: 20506TH