Penthouse residences in condominium buildings rarely come to market - especially with this combination of space, light, and remarkably low carrying costs. Welcome to this expansive split two-bedroom, two-bath penthouse at The Aurum, a full-service luxury condominium offering modern design, premier amenities, and a valuable tax abatement.
Bathed in beautiful western light, the home enjoys open views over a tree-lined boulevard and historic townhouses, creating a bright and peaceful setting throughout the day.
The spacious living and dining area features 5-inch-wide White Oak plank flooring, while the open chef ' s kitchen is equipped with Liebherr and Viking appliances, lacquered cabinetry with under-cabinet LED lighting, a Daltile white glass tile backsplash, and a Caesarstone breakfast bar ideal for both dining and entertaining.
Additional highlights include an exterior-vented washer/dryer, excellent closet space, generous wall space for art, and Verizon Fios pre-wiring.
The Aurum is a LEED-certified full-service condominium offering an impressive amenity package:
24-hour attended lobby
Break Penthouse-level fitness center
Break Residents lounge and media room
Break Landscaped interior courtyard
Break Two furnished outdoor terraces with grilling stations
Break Bicycle storage
A major advantage is the tax abatement through 2043, keeping monthly costs exceptionally low for a penthouse condominium.
NOTE: The apartment is currently tenant-occupied through April 2026. The tenants are open to either vacating or extending their lease, offering flexibility for the next owner - whether seeking immediate rental income or planning to move into this light-filled penthouse home.
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.