171 West 131st Street, Unit 309

The Aurum
Central Harlem

$898,000
Price
2
Beds
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per Sq. Ft.

Description

  Spacious and bright, this two-bedroom, two-bathroom residence offers a modern layout with fantastic natural light through west-facing windows overlooking Adam Clayton Powell Jr. Blvd. The open kitchen is beautifully designed with white cabinetry, under-cabinet LED lighting, Caesarstone countertops, a large breakfast island, and a sleek white glass tile backsplash. High-end appliances include an LG refrigerator and a full Electrolux stainless steel package with range, microwave, and dishwasher....  Spacious and bright, this two-bedroom, two-bathroom residence offers a modern layout with fantastic natural light through west-facing windows overlooking Adam Clayton Powell Jr. Blvd. The open kitchen is beautifully designed with white cabinetry, under-cabinet LED lighting, Caesarstone countertops, a large breakfast island, and a sleek white glass tile backsplash. High-end appliances include an LG refrigerator and a full Electrolux stainless steel package with range, microwave, and dishwasher. The primary bedroom features an en-suite bath with a stall shower and custom glazed porcelain tile, while the second bathroom includes a full bathtub. Additional highlights include an exterior-vented washer/dryer and generous closet space throughout. Located in the heart of vibrant Harlem, The Aurum is a contemporary, environmentally conscious condominium offering upscale amenities: a 24-hour attended lobby, bike storage, top-floor fitness center, residents lounge with media room, landscaped courtyard, and a furnished roof deck with grilling stations and seating. The attached garage provides added convenience. Close to major transportation options (2, 3, B & C trains), you can reach Midtown in under 30 minutes. Enjoy nearby favorites such as St. Nicholas Park, Whole Foods, Renaissance Harlem, Sylvia's, Red Rooster, Corner Social, Harlem Shake, and Sottocasa Pizzeria. A major added bonus: this home benefits from a 25-year 421-A Tax Abatement in place until 2043, offering exceptional long-term savings and making it an outstanding value-especially for investors. Note: The apartment is currently rented until March 1st, 2026 , providing dependable rental income and excellent investment potential.      

Amenities

  • Doorman
  • Full-Time Doorman
  • Deck
  • Common Roof Deck
  • Barbecue Area
  • Common Outdoor Space
  • Gym
  • Resident's Lounge
LISTING UPDATED: 12/22/2025 05:02 PM

Property Details for 171 West 131st Street, Unit 309

StatusActive
MLS IDRLS20061030
Days on Market33
Taxes$139 / month
Common Charges$1,448 / month
Min. Down Pymt-
Total Rooms4.0
Compass TypeCondo
MLS TypeCondo
Year Built2015
CountyNew York County

Building

The Aurum

115 Units8 StoriesBuilt in 2015

Location

Listing Courtesy of Douglas Elliman Real Estate
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Building Information for 171 West 131st Street, Unit 309

Building/ComplexThe AurumFloor3Stories8Residences115Pet PolicyAllowedPet Policy DetailsPets AllowedYear Built2015Building AgePost-war

Payment Calculator

$6,024 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$4,437

Property Taxes

$139

Maintenance/Common Charges

$1,448

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Property Information for 171 West 131st Street, Unit 309

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Subdivision Name: Central Harlem
  • Stories Total: 8
  • Exposures: West
  • Garage Spaces: 0.0
  • View: No
Taxes and HOA
  • Tax Lot: 1224
  • Tax Deduction Percent: .00%
  • Tax Block: 01916
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Flip Tax: $0
  • Building Tax Lot: 0061
  • Tax Monthly Amount: 139.0
  • Tax Abatement YN: false
Parking
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces Assigned YN: false
Property
Lot Information
  • Living Area: 0.0
  • Living Area Units: SquareFeet
  • Building Name: Aurum
Building Information
  • Building Features: Elevators
  • Landmark Status YN: false
  • Building Exterior Features: BuildingRoofDeck
  • Building Laundry Features: Other
  • Building Pets Allowed: BuildingYes
  • Capital Reserves YN: false
  • Green Building YN: false
Property and Assessments
  • New Development: No
  • Sponsor Unit: No
  • Certificate Of Occupancy: Yes
  • Percent Of Common Elements: .00%
  • Common Interest: Condominium
  • Number Of Shares: 0
  • New Construction: Yes
  • Structure Type: HighRise
  • Property Condition: Good
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Basement: Other
  • Exterior Features: None
  • Patio And Porch Features: None
Interior Features
  • Cooling: CentralAir
  • Entry Level: 3
  • Fireplace: No
  • Dining Type: Alcove
  • Floor Number: 3
  • Basement: No
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Laundry Features: InUnit
  • ElevatorsTotal: 2
Multi Family
Multi-Family Information
  • Unit Line: 09
  • Number Of Units Total: 1
Rental
Rental Information
  • Pets Allowed: UnitNo
  • Attendance Type: DoormanFullTime
  • Land Lease: No

Property History for 171 West 131st Street, Unit 309

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciationLink
Nov 21, 2025

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS20061030

$898,000—
Sep 7, 2024

Temporarily Off Market

RLS RESO #RLS10983103

$995,000—
Mar 6, 2024

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS10983103

$995,000—
Jun 29, 2017

Sold

RLS RESO #RLS10098005

$981,000—
May 9, 2017

Sold (Public Record)

ACRIS #2017051200621001

$981,000—
Jan 19, 2017

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS10098005

$981,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/21/2025

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS20061030

$898,000
09/07/2024

Temporarily Off Market

RLS RESO #RLS10983103

$995,000
03/06/2024

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS10983103

$995,000
06/29/2017

Sold

RLS RESO #RLS10098005

$981,000
05/09/2017

Sold (Public Record)

ACRIS #2017051200621001

$981,000
01/19/2017

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS10098005

$981,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 171 West 131st Street, Unit 309

Taxable ValueLand$9,892Additions$72,486Total$82,378
Tax Record2025$1,664 ($139 / month) Tax Class2Tax Rate12.5%
Home Facts
Total Finished SqFt966 SqFtLot Size24,980 SqFtYear Built2013ZoningR7-2APN1019161224

Schools near 171 West 131st Street, Unit 309

This home is within New York City Geographic District # 5.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
P.S. 175 Henry H Garnet
Public - PK to 5
Urban Assembly Academy for Future Leaders
Public - 6 to 8
Frederick Douglass Academy
Public - 6 to 12
SEED HARLEM
Public - 6 to 8
Rating
School
Distance
P.S. 175 Henry H Garnet
PublicPK to 5

Urban Assembly Academy for Future Leaders
Public6 to 8

Frederick Douglass Academy
Public6 to 12

SEED HARLEM
Public6 to 8

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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More information about 171 West 131st Street, Unit 309, Central Harlem

171 West 131st Street, Unit 309 is a condo for sale in Central Harlem. This property was listed for sale on November 21, 2025 by Douglas Elliman Real Estate, it's currently listed at $898,000. It has been on the market for a total of 33 days and was last sold on June 29, 2017. This listing's school district is New York City Geographic District # 5. Nearby schools include P.S. 175 Henry H Garnet, Urban Assembly Academy for Future Leaders and Frederick Douglass Academy. 171 West 131st Street, Unit 309 is a 2-bed, 2-bath, condo built in 2015.

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