36 West 138th Street, Unit 52

36 W 138th St
Central Harlem

$299,000
Price
1
Bed
550 Sq. Ft.
$544 / Sq. Ft.
550
Sq. Ft.
$544
per Sq. Ft.
Open: 2/3 10:00AM - 10:30AM - By Appt
Open: 2/3 10:00AM - 10:30AM - By Appt
a view of a brick building next to a road
a view of a bathroom
a view of an empty room
a view of an empty room with wooden floor and a window
a kitchen with a sink and a stove next to a window
a kitchen with metallic refrigerator and sink
a view of cupboard
a view of a small space with wooden floor
a bathroom with a sink and a mirror
a bathroom with a toilet sink and mirror

Description

Newly renovated and stunning value! This 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment is in outstanding condition and move-in ready, just waiting to be your next home. Notable features include hardwood floors, tiled bathroom and a well-equipped kitchen with Caesarstone counter and brand new appliances throughout. Monthly common charges are an affordable $477.50 per month. The property is conveniently located close to the 125th Street commercial corridor, home to WholeFoods, Trader Joes, Target and Marshalls,...Newly renovated and stunning value! This 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment is in outstanding condition and move-in ready, just waiting to be your next home. Notable features include hardwood floors, tiled bathroom and a well-equipped kitchen with Caesarstone counter and brand new appliances throughout. Monthly common charges are an affordable $477.50 per month. The property is conveniently located close to the 125th Street commercial corridor, home to WholeFoods, Trader Joes, Target and Marshalls, while the Schomburg Center Research Library, Harlem YMCA, and Harlem Cycle Fitness Studio are within a short walking distance on 135th Street. For your palate, Sylvias, The Red Rooster and Corner Social are all within walking distance. just a few blocks from the 2/3 subway station at 135th St. as well as the M1, M7, M98, and M102 bus stops. For drivers, a parking garage is located at the end of the block and the Harlem River Drive and Madison Avenue Bridge are within easy reach. This is an HDFC building and so income restrictions apply, with maximum incomes no more than 165% of the New York City Area Median Income (AMI). Income restrictions are as follows: $187,110 for 1 person, $213,840 for 2 people. Zero percent (0%) of the maintenance is tax deductible. Showings are by appointment please contact the listing agent, Harlem Lofts, Inc. All information is gathered from third-party sources and is deemed reliable. Income restrictions are based on FY 2025 data from the NYC Department of Housing Preservation and Development. Please consult with your own advisors. Apartment 14 at 36 W 138th Street represents amazing value for the right buyer!
  1. Listed by ROBERT D PAIR • Harlem Lofts Inc
    P: (212)-280-8866 C: (917)-791-6986 robert.p@harlemlofts.com

Amenities

  • Hardwood Floors
  • High Ceilings
  • Elevator
  • Walk Up
  • Washer / Dryer
  • Laundry in Building
  • Window AC Installed
  • Stainless Steel Appliances

Open Houses

Tuesday, Feb 3rd

10:00 AM - 10:30 AM

By Appointment Only

Thursday, Feb 5th

10:00 AM - 10:30 AM

By Appointment Only

LISTING UPDATED: 01/29/2026 10:39 AM

Property Details for 36 West 138th Street, Unit 52

StatusActive
MLS IDRLS20068654
Days on Market4
Taxes-
Maintenance$477 / month
Min. Down Pymt10%
Total Rooms4.0
Compass TypeCo-op
MLS TypeCo-op
Year Built1925
CountyNew York County

Building

36 W 138th St

35 Units6 StoriesBuilt in 1925

Location

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Building Information for 36 West 138th Street, Unit 52

Building/Complex36 W 138th StFloor0Stories6Residences35Pet Policy-Pet Policy Details-Year Built1925Building Age-

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$2,116 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,639

Property Taxes

$0

Maintenance/Common Charges

$477

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Property Information for 36 West 138th Street, Unit 52

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Subdivision Name: Harlem
  • Cross Street: Lenox Ave.
  • Stories Total: 6
  • Exposures: West
  • View: No
Taxes and HOA
  • Tax Lot: 0053
  • Tax Block: 01735
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Flip Tax: $0
  • Building Tax Lot: 0053
  • Tax Abatement YN: false
Parking
  • Garage: No
Property
Lot Information
  • Living Area: 550.0
  • Living Area Units: SquareFeet
Building Information
  • Building Smoke Free YN: false
  • Building Laundry Features: None
  • Building Pets Allowed: BuildingYes
  • Green Building YN: false
Property and Assessments
  • New Development: No
  • Sponsor Unit: No
  • Common Interest: StockCooperative
  • Number Of Shares: 100
  • New Construction: No
  • Structure Type: None
  • Property Condition: Excellent
Interior and Exterior Features
Interior Features
  • Cooling: WindowUnits
  • Entry Level: 0
  • Appliances: WasherDryer
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Furnished: Unfurnished
  • Heating: Radiant
  • Interior Features: HighCeilings
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry Features: None
  • ElevatorsTotal: 0
Multi Family
Multi-Family Information
  • Number Of Units Total: 0
Rental
Rental Information
  • Pets Allowed: UnitYes
  • Availability Date: 01-26-2026
  • Attendance Type: None

Property History for 36 West 138th Street, Unit 52

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciationLink
Jan 26, 2026

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS20068654

$299,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/26/2026

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS20068654

$299,000

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Schools near 36 West 138th Street, Unit 52

This home is within New York City Geographic District # 5.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
P.S. 197 John B Russwurm
Public - PK to 5
Urban Assembly Academy for Future Leaders
Public - 6 to 8
Thurgood Marshall Academy For Learning And Social Change
Public - 6 to 12
Mott Hall High School
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
P.S. 197 John B Russwurm
PublicPK to 5

Urban Assembly Academy for Future Leaders
Public6 to 8

Thurgood Marshall Academy For Learning And Social Change
Public6 to 12

Mott Hall High School
Public9 to 12

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 36 West 138th Street, Unit 52, Central Harlem

36 West 138th Street, Unit 52 is a co-op for sale in Central Harlem. This property was listed for sale on January 26, 2026 by Harlem Lofts Inc, it's currently listed at $299,000. This listing's school district is New York City Geographic District # 5. Nearby schools include P.S. 197 John B Russwurm, Urban Assembly Academy for Future Leaders and Thurgood Marshall Academy For Learning And Social Change. 36 West 138th Street, Unit 52 is a 1-bed, 1-bath, 550 sqft co-op built in 1925.

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