56 East 127th Street
Description
Presenting a rare investment opportunity in the heart of Harlem, this fully tenanted, four-family townhome combines historic charm with modern upgrades. Meticulously renovated in 1999 and holding a Certificate of Occupancy from 2006, the property features updated electrical systems, a gas-fired boiler, an efficient gas hot water heater, and a durable steel beam staircase.
**Property Highlights:**
**Spacious Layout:** Expansive...**Discover an Exceptional Neo-Greco 4-Family Townhome in Vibrant Central Harlem**
Presenting a rare investment opportunity in the heart of Harlem, this fully tenanted, four-family townhome combines historic charm with modern upgrades. Meticulously renovated in 1999 and holding a Certificate of Occupancy from 2006, the property features updated electrical systems, a gas-fired boiler, an efficient gas hot water heater, and a durable steel beam staircase.
**Property Highlights:**
**Spacious Layout:** Expansive 17' x 50' footprint spanning four above-grade floors.
**Four Bright & Spacious Units:** Each unit offers 1BR/1BA, including a coveted duplex with a private garden/yard retreat.
**Stable Investment:** Fully occupied with reliable tenancy and strong rental potential.
**Prime Harlem Location:**
**Unmatched Connectivity:** Steps from multiple subway lines (A/B/C/D/2/3), Metro-North, and bus routes.
**Thriving Amenities:** Walk to Whole Foods, trendy cafes, acclaimed restaurants, and iconic entertainment venues.
**Cultural & Academic Hub:** Minutes from Columbia University’s expanding campus, including The Forum—a premier performance space.
**125th Street Corridor:** Harlem’s bustling retail and cultural epicenter, brimming with growth and opportunity.
An **Offering Memorandum** with financials and property specs is available upon request. Don’t miss this chance to own a high-performing asset in one of NYC’s most dynamic neighborhoods!
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Amenities
- Open Views
- Private Patio
- Private Yard
- Patio
- Decorative Fireplace
- Private Entrance
- Hardwood Floors
- High Ceilings
Property Details for 56 East 127th Street
| Status | Sold |
|---|---|
| Days on Market | 177 |
| Taxes | $559 / month |
| Maintenance | - |
| Min. Down Pymt | - |
| Total Rooms | 9.0 |
| Compass Type | Townhouse |
| MLS Type | House/Building |
| Year Built | 1905 |
| Lot Size | 1,292 SF / 17' x 76' |
| County | New York County |
| Buyer's Agent Compensation | 2.5% |
Building
56 E 127th St
Location
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Building Information for 56 East 127th Street
Payment Calculator
$9,088 per month
30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest
$8,529
$559
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Property History for 56 East 127th Street
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/18/2025 | Sold Manual | $1,750,000 |
| 12/18/2025 | $1,750,000 -3.8% / yr | |
| 09/19/2025 | Contract Signed Manual | — |
| 05/28/2025 | Price Change Manual | $1,899,000 |
| 04/28/2025 | Price Change Manual | $1,900,000 |
| 03/26/2025 | Listed (Active) Manual | $1,950,000 |
| 12/12/2024 | Temporarily Off Market Manual | — |
| 07/26/2024 | Permanently Off Market Manual | — |
| 03/05/2024 | Listed (Active) Manual | $2,050,000 |
| 11/14/2023 | Price Change Manual | $2,150,000 |
| 11/14/2023 | Price Change Manual | $2,050,000 |
| 11/14/2023 | Temporarily Off Market Manual | — |
| 09/11/2023 | Price Change Manual | $2,295,000 |
| 05/15/2023 | Price Change Manual | $2,495,000 |
| 03/28/2023 | Price Change Manual | $2,650,000 |
| 03/02/2023 | Listed (Active) Manual | $2,800,000 |
| 11/14/2018 | Sold Manual | $2,500,000 |
| 11/14/2018 | $2,300,000 +4.9% / yr | |
| 10/02/2018 | Contract Signed Manual | — |
| 05/15/2018 | Listed (Active) Manual | $2,500,000 |
| 09/25/2007 | Sold RealPlus #f90b381ace5bcb50c0bd0e4ca04e60ef183b7997 | $1,350,000 |
| 09/25/2007 | $1,350,000 | |
| 08/21/2007 | Contract Signed RealPlus #f90b381ace5bcb50c0bd0e4ca04e60ef183b7997 | $1,550,000 |
| 06/19/2007 | Temporarily Off Market RealPlus #f90b381ace5bcb50c0bd0e4ca04e60ef183b7997 | $1,550,000 |
| 04/19/2007 | Price Change RealPlus #f90b381ace5bcb50c0bd0e4ca04e60ef183b7997 | $1,550,000 |
| 12/19/2006 | Listed (Active) RealPlus #f90b381ace5bcb50c0bd0e4ca04e60ef183b7997 | $1,675,000 |
For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 56 East 127th Street
Schools near 56 East 127th Street
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | PK to 5 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 12 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
P.S. 30 Hernandez Hughes PublicPK to 5 | ||
Urban Assembly Academy for Future Leaders Public6 to 8 | ||
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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