171 West 131st Street, Unit 517
Description
Oversized south-facing windows bring in great natural light and overlook the building's green roof. Additional features include wide-plank white oak floors, an in-unit washer/dryer, generous closet space, central heating and cooling, pre-installed window...Bright and spacious one-bedroom condo at The Aurum in Central Harlem! This well-maintained home features an open layout with a modern kitchen, Caesarstone breakfast bar, Energy Star stainless steel appliances, and a comfortable living/dining area.
Oversized south-facing windows bring in great natural light and overlook the building's green roof. Additional features include wide-plank white oak floors, an in-unit washer/dryer, generous closet space, central heating and cooling, pre-installed window treatments, and an intercom system.
The Aurum, built in 2015 by BRP Companies and designed by Rinehardt | Miller, is a stylish, contemporary 8-story condominium at the corner of 131st Street and Adam Clayton Powell Jr. Blvd. The building is constructed of local-manufactured and recycled materials, plus offers a co-generation plant for electricity and heat, energy-efficient double-pane windows, and an interior live green wall. Superior amenities include a 24-hour attended lobby, live-in super, fully-equipped penthouse fitness center, residents lounge, 2 levels of furnished outdoor space with grills, bicycle storage and a green roof deck. The excellent location is right near Whole Foods Market, Sugar Hill Market and Fine Fare, great restaurants and local Cafe and numerous bars, the Apollo Theater, the 2, 3, B, D trains and M60 crosstown bus. For late July and August move-in dates. Photos are virtually staged
Listing Agent
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P: (347)-948-5168
Amenities
- Full-Time Doorman
- Common Roof Deck
- Barbecue Area
- Common Outdoor Space
- Gym
- Resident's Lounge
- Common Media / Recreation Room
- Screening Room
- Oversized Windows
- Elevator
- Washer / Dryer in Unit
- Laundry in Building
- Central AC
- Dishwasher
- Gas Oven
- Media / Recreation Room
- On-site Parking For Rent
- Renovated Kitchen and Bath
- Open Kitchen
- Southern Exposure
- Video Intercom
- Video Security
- Bike Room
- Gas Stove
- Midrise
- Lowrise
Property Details for 171 West 131st Street, Unit 517
| Status | Active |
|---|---|
| Days on Market | 8 |
| Pet Policy | Allowed |
| Rental Incentives | No Fee |
| Costs & Fees | View breakdown |
| Available Date | 07/27/2026 |
| Lease Term | Lease Length: Negotiable,Other, Lease Length Min/Max: 12-36 mo |
| Furnished | - |
| Total Rooms | 3.0 |
| Property Type | Condo |
| MLS Type | - |
| Year Built | 2015 |
| County | New York County |
Building
The Aurum
Location
Building Information for 171 West 131st Street, Unit 517
Property History for 171 West 131st Street, Unit 517
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 07/07/2026 | Price Change Manual | $3,250 |
| 06/29/2026 | Listed (Active) Manual | $3,400 |
| 03/17/2022 | Rented Manual | — |
| 02/25/2022 | Leases Out Manual | — |
| 02/14/2022 | Price Change Manual | $2,800 |
| 01/17/2022 | Listed (Active) Manual | $2,900 |
| 06/07/2020 | $2,750 | |
| 02/05/2020 | $2,750 | |
| 02/28/2017 | $2,475 | |
| 01/07/2017 | $2,475 |
For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Schools near 171 West 131st Street, Unit 517
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | PK to 5 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 12 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 12 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
P.S. 175 Henry H Garnet PublicPK to 5 | ||
Urban Assembly Academy for Future Leaders Public6 to 8 | ||
Eagle Academy For Young Men-Harlem Public6 to 12 |
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