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42 West 138th Street, #36
co-op in Harlem, Listed on Feb 28, 2025 (37 days on market)
42 West 138th Street, #36
$360,000
($379 / ft2)
| 2 beds, 1 bath | ~950 ft2
co-op in Harlem, Listed on Feb 28, 2025 (37 days on market)
Discover 42 W 138th Street, unit 36, a beautifully updated two-bedroom, one-bathroom co-op offering the perfect blend of prewar charm and modern convenience. Nestled in a well-maintained building, this home is designed for an effortless city living in the heart of Harlem.
Welcome home to find polished hardwood floors, renovated kitchen and bathroom, and fresh paint, enhancing the home’s airy and sunlit appeal.
Thoughtful upgrades like track lighting and an in-unit washer and dryer add both style and function. Positioned in a three-story walk-up with a rare double-wide staircase, coming home is as seamless, as it is inviting.
Located just one block from iconic Striver’s Row and moments from Whole Foods, this home places you at the heart of one of NYC’s most vibrant neighborhoods.
Enjoy easy access to Harlem’s finest landmarks, parks, restaurants, and nightlife, all within a short distance from your front door. The 2/3 Express trains and nearby highways make commuting downtown or heading out of the city a breeze.
This well-managed HDFC co-op boasts solid financials, offering an incredible opportunity for buyers seeking long-term value.
Income eligibility applies (120% AMI): 1 Person: $130,440 2 People: $149,160 3 People: $167,760 4 People: $186,360. A quiet, tree-lined street, a thriving cultural scene, and a home that’s move-in ready.
Building is a walk-up with bike storage, courtyard, and new intercom system.
Key Features
- High Ceilings
- Pets allowed
- Recently Renovated
- Light & Bright
- Cooperative
Monthly Maintenance &
Estimated Mortgage
Monthly Maintenance
$634
$0.67 /ft² /mo
Estimated Mortgage
$1,860
Note: the above is only an estimate and is based on a down payment
of 20% ($72,000) and a 30 year fixed mortgage at 6.71%.
Total Estimated
Monthly Cost
Monthly Cost
$2,494
$2.63 /ft² /mo
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Nearby Schools
- Ps 197 John B Russwurm
Grades: PK,KG,1,2,3,4,5 - Ps 175 Henry H Garnet
Grades: PK,KG,1,2,3,4,5,UG - Thurgood Marshall Academy For Learning And Social Change
Grades: 6,7,8,9,10,11,12 - Ps 133 Fred R Moore
Grades: PK,KG,1,2,3,4,5,UG - Ps 92 Mary Mcleod Bethune
Grades: PK,KG,1,2,3,4,5,UG
- St Mark The Evangelist School
Grades: PK,TK,KG,1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8 - Salvation Army A/S Pgrm-Harlem
Grades: PK,KG - Jane Varick Dcc
Grades: PK,KG - Fellowship Of Learning School
Grades: 7,8 - St. Charles Borromeo
Grades: PK,TK,KG,1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8
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Mar 3, 2025
Listed for $360,000 ($379 per ft2) by Mallory Bogard, Serhant
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