232 W 137th St, New York, NY 10030

After nearly half a century in the care of one courageous woman who recognized the promise of a historic Harlem townhouse at a time when much of the neighborhood was being overlooked, this remarkable landmarked home is ready for its next steward: someone who will appreciate its history, recognize its possibilities, and perhaps make it part of their family's legacy. It is a place to gather, entertain, celebrate milestones, and create the memories that ultimately give a house its meaning. Lovingly transformed into a thoughtfully configured four-family home, this townhouse retains many of the architectural details that showcase its distinctive character. Original wainscoting, interior shutters and a gracious staircase speak to the craftsmanship of another era and provide a beautiful foundation for its next evolution. An exceptional opportunity awaits both owner-occupants and investors combining immediate income potential with extraordinary flexibility. Purchase with the current qualified and responsible tenants in place providing rental income from day one or delivered vacant giving the new owner the opportunity to fully reimagine the residence. Currently configured with two floor-through rental apartments each with its own washer and dryer, a parlor-floor studio and an owner’s duplex spanning the garden and parlor levels with 10' and 12' ceilings respectively, the upper-floor apartment boasts private outdoor space with a retractable awning. Yet the possibilities extend well beyond the current configuration. With its generous proportions, multiple entrances, and flexible layout, the townhouse offers the potential to be reimagined as a three-family, two-family, or magnificent single-family residence. For the discerning buyer, it is a rare opportunity to create a home tailored to a personal vision while preserving the architectural soul of an exceptional Harlem property. (Photos of the rental units available upon request). One of the home’s most inviting features awaits beyond the rear doors: a beautifully landscaped, south-facing garden. Private and serene, it creates an urban sanctuary equally suited to morning coffee, intimate dinners, summer entertaining, or larger gatherings with family and friends. The spacious living areas connect naturally to the garden, giving the home an appealing indoor-outdoor quality that is increasingly difficult to find in Manhattan. A finished basement provides even greater versatility, currently offering a washer and dryer, storage room, and expansive open space which could be adapted to suit a variety of needs—a home gym, recreation room, studio, office, creative space, or additional storage. Ideally situated in the heart of Harlem, the property is convenient to the B, C, 2, and 3 subway lines and numerous bus routes. The nearby 125th Street corridor offers an extensive array of shopping and everyday conveniences, including Whole Foods Market, Trader Joe’s, Target, H&M, Old Navy, and Planet Fitness. Harlem’s celebrated independent businesses, cafés, restaurants, and cultural destinations are equally close at hand. St Nicholas Park and Riverbank State Park are two of the neighborhood largest parks to the west with Mount Morris Park and Central Park to the south with many smaller ones dotted throughout the neighborhood. Showings are by appointments only.