#RLS11020904, Meyer Ohana, Listing office: Corcoran Group

229 W 138th St New York City, NY 10030
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About 229 W 138th St
Rare opportunity to own a landmarked Colonial Revival townhouse in Harlem’s historic St. Nicholas District. Designed by Bruce Price & Clarence Luce in the 1890s, this sunlit home features five restored wood-burning fireplaces, high ceilings, skylights, a private landscaped terrace, and a gated driveway with a 2-car garage. The spacious triplex offers an open concept parlor floor with elegant dining, gourmet kitchen with Italian granite and pro-grade appliances, a luxurious master suite with jetted tub, two large bedrooms, a home office/nursery, and two and a half baths. Includes a separate Airbnb-ready furnished one-bedroom apt. The terrace is perfect for tea or a nightcap, and the private garage offers peace of mind.
Highlights
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Fireplace: Wood Burning
- Total Bedroom Count: 5
- Exterior: Building Garden, Private Outdoor Space Under 60 Sqft
- Architectural Style: Prewar, Walk-Up
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $2,800,000
- Price/SqFt: $804
- Year Built: 1890
- Living Area: 3,480 SqFt
- MLS Number: RLS20025498
- MLS Name: RLS
- Office Name: KARTEN REAL ESTATE SERVICES LLC
- Office Phone: (917) 502-2635
- Listing Agent: Mark Karten
- Agent Phone: (917) 502-2635
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Nearby schools
5
P.S. 92 Mary McLeod Bethune School
Public District KG-5
0.2 mi
•222 W 134th St
5
P.S. 175 Henry H. Garnet School
Public District KG-5
0.3 mi
•175 W 134th St
5
P.S. 194 Countee Cullen School
Public District PK-5
0.3 mi
•244 W 144th St
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $61,517. Residents of New York City, NY typically earn between $35k-100k each year. Typical family type is single, no kids. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
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About 229 W 138th St
The listing price of 229 W 138th St property is $2,800,000.
The property 229 W 138th St is a multi located in New York City, New York, 10030.
Active Listing: 229 W 138th St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 229 W 138th St are: P.S. 92 Mary McLeod Bethune School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), P.S. 175 Henry H. Garnet School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), P.S. 194 Countee Cullen School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), P.S. 123 Mahalia Jackson School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Success Academy Charter School-Harlem 5 (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), St. Hope Leadership Academy Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Thurgood Marshall Academy for Learning & Social Change (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Eagle Academy for Young Men of Harlem (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Mott Hall High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10).
The property 229 W 138th St is 3,480 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 229 W 138th St is 1890.
This home is located at 229 W 138th St in New York City, NY and zip code 10030 in the Central Harlem neighborhood. This 3,480 square foot home was built in 1890. Features: 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 20, 2025 and is currently priced at $2,800,000.
New York City, NY housing market in June 2025 saw over 232 listings sold above listed price, more than 1007 sold at listed price and over 715 sold below. Between May and June 2025, New York City, NY real estate market has seen decrease in the number of listings by 4.3%. The median list price of listings available in June 2025 was $881,252, while the average time on the real estate market was 99 days.