--- title: "36 West 138th Street #52, New York City, NY 10037" description: "36 West 138th Street #52, New York City, NY 10037 — Harlem, New York City, NY. Listing Price $215,000. Price Reduced: Reduced $15,000 (6.5%) from $230,000 on September 21, 2026. 1 bed, 1 bath, 550 sqft Illustrative Buyer Commission Share of $3,225 at closing, based on a 3% buyer-broker commission." url: "https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/new-developments/newyorkcity/manhattan/10037/36-west-138th-street-52-ny-10037" source: "Real Estate Rebate Team" dateModified: "2026-09-27T05:49:23.064Z" status: "Active" --- # 36 West 138th Street #52, New York City, NY 10037 Harlem, New York City, NY Courtesy of Harlem Lofts Inc Last updated: September 27, 2026, 1:49 AM ## At a Glance - **Listing Price**: $215,000 - **Price Reduced**: Reduced $15,000 (6.5%) from $230,000 on September 21, 2026 - **Beds**: 1 - **Baths**: 1 - **Sqft**: 550 - **Common Charges**: $477 / mo - **Price per Sqft**: $391 - **Brokerage Fee**: Share Eligible ## The Private Brokerage Advantage As an independent luxury buyer representative, Régis shares 50% of the buyer-side commission he actually receives on your purchase. Eligible buyers receive that Buyer Commission Share directly at closing to offset closing costs, down payments, or renovations. The figures below are illustrative, based on a **3% buyer-broker commission**; your share follows the commission offered on the transaction. - **Contract Purchase Price**: $215,000 - **Illustrative Buyer Commission Share**: -$3,225* - **Illustrative Net Cost**: $211,775 *Illustrative Buyer Savings of $3,225 — 50% of a 3% buyer-broker commission, shared at closing.* [Request a private tour](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/contact) · [Estimate your Buyer Commission Share](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/calculators/buyer-closing-cost-calculator) ## Photos (9) ![36 West 138th Street #52, New York City, NY 10037 — photo 1 of 9](https://realestaterebatesnewyork-bucket.nyc3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/a6d0427f-3a63-4871-8a34-eb58377a0b8f.jpg) ![36 West 138th Street #52, New York City, NY 10037 — photo 2 of 9](https://realestaterebatesnewyork-bucket.nyc3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/c8562371-dcf0-4c8e-9078-b36997a0bfc1.jpg) ![36 West 138th Street #52, New York City, NY 10037 — photo 3 of 9](https://realestaterebatesnewyork-bucket.nyc3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/516bf37a-b03a-4d34-8784-ae2e88030f8b.jpg) ![36 West 138th Street #52, New York City, NY 10037 — photo 4 of 9](https://realestaterebatesnewyork-bucket.nyc3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/4893c4cf-e822-4546-852a-977dd1a70adf.jpg) ![36 West 138th Street #52, New York City, NY 10037 — photo 5 of 9](https://realestaterebatesnewyork-bucket.nyc3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/b7ab41f6-a471-40ba-89d8-34af392be3f4.jpg) ![36 West 138th Street #52, New York City, NY 10037 — photo 6 of 9](https://realestaterebatesnewyork-bucket.nyc3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/9fc18853-69e1-4a88-b7c5-ee027e8caaf7.jpg) ![36 West 138th Street #52, New York City, NY 10037 — photo 7 of 9](https://realestaterebatesnewyork-bucket.nyc3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/dc355f24-7283-45be-9d3e-47a420e994ab.jpg) ![36 West 138th Street #52, New York City, NY 10037 — photo 8 of 9](https://realestaterebatesnewyork-bucket.nyc3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/ac669d6e-ae93-44a6-9cd9-8f368f9ecd5c.jpg) ![36 West 138th Street #52, New York City, NY 10037 — photo 9 of 9](https://realestaterebatesnewyork-bucket.nyc3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/33d22479-4ac1-49db-97f3-42e46f664b21.jpg) ## Property Overview Newly Renovated Harlem HDFC Gem, An Exceptional Value and a Wonderful Gift Opportunity! Welcome to Apartment 14 at 36 West 138th Street, a beautifully renovated, move-in-ready one-bedroom, one-bathroom walk-up apartment offering exceptional value in the heart of Harlem. In outstanding condition, this inviting home features elegant hardwood floors, a beautifully tiled bathroom, and a well-appointed kitchen with Caesarstone countertops and brand-new appliances. A washer/dryer hookup adds further convenience. Monthly common charges are an affordable $477.50. Whether you're looking for your next home, a pied--terre, or a meaningful gift for a family member or loved one, this apartment presents a unique opportunity. Please note that the purchase must be an all-cash transaction, and proof of funds is required. The location is hard to beat. The 125th Street commercial corridor, with Whole Foods, Trader Joes, Target, and Marshalls, is nearby, while the Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture, Harlem YMCA, and Harlem Cycle Fitness Studio are all within a short walk along 135th Street. Enjoy some of Harlems most beloved restaurants, including Sylvias, Red Rooster, and Corner Social, all conveniently located nearby. Transportation is also excellent, with the 2/3 subway station at 135th Street and M1, M7, M98, and M102 bus service close at hand. For drivers, a parking garage is located at the end of the block, with easy access to the Harlem River Drive and Madison Avenue Bridge. This is an HDFC cooperative building and income restrictions apply. Maximum household income may not exceed 165% of the New York City Area Median Income (AMI). Based on FY 2025 NYC Department of Housing Preservation and Development data, the maximum income limits are: 1 person: $187,110 2 people: $213,840 Zero percent (0%) of the maintenance is tax deductible. Showings are by appointment and are subject to the required proof of funds. Please contact the listing agent, Harlem Lofts, Inc., to schedule a private showing. All information has been gathered from third-party sources and is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed. Income restrictions are based on FY 2025 data from the New York City Department of Housing Preservation and Development. Buyers should consult with their own attorneys, financial advisors, and other appropriate professionals. Apartment 14 at 36 West 138th Street is a rare opportunity to own a beautifully renovated home in a vibrant Harlem location, whether for yourself or as a special gift for someone you love. ## Property Details - **Property Type**: Co-op - **Beds**: 1 - **Baths**: 1 - **Rooms**: 4 - **Sqft**: 550 sqft - **Stories**: 6 - **Year Built**: 1900 - **Price per Sqft**: $391 - **Common Charges**: $477 / Monthly - **Listed On**: Jan 26, 2026 - **Days on Market**: 249 Days ### Residence Features - Window Unit(s) - Radiant - In Unit - High Ceilings - Dryer - Washer - Hardwood ## Estimated Monthly Payment **$1,564 / month**, assuming a 20% down payment ($43,000), a 6.5% interest rate and a 30-year term. The page's calculator lets a buyer change all three. - **Principal & Interest**: $1,087 - **Common Charges**: $477 Estimates only. Actual payments may vary. Confirm terms with your lender. ## Sales and market data ### Recent sales 2 apartments at 36 West 138th Street have recorded sales since October 2021, the most recent for $435,000 in July 2025. Prices are the figures recorded with the City, not asking prices. | Unit | Beds | Sq Ft | Sold Price | $/ft² | Sold | Source | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 14 (Apartment) | 4 | 910 | $435,000 | $478/ft² | July 14, 2025 | City record · MLS | | 51 (Apartment) | 3 | — | $300,000 | — | July 2, 2024 | City record · MLS | Every row is a recorded transaction, including ancillary spaces such as storage and staff rooms where they were sold separately. Those are excluded from the benchmark below. ### How this price compares - **This home**: $215,000 - **Median sold price**: $515,000 - **Difference**: -$300,000 (-58.3%) - **This home, $/ft²**: $391 - **Comparable sales**: 21 - **Sales from**: October 2024 – April 2026 - **Middle half of those sales**: $398,000 – $750,000 Based on co-op one-bedroom sales in Harlem. Square footage is recorded for only 6 of these 21 sales (29%), so no price per square foot is shown for this group. Co-op sales rarely carry a floor area, and a figure drawn from a handful of them would not describe the rest. This building has not had enough comparable sales of its own in the period to support a median, so the benchmark is drawn from Harlem instead. ### How these sales were negotiated - **Sale-to-list price**: 97.5% (20 sales) - **Sold below asking**: 75% (20 sales) - **Typical time to find a buyer**: 76 days (20 sales) - **Typical time to close**: 76 days (20 sales) Based on co-op one-bedroom sales in Harlem with the required listing and closing data. Sample sizes vary by metric. These are two separate periods measured on different clocks — time to find a buyer, and time from agreed deal to closing. They are medians of different sets of sales and do not add together into a single "days on market" figure. ### Price trend Median sale price, co-op one-bedroom sales in Harlem | Year | Median sold price | Sales | | --- | --- | --- | | 2017 | $685,000 | 18 | | 2018 | $695,000 | 20 | | 2019 | $569,500 | 34 | | 2021 | $580,000 | 36 | | 2022 | $650,000 | 27 | | 2023 | $562,000 | 22 | | 2024 | $515,000 | 19 | | 2025 | $710,000 | 12 | Based on recorded co-op one-bedroom sales in Harlem. Sales data through April 2026. Sale prices are the consideration recorded with the City in ACRIS, and each sale is dated by the day the City recorded it. A closing date reported to the MLS typically falls one to two weeks earlier. Recorded sales describe what has already happened and are not an appraisal, a valuation, or an estimate of what this home will sell for. [See every recorded sale at 36 West 138th Street](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/buildings/new-york-city/manhattan/36-west-138th-street) ## Price and Property History for 36 West 138th Street, Unit 52 Review the recorded listing activity for 36 West 138th Street, Unit 52, including asking-price changes and prior market dates. - **Latest price change**: Reduced by $15,000, or 6.5%, on September 21, 2026 - **Originally listed**: January 16, 2026 at $299,000 - **Current asking price**: $215,000 | Date | Price | Listing event | | --- | --- | --- | | September 21, 2026 | $215,000 | Asking price reduced by $15,000, or 6.5% | | August 17, 2026 | $230,000 | Asking price reduced by $10,000, or 4.2% | | July 24, 2026 | $240,000 | Asking price reduced by $10,000, or 4% | | January 16, 2026 | $299,000 | Listed for sale by Harlem Lofts Inc | ## Property Taxes This apartment is part of a co-op that is taxed as one lot shared across 35 apartments. The corporation’s 2026 property tax bill was $61,657 for the whole building. Shareholders cover it through their monthly maintenance rather than a separate bill for this unit. [See the full property tax history for 36 West 138th Street](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/buildings/new-york-city/manhattan/36-west-138th-street) [How we source and calculate NYC property tax data](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/nyc-property-tax-data-methodology) ## About The Building ### 36 West 138th Street Harlem · Stock Cooperative 36 West 138th Street, New York, NY 10037 A building in Harlem, currently featuring 1 active listing. - **Year Built**: 1900 - **Active Units**: 1 - **Floors**: 6 [View the building page](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/buildings/new-york-city/manhattan/36-west-138th-street) ### Available Residences — For Sale (1) | Unit | Beds | Baths | Size | Price / Ft² | Price | Listing Office | Listed Date | Days on Market | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [52](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/new-developments/newyorkcity/manhattan/10037/36-west-138th-street-52-ny-10037) | 1 | 1 | 550 sqft | $391 | $215,000 (-6.5%) | Harlem Lofts Inc | Jan 26, 2026 | 249 days | ## Harlem Overview of Harlem [Explore Harlem](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/neighborhoods/new-york-city/manhattan/harlem) · [All Neighborhoods](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/neighborhoods) ### Nearby Harlem - [Morningside Heights real estate for sale](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/neighborhoods/new-york-city/manhattan/morningside-heights) - [East Harlem real estate for sale](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/neighborhoods/new-york-city/manhattan/east-harlem) ## Related Links - [36 West 138th Street — building page](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/buildings/new-york-city/manhattan/36-west-138th-street) - [Harlem neighborhood guide](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/neighborhoods/new-york-city/manhattan/harlem) - [Estimate your Buyer Commission Share and closing costs](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/calculators/buyer-closing-cost-calculator) - [Contact Régis Roumila](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/contact) --- > RLS IDX Data display by Real Estate Rebate Team. 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