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5 East 131st Street A3New York, NY 10037

For Sale

$290,000

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Best Priced 2 Bedroom In Harlem!

Welcome to this sun-filled South facing-two bedroom HDFC co-op apartment conveniently located off Fifth Avenue in the heart of Harlem!!

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The split layout separates spacious bedrooms with lots of closet space!
The living room boasts 3 large windows facing South and space for a dining furniture arrangement. The windowed kitchen has ample storage and counter space. Hardwood floors throughout. The bathroom provides a generous soaking tub and vanity. This is excellent value as a primary residence on a quiet uptown block, ready to move-in. Washer/Dryer permitted with co-op approval. Enjoy one of 4 residents-only private outdoor pocket parks and a children’s playground.

You’ll be near all that 125th Street central shopping has to offer including Whole Foods, Bed Bath & Beyond, DSW, Marshalls, Trader Joe’s and a multitude of other services. Harlem’s restaurant row is close by offering an eclectic mix of dining and entertainment such as Red Rooster, Lido, Sylvia's, Angel of Harlem, Fox at Frederick Douglass – and of course, the legendary Apollo theater. There’s a new Food Hub. Harlem is culturally rich with art galleries and many other educational & cultural institutions like City College, a/k/a the Hogwarts of Manhattan, Schomburg Center and the new Studio Museum and National Black Theatre currently in development. All within reach!

Close to transportation 2/3, B/C subways, M7, M102 buses nearby on Lenox Avenue. Metro North Railroad at 125th/Park Avenue offers a convenient getaway. City College, Columbia University, and Touro College are easy commutes.

Madison Avenue HDFC is a unique co-op that consists of 12 buildings with 5 private parks, accessible to residents only. There’s a community room available for events, and a laundry facility for the complex. No smoking building. Washer/Dryer permitted with co-op approval.

Low maintenance, no assessments or flip tax. Financing permitted up to 80%.
Gifting & Co-purchasing allowed.
HDFC Co-op subject to household income limits at 165% AMI (2025):
1–$187K; 2–$213K; 3–$240K; 4–$267K.

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*Appliances are Stainless Steel!*

Listed by Jhonatan Ocampo

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License #10401288877

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Compass

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(240) 706-5343

Listed by Bruce A Robertson

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License #30RO1055363

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Compass

Last updated August 06, 2025

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Source: REBNY #RLS20040062

Listing Facts

  • TypeCo-op
  • NeighborhoodEast Harlem
  • Bedrooms2
  • Bathrooms1
  • Days on Prevu39
  • HOA/Maint. Fees$1,090/month

Amenities

  • Washer/Dryer
  • Pets Allowed

Location

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Listing History

07/30/2025
Listed by Compass
$290,000

Estimated Closing Costs

Total
$9,500
Attorney Fees
$4,000
Bank Attorney
$1,500
Other Closing Costs
$4,000

Estimated closing costs are based on the list price of $290,000 and a 20% downpayment. These estimates are for indicative purposes only. Actual closing costs may vary for each transaction. See the Closing Costs Calculator for calculations specific to your situation.

Property Details for 5 East 131st Street A3

Association

Amenities

  • Pets Allowed: Building Yes

Fees

  • Association Fee: $1,090.00 Monthly

Exterior

Construction

  • Number Of Units Total: 9
  • Property Condition: Excellent
  • Stories Total: 5
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Entry Level: 3

Features

  • View: City

Measurements

  • Lot Size Dimensions: 50
  • Lot Size Units: SquareFeet

Interior

Features

  • Appliances: Cooktop, Dryer, Gas Cooktop, Gas Oven, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer
  • Flooring: Hardwood

Measurements

  • Living Area Units: SquareFeet

Rooms

  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 1
  • Bedrooms Total: 2
  • Rooms Total: 5

Other

Location

  • City Region: Manhattan
  • Subdivision Name: Central Harlem
  • Tax Block: 01756
  • Tax Lot: 0006

Utilities

Equipment

  • Laundry Features: Common Area

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Rebate estimate is indicative only and based on listing price and estimated buyer's agent commission paid by owner, if applicable. Final rebates are subject to Terms of Use and may vary due to final negotiated transaction terms.