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$2,800,000

For Sale - Active
229 W 138th St, New York, NY 10030
5 Beds
3 Baths
0 Square Feet
0.04 Acres Lot
Built in 1890
For Sale - Active
4 Units
Checked: 3 hours ago
Updated: Jun 19, 2025 at 03:25AM

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$11,680
Cap Rate
1.1%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-21.8%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.18
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-17.0%

Property Description


0.04 Acres Lot
Built in 1890
For Sale - Active
4 Units

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.

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Location


Property Details


Parking

  • Details: Attached, Driveway
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Spaces Total: 2

Bedroom Information

  • # of Bedrooms: 5

Bathroom Information

  • # of Baths (Full): 3
  • # of Baths (Total): 3.0

Interior Features

  • # of Stories: 3
  • Basement Description: Partially Finished
  • Fireplace: Yes

Land Information

  • Land Use: Residential Income
  • Land Use Subtype: Quadruplex

Lot Information

  • Parcel ID: 020240018
  • Lot Size: 1700 sqft

Property Information

  • Property Type: Triplex
  • Year Built: 1890

Tax Information

  • Annual Tax: $7,524

Utilities

  • Water & Sewer: Public
  • Heating: Baseboard, Hot Water, Natural Gas, Steam, Wood
  • Cooling: Central Air, Wall/Window Unit(s)

Location

  • County: New York

Listing Details


Listed by:
Mark Karten PSA SRS
Karten Real Estate Svcs LLC
(929) 605-5545

Source:
OneKey MLS
MLS#: 864573
OneKey MLS

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$11,680
Cap Rate
1.1%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-21.8%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.18
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-17.0%

Purchase Details

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Purchase price:
$2,800,000
Amount financed:
-$2,240,000
Down payment:
$560,000
Closing costs:
$84,000
Rehab costs:
$0
Initial cash invested:
$644,000
Square feet:
0
Cost per square foot:
n/a
Monthly rent per square foot:
n/a

Financing Details

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Loan amount:
$2,240,000
Loan to value ratio:
80.0%
Loan type:
Amortizing
Term:
30 years
Interest rate:
6.500%
Principal & interest:
$14,158
Property tax:
$627
Insurance:
$315
Private mortgage insurance (PMI):
$0
Monthly payment:
$15,100

Operating Income

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% Rent Monthly Yearly
Gross rent:
$4,500 $54,000
Vacancy loss: (6%)
6% -$270 -$3,240
Operating income:
$4,230 $50,760

Operating Expenses


% Rent Monthly Yearly
Property taxes: (14%)
14%-$627-$7,524
Insurance: (7%)
7%-$315-$3,780
Property management: (8%)
8%-$360-$4,320
Repairs & maintenance: (5%)
5%-$225-$2,700
Capital expenditures: (5%)
5%-$225-$2,700
HOA fees: (n/a)
n/an/an/a
Total operating expenses: (39%)
39%-$1,752-$21,024

Cash Flow


Monthly Yearly
Net operating income:
$2,478 $29,736
Mortgage payments:
-$14,158 -$169,896
Cash flow:
$11,680 $140,160