135 W 122ND Street
$2,395,000
MLS# RLS20095654 · South Harlem
Originally listed at $2,650,000. Price last reduced on July 28, 2026.
Listed June 4, 2026 · 160 days on the market
5 Beds 6 Baths 4,250 Sq.Ft.
About This Property
135 West 122nd Street A Landmark-Quality Victorian Townhouse in Harlem's Mount Morris Park Historic District
Timeless beauty. Smart investment. A rare, one-of-a-kind opportunity.
On a quiet, tree-lined block in Harlem's Mount Morris Park Historic District, this distinguished Victorian townhouse offers a rare blend of history, beauty, and opportunity. It's a residence that feels both inspiring and secure - combining warmth, flexibility, and enduring value in a way few homes can.
A Story of Enduring Elegance 135 West 122nd Street is part of a celebrated row of Queen Anne rowhouses at 133-143 West 122nd Street, designed in the late 19th century by renowned architect Francis Kimball - a pioneer of ornamental terra cotta in America and later hailed as a "father of the skyscraper." Widely considered among the most beautiful rows in the Mount Morris Park area, the home is a study in craftsmanship: carved brownstone, red brick, and richly detailed terra cotta come together in a facade at once powerful and graceful. The block's architectural character is protected within the Mount Morris Park Historic District, lending the property both lasting prestige and the assurance that its setting will endure.
The Owner's Triplex - A Sanctuary of Light & Style Spanning three levels and opening to a private 1,000+ square foot garden, the owner's triplex is the heart of the home. The garden level features a gourmet kitchen and open entertaining areas that flow effortlessly to the lush backyard - equally suited for dinner parties or quiet mornings with coffee. Upstairs, elegant parlors, period fireplaces, and gracious, light-filled rooms create a retreat of comfort and serenity where original character meets everyday ease.
Additional Duplexes & Studio - Income Meets Flexibility Above the owner's residence are two charming duplex apartments and a light-filled studio - offering excellent rental potential or generous space for extended family and guests. Each unit is thoughtfully laid out for comfort and independence, with bright interiors, hardwood floors, and modern conveniences, all supported by a video intercom system for added security and peace of mind.
Beauty That Endures, Value That Grows With over 5,250 square feet across four units, this property delivers not just a lifestyle but a smart investment. Live beautifully in the triplex while generating income from the upper units - a rare advantage, and a meaningful one in today's market.
A Neighborhood with Heart Just steps from Marcus Garvey Park, this address places you within easy reach of Red Rooster, SottoCasa, Whole Foods, Trader Joe's, and a wealth of charming local cafés and boutiques. With cultural treasures, leafy parks, and convenient transit close at hand, it's Harlem at its most authentic - historic, elegant, and full of life. 135 West 122nd Street is more than a home - it's a legacy and a lifestyle, and a rare chance to embrace history while living beautifully in the present.
Agent's Note
From Curtis Bain. Details about the apartment are drawn from the listing information provided through RLS by Corcoran Group.
Behind the owner's triplex, the garden runs more than 1,000 square feet, and the garden level's kitchen and entertaining areas flow straight out to it. That makes the outdoor space part of everyday cooking and dining, not just something to look at from a window.
The house is a Queen Anne rowhouse designed in the late 19th century by Francis Kimball, a pioneer of ornamental terra cotta, and it sits within the Mount Morris Park Historic District. Carved brownstone, red brick and terra cotta make up the facade, and the architecture of the whole row is part of its appeal.
Upstairs, the high ceilings and decorative fireplace give the rooms a sense of volume. High ceilings tend to make furniture arrangements more flexible, and that's useful in a house with this many rooms.
There's a washer and dryer in the unit, which saves a trip out for laundry, and the kitchen has a dishwasher. The listing describes two duplexes and a studio above the owner's triplex, so the house can be read as several floors of living space.
The 125th Street station on the 2 and 3 is about 4 minutes on foot, and Marcus Garvey Park, about 20 acres, is about 5 minutes away. Whole Foods and Trader Joe's are each about 4 minutes away on foot, and the Apollo Theater is about 7 minutes.
Quick answers+
Is there private outdoor space?
Yes. A private garden of more than 1,000 square feet opens from the owner's triplex.
Does the home have in-unit laundry?
Yes, there is a washer and dryer in the unit.
Does the home have a fireplace?
Yes, there is a decorative fireplace.
Curtis Bain
Brown Harris Stevens
Property Features
Policies
- Pets allowed
- Smoke-free
Home features
- Washer/dryer in unit
- Decorative fireplace
- Dishwasher
- High ceilings
- Private outdoor space (over 60 sq ft)
Building amenities
Services and facilities
- Green building
Estimate
Monthly Cost & Closing Costs
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$14,286 / month
- Principal and interest$12,110
- Property taxes$2,176
Due at closing
- Down payment (20%)$479,000
- NYS “mansion tax” (1.25%)$29,938
- Mortgage recording tax (1.925%)$36,883
Not included: attorney, title insurance, lender and appraisal fees, board application and move-in fees, flip tax and prepaid items. Estimates only, based on the published New York State rates. Your attorney and lender will confirm the real figures.
Location & Nearby
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135 W 122ND Street
Subway
- 23125 StAbout 4 min walk
- 23116 StAbout 8 min walk
- BC116 StAbout 9 min walk
- ABCD125 StAbout 10 min walk · Accessible
Parks
- Marcus Garvey ParkAbout 5 min walk
- Martin Luther King, Jr. PlaygroundAbout 11 min walk
- Morningside ParkAbout 11 min walk
Public schools · Elementary schools
- Future Leaders Institute Charter School · CharterAbout 1 min walk
- P.S. 242 - The Young Diplomats Magnet AcademyAbout 1 min walk
- Harlem Village Academy West Charter School · CharterAbout 4 min walk
Middle schools
- Mott Hall IIAbout 4 min walk
- New Design Middle SchoolAbout 7 min walk
High schools
- Wadleigh Secondary School for The Performing & Visual ArtsAbout 11 min walk
- Frederick Douglass Academy II Secondary SchoolAbout 11 min walk
Colleges & universities
- New York College of Podiatric MedicineAbout 11 min walk
- Teachers College, Columbia UniversityAbout 18 min walk
- Columbia UniversityAbout 19 min walk
- Touro UniversityAbout 20 min walk
Museums
- Museum of African American CinemaAbout 5 min walk
- Raices Latin Music MuseumAbout 25 min walk
- Museum of the City of New YorkAbout 26 min walk
Walking times are estimates. Schools shown are the nearest public and charter schools and are not zone assignments; a nearby school is not necessarily the one an address is zoned for. Confirm zoning with the NYC Department of Education. Sources: MTA, NYC Parks and NYC Department of City Planning open data.
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