621 W 138th Street
$2,000,000
MLS# RLS20095567 · Hamilton Heights
Listed June 4, 2026 · 160 days on the market
8 Beds 8 Baths 2,535 Sq.Ft.
About This Property
Positioned on a picturesque, tree-lined block between Broadway and Riverside Drive, 621 West 138th Street offers a premier opportunity to acquire a classic, well-maintained pre-war townhouse-style apartment building in the heart of Hamilton Heights. Built in 1920, this four-story asset comprises eight residential units, offering investors an immediate, stable income stream with substantial long-term upside in one of Upper Manhattan’s most resilient rental markets.
The property boasts an exceptional location catering to a built-in, high-quality tenant base of young professionals, graduate students, and faculty.
Higher Education & Healthcare: Anchored by the continuous expansion of Columbia University’s Manhattanville Campus, The City College of New York (CCNY), and NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital.
Transit & Parks: Steps from the 1 subway line at 137th St–City College, providing a seamless commute to Midtown. Residents also enjoy immediate proximity to the scenic waterfronts of Riverside Park and the recreational facilities at Riverbank State Park.
Investment Highlights
Asset Configuration: 8 residential units across 3 stories (efficiently laid out for maximum rental appeal).
Pre-War Architecture: Built in 1920, featuring classic New York townhouse charm and solid brick construction.
Turnkey with Upside: Stable current cash flow with a clear pathway to income optimization and value enhancement through modern renovations.
Prime Location: Situated on a highly desirable, quiet residential block with strong neighborhood character and high historical demand.
621 West 138th Street represents a rare opportunity to capture the enduring demand for quality rental housing in a culturally rich, supply-constrained Manhattan neighborhood.
Agent's Note
From Curtis Bain. Details about the apartment are drawn from the listing information provided through RLS by Compass.
621 West 138th Street is a 1920 brick building with eight residential units, and the listing shows 2,535 square feet, eight bedrooms and eight bathrooms. Its pre-war character is part of the appeal, and crown molding is among the features the listing names.
Separate units under one roof mean each household keeps its own routine behind its own door. The trade-off is shared responsibility for the whole structure, which is worth understanding before you buy into a building with this many homes.
Pre-war buildings reward a close look at each unit's layout and condition more than the date alone. The listing also notes private outdoor space of over 60 square feet, so it's worth seeing how that space sits relative to the rooms it serves.
Transit is close, with the 137 St-City College station on the 1 line about 2 minutes on foot. Riverside Park is also about 2 minutes away, and Jacob H. Schiff Playground is about 4 minutes off. Food Universe Marketplace and Golden Deli are each about 3 minutes away, and the Hudson River is about 0.2 miles to the west.
Quick answers+
How many residential units does the building have?
The building has eight residential units.
Is there private outdoor space?
Yes. There is private outdoor space of over 60 square feet.
Are pets allowed?
Cats and dogs are allowed.
Curtis Bain
Brown Harris Stevens
Property Features
Policies
- Cats and dogs allowed
Home features
- Crown molding
- Private outdoor space (over 60 sq ft)
Estimate
Monthly Cost & Closing Costs
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$10,722 / month
- Principal and interest$10,113
- Property taxes$609
Due at closing
- Down payment (20%)$400,000
- NYS “mansion tax” (1.25%)$25,000
- Mortgage recording tax (1.925%)$30,800
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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621 W 138th Street
Subway
- 1137 St-City CollegeAbout 2 min walk · Accessible
- 1145 StAbout 9 min walk
- BC135 StAbout 13 min walk
Parks
- Riverside ParkAbout 2 min walk
- Jacob H. Schiff PlaygroundAbout 4 min walk
- West Harlem PiersAbout 6 min walk
Public schools · Elementary schools
- P.S. 192 Jacob H. SchiffAbout 4 min walk
- KIPP S.T.A.R. College Preparatory Charter School · CharterAbout 6 min walk
- KIPP Infinity Charter School · CharterAbout 6 min walk
Middle schools
- Hamilton Grange Middle SchoolAbout 4 min walk
- Urban Assembly Academy for Future LeadersAbout 13 min walk
High schools
- High School for Mathematics, Science and Engineering at City CollegeAbout 8 min walk
- A. Philip Randolph Campus High SchoolAbout 10 min walk
Colleges & universities
- City College of New York (CUNY)About 8 min walk
- Manhattan School of MusicAbout 21 min walk
- Boricua CollegeAbout 23 min walk
- Teachers College, Columbia UniversityAbout 24 min walk
Museums
- Museum of the American IndianAbout 19 min walk
- Sugar Hill Children'S Museum of Art & StorytellingAbout 23 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.
Listing Courtesy of Compass
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