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House for sale at 205 E 120th Street, New York, NY 10035 | MLS# RLS20095188 | Listing updated on 2026-07-02
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$2,650,000

Monthly Est:$13,190

  • Beds Icon6 Beds
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    5 Baths
  • Beds Icon3,648sqft

205 E 120th Street, New York, NY 10035

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  • Mixed Use

  • Built in 1899

  • $-- HOA

  • 1,292.08 sqft lot

  • $726/sq.ft

Description

Rare opportunity to acquire a pristine 100% FREE MARKET RENT mixed use brownstone, this 4-story building consists of 4 sun-flooded residential apartments and 1-commercial unit offering immediate income with significant upside through rent optimization reconfiguration, and air-rights development potential, 205 East 120th Street, New York, NY 10035 is located just east of Third Ave, in one of Manhattan's most dynamic growth corridors with super low expenses and 1031-Exchange ready.

The approximately 3,600+- SF property blends character, efficiency, and flexibility-ideal for both investors or owner-users seeking long-term appreciation with immediate cash flow. Each of the sunny apartments features their own separate heating and hot water systems contributing to streamlined operations and durable net income.

Recent capital improvements include all-new utility systems, fully updated gas lines, new video intercom, upgraded hallways, and major external improvements, allowing for clean ownership transition with ZERO near-term capital exposure.

The beautiful pre-war building has been well maintained, offers a large unfinished basement, and may be delivered with long time Super in place, plus excellent Free Market tenants; Ground floor retail unit is occupied by a longstanding commercial tenant providing stable income, while the 4 residential units are entirely free market, currently rented below projected market levels. A thoughtful renovation and reconfiguration strategy offers potential to significantly increase revenue, while maintaining the building's architectural integrity. Zoned C4-6 (R10 equiv.) and offering 9,322+- SF UNUSED AIR RIGHTS, the property also presents a compelling long term development story. Opportunity Zone designation further enhances its appeal for strategic investors.

Whether positioned as a value-add investment, live-in income producing residence, or a future redevelopment play 205 East 120 Street stands out as a rare, versatile asset in the heart of prime East Harlem on a lovely residential block, across from Hunter College's Silberman School of Social Work, PS 96, and one block from the Art Park sculpture gardens, with excellent grocery, shopping and dining options including Patsy's Pizzeria original location, and easy access to transportation including FDR, Harlem River Drive and RFK Bridge, 3rd Avenue Bus, 4/5/6 and Metro North.

  • Houzeo last checked: 10 minutes ago
  • Listing updated: July 2, 2026 at 3:57 pm
  • Listing Provided by: Lydia H Sussek (917) 721-7853 , Joelle Jensen (646) 285-8809 | Douglas Elliman Real Estate (212) 891-7000
  • Source: Rebny MLS-NY | MLS#: RLS20095188 Rebny MLS-NY

Property Details

  • Status

    Active

  • Type

    Single Family Residence

  • No. of Stories

    4

  • County

    New York County

  • City

    New York

  • Neighborhood

    East Harlem

  • Year Built

    1899

  • HOA Fees

    -

  • Finished Area

    3,648 sqft

  • Lot Size

    1,292.08 sqft lot

  • Basement Area

    - sqft

  • MLS Name

    Rebny MLS

  • MLS Number

    RLS20095188

  • Days on Market

    151

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Facts & Features

Rooms

  • Bedrooms & bathrooms

    Bedrooms: 6

    Bathrooms: 5

Interior

  • Interior Features

    High Ceilings, Smoke Free

  • Exterior Features

    Private Outdoor Space Over60sqft

Utilities & Energy

  • Pool Features

    Building None

  • Fireplace Features

    Decorative

  • Basement

    Other

  • Laundry Features

    Building Other

Other Features

  • Subdivision Name

    East Harlem

  • Patio And Porch Features

    Patio

Price History

DateEventPrice

06/02/2026

Source: mls_logoRebny MLS-NY #RLS20095188

Listed for Sale

$2,650,000

$726/sqft

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