$723,466Average Value$831Average Price per Sq Ft19Homes For Sale
Historic neighborhood with accessible charm
Sugar Hill is a quiet residential neighborhood tucked away in the center of Upper Manhattan. It was named for the “sweet life” it provides residents including prominent 20th-century Black leaders like Supreme Court Justice Thurgood Marshall and jazz musician Cab Calloway. A historically upmarket and landmarked section of Harlem, the area’s tree-lined streets feature prewar co-op buildings, large Romanesque Revival townhomes, a few Queen Anne-style mansions, and a handful of condo complexes. “With well-maintained income-restricted homes the norm and reliable express subways to Midtown, homebuyers get great value here,” says Yaal Gluska, a salesperson with Compass who resides in nearby Hamilton Heights and specializes in the area.
Timeless beauty of Queen Anne mansions in Sugar Hill.
Sugar Hill's history reflected in its Renaissance Revival row houses.
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A chance to live in old New York luxury without Manhattan premiums
Though Sugar Hill is compact, made up of 20 blocks between West 145th Street and West 155th Streets, it has a wide variety of housing. Two-bedroom units in income-restricted co-ops start at $290,000. These carefully preserved prewar buildings often feature ornate architectural details. Comparable condos in updated complexes go for $500,000 to $750,000. Single-family Romanesque Revival and Renaissance Revival townhomes, often with upwards of five bedrooms, fetch between $1.8 million to $3.5 million.
Time-traveling with Sugar Hill's Victorian Romanesque Revival architectural gems.
Modern living in Sugar Hill with contemporary condominiums.
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Well-utilized parks and cultural offerings
Forming a natural buffer with Central Harlem, Jackie Robinson Park has a world-class public pool, dog run, and old-growth trees. While the Sugar Hill Children’s Museum of Art & Storytelling is visited by kids from throughout the city, the recently restored and expanded Beaux Arts style Hispanic Society Museum–specializing in art from Spain, Portugal and Latin America–is another great cultural destination.
Discover, learn, and play at Sugar Hill's Children’s Museum.
Resident of Sugar Hill frequent the Hispanic Society Museum and Library.
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Proximity to trendy restaurants and all the necessities
While a commercial stretch of Broadway in nearby Hamilton Heights features most of the area’s dining and shopping options, ROKC and Harlem Public for example, a few select bistros can be found in Sugar Hill proper. Ethiopian staple Tsion Cafe is joined by Indian street food favorite Mumbai Masala. Oh Craft! Beer is a go-to for artisanal brews and warm pretzels. St. Nicholas Avenue has a Foodtown grocery store.
Sugar Hill residents grabbing groceries for the family from Super Foodtown.
Harlem Public is a very popular bar in Sugar Hill.
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Top-rated public and public charter schools
Sugar Hill benefits from Upper Manhattan’s top-performing public and public charter schools. Students can begin at PS 153 Adam Clayton Powell Jr. Elementary School, with a B-minus from Niche and a separate gifted and talented program. They can move on to Hamilton Heights School, garnering a 4.5/5 score from Great Schools, which covers third grade through 10th grade and offers excellent science courses. The specialized, A-plus High School for Mathematics, Science, and Engineering at City College has been awarded as the best public high school in the state.
PS 153 Adam Clayton Powell is the home of the Wolverines.
Hamilton Heights School in Sugart Hill has garnered a 4.5/5 score from Great Schools.
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A Trick-or-treating tradition
Owing to its tight-knit community atmosphere, Sugar Hill celebrates the spooky season like no other part of town. “They really do it up for Halloween,” says Gluska. “Residents put up tons of decorations and sit on their stoops handing out candy.”
Midtown in minutes
Positioned on either end of the neighborhood, the 145th Street and 155th Street subway stations are served by the A express and C local lines. The B local and D express subways also run through the 145th Street stop. Midtown can be reached in less than 15 minutes. Sugar Hill has quick out-of-town road connections with nearby onramps to the Henry Hudson Parkway and Harlem River Drive.
Residents of Sugar Hill can get to midtown Manhattan in 15 minutes.
The A train in Sugar Hill runs express throughout Manhattan.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Sugar Hill
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Homicide
7
4
Sexual Assault
8
4
Assault with Weapon
7
4
Robbery
5
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Sugar Hill Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Sugar Hill, Manhattan sell after 110 days on the market compared to the national average of 58 days. The median sale price for homes in Sugar Hill, Manhattan over the last 12 months is $437,500, up 12% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
PLEASE TEXT THE LISTING AGENT UPON ARRIVAL TO THE BUILDING FOR ACCESS TO THE OPEN HOUSE. MODERN ELEGANCE WITH A SIDE OF SERENITY! Recently thoughtfully renovated throughout, this spacious and wonderfully quiet 1BR/1BA checks every box-and then some. If "move-in ready" sits high on your home-buying wish list, consider this your lucky day: the only thing you'll need to bring is your
Welcome to your three bedroom home in the co-op at 824 Saint Nicholas Avenue. Every inch of this apartment has been thoughtfully updated, featuring gleaming hardwood floors throughout, recessed lighting, and a stunning chef's kitchen with quartz countertops, white shaker cabinets, subway tile backsplash, and stainless steel appliances. The spa-like bathroom showcases floor-to-ceiling subway
Residence 3C at 443 West 151st Street is a quiet and inviting one-bedroom condominium ideally situated in the heart of Hamilton Heights. Offering exceptionally low monthly carrying costs, this home presents an outstanding opportunity for both primary residents and investors alike. Located two flights up, the apartment features excellent natural light throughout. The corner bedroom is especially
Welcome home to this charming two-bedroom, one-bath residence in the heart of Hamilton Heights. Nestled on a picturesque tree-lined block, this inviting apartment seamlessly blends classic New York character with modern conveniences. The spacious living area is highlighted by exposed brick and oversized double windows that fill the home with natural light. A long and picturesque hallway leads to
Discover this perfect Spacious sun filled 2 bedroom unit, designed to captivate with its abundant natural light and impressive 9 ft. ceilings. The airy ambiance is enhanced by a generous layout that includes a separate formal dining room, ideal for hosting dinners or creating amazing home office. Original 10" molding, hardwood floors throughout, French doors that leads from the living room to
Bright and airy, this three-bedroom, two-bathroom condo is ideally located in the heart of the Hamilton Heights/Sugar Hill Historic District. Set within a boutique condominium, the home is filled with natural light from nine windows, many of which offer open eastern and southern exposures overlooking the beautifully landscaped Hope Community Garden—providing both privacy and a peaceful outlook.
This beautiful pre-war spacious Duplex Condominium, PH level, is located in the Sugar Hill Historic District. Offering 1,436 SF, plenty of living and entertainment space. 2 private decks have 320 SF outside space. Hardwood flooring,11 ft high ceilings, original mantelpieces with upgraded gas fireplaces, Euro-style fixtures, GE Profile appliances, soaking tubs, solid hardwood doors, individually
Hideyoshi SakaeCorcoran Group
$269,000
1 Bed
1 Bath
Smart Start in Hamilton Heights! Directly across from Jackie Robinson Park, this first-floor one-bedroom apartment offers an ideal opportunity for anyone seeking a low-cost way to own in Manhattan. The apartment features restored hardwood floors throughout, a bright living area with a clear park view, and a practical layout with a bedroom set apart from the main living space for added privacy.
A grand townhouse defined by scale, light, and extraordinary original craftsmanship, this five-bedroom residence with flexible potential for seven bedrooms delivers classic Harlem elegance at its most refined. Expansive proportions, impeccably preserved details, and thoughtfully updated interiors create a home that feels both storied and effortlessly livable. The parlor level is nothing
Ari HarkovBrown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC
$1,175,000
4 Beds
2 Baths
Welcome to The Garrison Apartments, one of Hamilton Heights' most distinguished and historically significant prewar residential buildings. Converted into a cooperative in 1929 — the first on Sugar Hill — this intimate, 29-unit landmark is a six-story Beaux-Arts gem whose gracious lobby immediately signals that you've arrived somewhere truly special. NYC-landmarked and listed on the National
Spacious Corner 1BR/1BA with Dining Area & City Views - Hamilton Heights Co-op Unlimited Subletting Allowed After Two Years of Ownership This extra-large, sun-filled corner 1-bedroom, 1-bath apartment offers one of the best layouts in the building. With south and east-facing exposures, the living room is bright and open with expansive, unobstructed downtown views. The windowed eat-in kitchen
Prewar Duplex Condo Maisonette. Giant two bedroom two full bath condo - flooded with light, two full baths, plus washer dryer and great closet space. Hardwood floors. New to the market - prewar condo duplex Welcome to the Sugar Hill condominium. A boutique 10-unit Condominium nestled in the heart of Hamilton Heights. This gracious corner duplex has a separate entrance and feels like
Room for rent: The Hamilton HouseNear the Sugar Hill area of Upper Manhattan, the Hamilton House is full to its rafters with charm. Between its grand staircase, brick accent walls, and select bedrooms with fireplace facades, you’ll feel as though you stepped into a historical home–except with every modern convenience you could need.The LocationThe Hamilton House is
Stunning 2 Bedroom Home with an Expansive Private Terrace - A Rare Find You Dont Want to Miss!Apartment Features:-Bright, Oversized Living Room Filled with Natural Sunlight-Renovated Chefs Kitchen with Stainless Steel Appliances & Dishwasher-Spacious Bedrooms with Excellent Natural Light-Sleek, Modern Bathroom with Stylish Finishes and Contemporary Tiling-Charming Exposed Brick Details & Recessed
Room for rent: The Hamilton HouseNear the Sugar Hill area of Upper Manhattan, the Hamilton House is full to its rafters with charm. Between its grand staircase, brick accent walls, and select bedrooms with fireplace facades, you’ll feel as though you stepped into a historical home–except with every modern convenience you could need.The LocationThe Hamilton House is
Appointment only Great Sugar Hill View above the rooftops on the 10th floor in Landmarked 409 Edgecombe Avenue...Spacious, sunny 1-bedroom apartment fits a King Size bed in HDFC Historic Pre-war building...Renovated, hardwood parquet floors, skim coated walls with pre-war details and much character...Pets are welcome...Two elevators, live-in super, part-time door person and soon to come new
Room for rent: The Hamilton HouseNear the Sugar Hill area of Upper Manhattan, the Hamilton House is full to its rafters with charm. Between its grand staircase, brick accent walls, and select bedrooms with fireplace facades, you’ll feel as though you stepped into a historical home–except with every modern convenience you could need.The LocationThe Hamilton House is
Room for rent: The Hamilton HouseNear the Sugar Hill area of Upper Manhattan, the Hamilton House is full to its rafters with charm. Between its grand staircase, brick accent walls, and select bedrooms with fireplace facades, you’ll feel as though you stepped into a historical home–except with every modern convenience you could need.The LocationThe Hamilton House is
Room for rent: The Hamilton HouseNear the Sugar Hill area of Upper Manhattan, the Hamilton House is full to its rafters with charm. Between its grand staircase, brick accent walls, and select bedrooms with fireplace facades, you’ll feel as though you stepped into a historical home–except with every modern convenience you could need.The LocationThe Hamilton House is
Room for rent: The Hamilton HouseNear the Sugar Hill area of Upper Manhattan, the Hamilton House is full to its rafters with charm. Between its grand staircase, brick accent walls, and select bedrooms with fireplace facades, you’ll feel as though you stepped into a historical home–except with every modern convenience you could need.The LocationThe Hamilton House is
Room for rent: The Hamilton HouseNear the Sugar Hill area of Upper Manhattan, the Hamilton House is full to its rafters with charm. Between its grand staircase, brick accent walls, and select bedrooms with fireplace facades, you’ll feel as though you stepped into a historical home–except with every modern convenience you could need.The LocationThe Hamilton House is
Room for rent: The Hamilton HouseNear the Sugar Hill area of Upper Manhattan, the Hamilton House is full to its rafters with charm. Between its grand staircase, brick accent walls, and select bedrooms with fireplace facades, you’ll feel as though you stepped into a historical home–except with every modern convenience you could need.The LocationThe Hamilton House is
Room for rent: The Hamilton HouseNear the Sugar Hill area of Upper Manhattan, the Hamilton House is full to its rafters with charm. Between its grand staircase, brick accent walls, and select bedrooms with fireplace facades, you’ll feel as though you stepped into a historical home–except with every modern convenience you could need.The LocationThe Hamilton House is
Don't Miss This Spacious 1-Bedroom Home in a Prime Location! Step into this beautifully renovated home featuring premium finishes, generous living space, and a kitchen designed for those who love to cook. Perfectly situated on a sought-after Edgecombe block overlooking Jackie Robinson Park, this apartment offers both comfort and convenience.Apartment Features:-Full-Sized Separate Chefs Kitchen
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