RENTED JUN 8, 2025

Estimated Value: $462,000 - $509,000

1 Bed
1 Bath
570 Sq Ft
2009 Built

Sale Details

Date Sold: May 8, 2023

Last sale price $465,000 $816 Per Sq Ft

Est. 5% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,172 / mo

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • 4-minute walk to Harlem-125Th Street Station
  • Breakfast Bar
  • High Ceiling
  • Elevator
  • 2-minute walk to Moore Playground

About This Home

As of June 2025

Welcome to 51 E 128th Street (The Metropolis), a boutique condo in the heart of Harlem.

Apartment #1C is a spacious one-bedroom, one-bathroom unit featuring hardwood floors and oversized windows that fill the space with ample natural light from the southern exposure. This apartment also provides generous storage space. The modern kitchen includes an eat-in island and high-quality stainless steel appliances from Bertazzoni, Liebherr, and Bosch. The bedroom is large enough to accommodate a queen-size bed and additional furnishings. Furthermore, the unit comes with a washer and dryer.

- Pets considered on a case-by-case basis
- Move-in date: June 1, 2025.

Condo features include an elevator, fitness center, common roof deck, and 24/7 virtual security.

The Metropolis condominium is centrally situated in Harlem. Residents have access to five subway lines (2, 3, 4, 5, and 6) and the 125th Metro-North Station, with just three stops to Grand Central Station. The vibrant neighborhood boasts numerous restaurants, parks, and the rich culture and history that Harlem has to offer.

Last Agent to Rent the Property

Darrell Williams

Compass License #10301213424 Listed on: 04/30/2025

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Condo Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Year Built

  • Built in 2009

Lot Details

  • South Facing Home

Home Design

  • Entry on the 1st floor

Interior Spaces

  • 570 Sq Ft Home
  • High Ceiling
  • Wood Flooring
  • Home Security System
  • Laundry in unit

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Gas Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • No Heating

Listing and Financial Details

  • Property Available on 6/1/25
  • Tax Block 01753

Community Details

Overview

  • 13 Units
  • Central Harlem Subdivision
  • 6-Story Property

Amenities

  • Elevator

Condo Details

Home Type

Condominium

Year Built

Built in 2009

Lot Details

0 Sq Ft Lot

Rental Info

  • Furnished: Unfurnished
  • Available Date: 2025-06-01

Listing Details

  • Exposures: South
  • Property SubType: Apartment
  • Property Type: Residential Lease
  • Neighborhood: Central Harlem
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Structure Type: Multi Family
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Stories: 6

Interior Features

  • Interior Features: Breakfast Bar, High Ceilings, Kitchen Island
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Gas Oven
  • Fireplace: No
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Living Area: 570.0
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Bathrooms Integer: 1
  • Bedrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Attached Garage: No

Utilities

  • Laundry Features: In Unit, See Remarks
  • Security: Security System
  • Green Building Features: Elevator(s)
  • Cooling: No
  • Heating: No

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Common Interest: Condominium

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 37.500000x99.920000

Building Info

  • New Construction: No
  • Units: 13
  • Total Stories: 6
  • Year Built: 2009

Tax Info

  • Tax Block: 01753
  • Tax Lot: 0000

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 21, 2022
Closed on
May 8, 2023
Sold by
Buffing Kathryn and De Blasio Kathryn
Bought by
Lutungadio Romuald Kazadi
Seller's Agent
David Palmieri
Corcoran Group
List Price
$599,000
Sold Price
$465,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$134,000
-22.37%
Views
3
Current Estimated Value
$486,779

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$21,779
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.53%
Original Mortgage
$418,500
Outstanding Balance
$403,379
Interest Rate
6.28%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$83,400

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 9, 2012
Sold by
128Th Street Llc
Bought by
Buffing Kathryn and De Blasio Michael

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$290,000
Interest Rate
3.91%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records
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Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Lutungadio Romuald Kazadi $465,000 --
Lutungadio Romuald Kazadi $465,000 --
Buffing Kathryn $310,000 --
Buffing Kathryn $310,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Lutungadio Romuald Kazadi $418,500
Closed Lutungadio Romuald Kazadi $418,500
Previous Owner Buffing Kathryn $290,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
06/08/2025 06/08/25 Rented $2,990 0.0% --
06/06/2025 06/06/25 Under Contract -- -- --
04/30/2025 04/30/25 Price Changed $2,990 -3.5% $5 / Sq Ft
04/30/2025 04/30/25 For Rent $3,100 -3.1% --
09/17/2024 09/17/24 Rented $3,200 0.0% --
08/27/2024 08/27/24 Under Contract -- -- --
08/05/2024 08/05/24 For Rent $3,200 0.0% --
05/08/2023 05/08/23 Sold $465,000 -7.0% $816 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
12/25/2022 12/25/22 Off Market $500,000 -- --
12/23/2022 12/23/22 Pending -- -- --
11/17/2022 11/17/22 Price Changed $500,000 0.0% $877 / Sq Ft
09/20/2022 09/20/22 Price Changed $499,999 -3.8% $877 / Sq Ft
07/22/2022 07/22/22 Price Changed $520,000 -2.8% $912 / Sq Ft
05/13/2022 05/13/22 Price Changed $535,000 -6.0% $939 / Sq Ft
04/19/2022 04/19/22 Price Changed $569,000 -5.0% $998 / Sq Ft
03/21/2022 03/21/22 For Sale $599,000 -- $1,051 / Sq Ft
Source: Real Estate Board of New York (REBNY)

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2026 $6,885 $70,326 $21,650 $48,676
2025 $5,301 $68,325 $21,650 $46,675
2024 $5,301 $69,273 $21,650 $47,623
2023 $3,461 $67,394 $21,650 $45,744
2022 $1,807 $65,458 $21,650 $43,808
2021 $257 $67,623 $21,650 $45,973
2020 $262 $75,519 $21,650 $53,869
2019 $265 $72,666 $21,650 $51,016
2018 $267 $70,144 $21,649 $48,495
2017 $267 $67,546 $21,649 $45,897
2016 $270 $64,261 $21,650 $42,611
2015 $211 $58,250 $21,650 $36,600
2014 $211 $53,487 $21,649 $31,838
Source: Public Records

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Source: Real Estate Board of New York (REBNY)

MLS Number: RLS20020033

Real Estate Board of New York (REBNY)

APN: 1753-1303

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