SOLD MAY 8, 2023
RENTED JUN 8, 2025
51 E 128th St Unit 1C New York, NY 10035
East Harlem Neighborhood
1
Bed
1
Bath
570
Sq Ft
$390/mo
HOA Fee
Highlights
- Newly Remodeled
- 4-minute walk to Harlem-125Th Street Station
- 2-minute walk to Moore Playground
- South Facing Home
About This Home
As of May 2023Mint Condition 1 Bedroom Condo at the Metropolis with Incredibly Low Monthlies and a Washer/Dryer in Unit.
Enhance your lifestyle by living in this boutique elevator building with a spectacular roof deck, fitness center, bike storage and 24/7 virtual doorman system. Arrive at Apartment 1C directly off the main level to discover a beautifully designed modern home. The flawless layout features a spacious living room with an abundance of oversized south-facing windows that continuously flood the space with natural light. Enjoy a pristine gourmet chef's kitchen equipped with Bertazzoni-Liebherr-Bosch appliances, ample cabinetry, and an inviting breakfast bar island crafted with Caesarstone quartz countertops. The sprawling bathroom is outfitted with top notch fixtures from Kohler and Porcelanosa. Other highlights include the pristinely maintained hardwood floors and large closets created with custom Elfa systems.
The Metropolis prides itself on being an extremely energy conscious and efficient building. A solar hot water heating system coupled with green roof technology minimize the building's carbon footprint while keeping the utility costs for residents low. The fitness center contains free weights, pull up bars, a bench press and more. You can operate the building door and package room from a remote mobile application.
Central Harlem is rich with culture and provides access to some of the finest restaurants and cafes in the city, including Red Rooster. Whole Foods Market is nearby, and Trader Joes is coming in 2023. It also boasts the famous Apollo Theatre, National Jazz Museum, and wonderful Marcus Garvey Park. With access to five major subway lines (2,3,4,5,6) and the Metro-North for a quick trip to Grand Central, it is hard to find a more accessible destination. The building has a 421-A Tax Abatement in place until 2026.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Corcoran Group License #10301220616 Listed on: 03/21/2022
Property Details
Home Type
- Condominium
Est. Annual Taxes
- $1,800
Year Built
- Built in 2010 | Newly Remodeled
HOA Fees
- $390 Monthly HOA Fees
Home Design
- 570 Sq Ft Home
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 1 Bedroom
- 1 Full Bathroom
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
- Washer Dryer Allowed
Additional Features
- Dishwasher
- South Facing Home
Community Details
- 13 Units
- Metropolis Condos
- East Harlem Subdivision
- 6-Story Property
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Block 01753
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
6
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$32,511
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-3.21%
Original Mortgage
$418,500
Outstanding Balance
$407,985
Interest Rate
6.28%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$24,504
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
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $465,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $465,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $310,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $310,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $418,500 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Closed | $418,500 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $290,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $275,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 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 Compared to Growth
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Darrell Williams
Seller's Agent in 2025
Darrell Williams
Compass
(267) 234-4084
5 in this area
25 Total Sales
-
Michael Bhagwandin
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2024
Michael Bhagwandin
Compass
(917) 903-3843
27 Total Sales
-
David Palmieri
Seller's Agent in 2023
David Palmieri
Corcoran Group
(631) 525-2729
1 in this area
50 Total Sales
-
Nathaniel Faust
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2023
Nathaniel Faust
Corcoran Group
(917) 774-1473
1 in this area
61 Total Sales
Map
Source: Real Estate Board of New York (REBNY)
MLS Number: RLS10898804
APN: 1753-1303
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