Description

32 East 126th Street – Duplex Townhouse Rental Harlem, New York City Near Marcus Garvey Park Overview

A rarely available 5-bedroom, 2-bathroom duplex townhouse residence spanning the second and third floors of a classic 1909 Harlem brownstone. Offering approximately 1,600 square feet, this home blends pre-war proportions with thoughtful modern updates, delivering both scale and privacy within a three-unit, owner-occupied building.

The duplex configuration creates a rare separation between living and sleeping areas, offering a level of functionality and privacy uncommon in traditional apartment layouts.

Key Features

• 5 Bedrooms
• 2 Full Bathrooms, one per level
• Duplex layout across the 2nd and 3rd floors
• Approximately 800 sq ft per floor, 1,600 total
• Private entrance
• 10-foot ceilings
• Strong north and south exposure
• Recently updated staircase, kitchen, bathrooms, and front door
• In-unit washer/dryer
• Kitchen appliances include stove/oven and microwave
• Excellent closet space
• Pet-friendly, with restrictions
• Heat included
• Electricity separately metered
• Tenant responsible for installing and maintaining window AC units
• Previously owner-occupied and thoughtfully maintained, this duplex residence is located within an intimate 3-unit Harlem brownstone
• Lease term: 12 months
• Security deposit: 1 month
• Available June 1

Harlem remains one of New York City’s most historically significant and culturally influential neighborhoods, offering a blend of landmark architecture, established retail, and growing residential demand.

Location Advantages Green Space

• Moments from Marcus Garvey Park

• Metro-North Railroad at the Harlem–125th Street hub
• Nearby 2/3 and 4/5/6 subway lines
• Nearby several MTA bus lines
• Convenient access to FDR Drive, Harlem River Drive, and the RFK Bridge, providing efficient connectivity throughout Manhattan, Queens, and the Bronx.
• Convenient access to Citi Bike stations

• Whole Foods Market
• Trader Joe’s
• Target
• Marshalls
• Bed Bath & Beyond
• Sephora

• Red Rooster
• Apollo Theater
• Studio Museum

This is a scale-driven townhouse duplex in a tightly held Harlem location, offering space, privacy, and direct access to core neighborhood infrastructure.

Qualified applicants only. Schedule a private showing today—homes of this size and layout rarely become available.