12 Mount Morris Park W, Manhattan, NY 10027
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12 Mount Morris Park W,Manhattan, NY 10027
$9,750,000
- 10 Beds
- 10 Baths
- 7,825 sq. ft.
- Single family
- Active
Listed by: julia boland, lawrence williams
Office: corcoran group
MLS#:RLS20067201
Source:NY_REBNY
Price summary
- Price:$9,750,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$1,246.01
About this home
A James E. Ware Townhouse of Rare Integrity Mount Morris Park Historic District 25-Foot-Wide Queen Anne Residence <br> <br> Designed in 1888 by architect James E. Ware, this exceptional Mount Morris Park townhouse represents a rare convergence of architectural pedigree, scale, and careful stewardship. Conceived during Harlem's most deliberate and aspirational period, the home reflects an era when architecture was expected to balance beauty, permanence, and daily life-and it continues to do so with remarkable clarity today. Executed in Middlesex brownstone, the Queen Anne facade features rock-faced stonework at the garden level, finely tooled finishes above, and a slate-clad mansard roof that has been recently updated in keeping with the home's original intent. <br> <br> Set within the Mount Morris Park Historic District, the 25-foot-wide residence directly overlooks Marcus Garvey Memorial Park, offering protected light, openness, and a sense of scale that is increasingly rare in Manhattan. Since its construction, the house has had only three owners-an extraordinary continuity that speaks both to the strength of Ware's original design and to the care with which it has been maintained for more than a century. Ware's approach favored restraint, proportion, and livability over spectacle, and that philosophy is immediately felt throughout the home. <br> <br> Rooms are squarely proportioned, circulation feels natural, and the house welcomes rather than overwhelms. The interior spans approximately 7,825 square feet and includes 16 rooms, among them 10 bedrooms and 7 bathrooms. The layout remains largely intact, reflecting the foresight of the original design. Pocket doors remain throughout, and eight wood-burning fireplaces anchor the home with warmth and architectural presence. A rich palette of hardwoods-ash, pine, mahogany, oak, and sycamore-has been used intentionally, each selected for character and purpose. <br> <br> The garden level is designed for daily living, offering a private under-the-stoop entry, gracious living and dining areas with a wood-burning fireplace, and a fully renovated chef's kitchen. Designed for serious use, the kitchen pairs professional-grade appliances with custom cabinetry, white Italian marble, and Brazilian stone flooring, opening directly to the rear garden and reinforcing the connection between indoor and outdoor space. This level also includes a bedroom, one and a half baths, and a discreet home office nook. <br> <br> The parlor floor is distinguished by scale and craftsmanship, with expansive entertaining rooms, coffered tiger oak ceilings, restored millwork, and a renovated butler's pantry that supports modern entertaining while preserving historic function. Upper floors provide a thoughtful balance of private bedrooms, flexible living arrangements, and, at the top of the house, a self-contained level with its own kitchen-ideal for extended family, guests, or long-term stays. <br> <br> Behind the scenes, the home has been comprehensively modernized. Electrical service has been upgraded to 450 amps, plumbing restored with copper piping, and major systems-including roof and boiler-addressed with care. Modern conveniences are present throughout but never imposed, allowing the architecture to remain the defining feature. <br> <br> Located alongside Mount Morris Park and moments from Lenox Avenue, the townhouse enjoys both residential calm and proximity to Harlem's cultural, dining, and transportation corridors. This is not a house shaped by trends or reinvention, but by excellence sustained through stewardship-ready to be carried forward by its next caretaker.
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Home facts
- Year built:1888
- Listing ID #:RLS20067201
- Added:33 day(s) ago
- Updated:February 17, 2026 at 10:55 PM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:10
- Total bathrooms:10
- Full bathrooms:7
- Half bathrooms:3
- Living area:7,825 sq. ft.
Structure and exterior
- Year built:1888
- Building area:7,825 sq. ft.
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$9,750,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$1,246.01
- Tax amount:$9,804
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