121 W 131st Street #2, Manhattan, NY 10027

Manhattan’s most compelling 1-bedroom condo under $1M — complete with an extraordinary private backyard and no board approval. Welcome to Residence 2 at 121 West 131st Street, a rare floor-through parlor-level home that delivers something almost impossible to find in Manhattan at this price point: authentic brownstone charm, modern convenience, and a sprawling 435 SF private backyard that lives like your own urban oasis. Set within an 1890s Harlem brownstone on one of the neighborhood’s most picturesque landmark blocks, this beautifully renovated home seamlessly blends historic character with modern comforts, including central HVAC with Nest, an in-unit washer/dryer, and an open kitchen designed for both everyday living and entertaining. Original details such as soaring 11-foot ceilings, exposed brick, stained glass, ornate millwork, a decorative fireplace, and rich hardwood floors have been thoughtfully preserved throughout. Tall south-facing windows bring warm natural light into...