1 West 126th Street at 1 West 126th Street Building Details
1 West 126th Street stands as a quietly iconic pre-war, Art Deco cooperative located at the prominent corner of West 126th Street and Fifth Avenue-framed by the tranquil grandeur of Marcus Garvey Park. Built in 1940 and thoughtfully converted into one of Harlem's first co-ops, this six-story, 48‐unit building is celebrated as the first cooperative residence in Harlem, lending it deep cultural and architectural legacy. Its clean-lined silhouette and subtle period detailing elegantly anchor the skyline of Mount Morris Park Historic District
While modest in scale, 1 West 126th Street communicates a richness defined by heritage, architectural integrity, and heartfelt community presence. Its landmark status and cooperative model create an intimate residential enclave that blends historic resonance with contemporary living.
Situated in Central Harlem, the building offers unparalleled convenience-with the thriving culture of 125th Street, green calm of Marcus Garvey Park, and access to iconic transit (2/3 and 4/5/6 lines) within minutes. For homeowners who value both permanence and social legacy, this building represents a rare fusion of elegance, civic purpose, and timeless New York character.
While modest in scale, 1 West 126th Street communicates a richness defined by heritage, architectural integrity, and heartfelt community presence. Its landmark status and cooperative model create an intimate residential enclave that blends historic resonance with contemporary living.
Situated in Central Harlem, the building offers unparalleled convenience-with the thriving culture of 125th Street, green calm of Marcus Garvey Park, and access to iconic transit (2/3 and 4/5/6 lines) within minutes. For homeowners who value both permanence and social legacy, this building represents a rare fusion of elegance, civic purpose, and timeless New York character.
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1 West 126th Street Building Amenities
- Full-time doorman
- Live-in superintendent
- No pets
- On-site laundry
- Pets - Cats ok
- Elevator
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Building Facts for 1 West 126th Street, New York 10035
- Available Sales Listings: 0
- Street Address: 1 West 126th Street, New York, NY 10035
- Property Type: Cooperative
- Elevator Building
- Doorman: Full-time doorman
- Neighborhood: Central Harlem / Manhattan
- Available Rental Listings: Please Inquire
- Year Built: 1940
- Floors: 6
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Alternate Addresses for 1 West 126th Street in NYC
- 2042 5 AVENUE
- 1 WEST 126 STREET
- 3 WEST 126 STREET
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