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Harlem

Harlem, located in Upper Manhattan, New York City, is a historic and culturally significant neighborhood.

Property Listings

For Sale
MLS® RLS10991350
Listings Courtesy of Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC

$7,250,000

1 W 123RD Street NA, New York City, NY 10027
6 Beds 4 Baths 11,995 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® RLS20006753
Listings Courtesy of Highline Residential LLC

$6,500,000

2159 5th Avenue BLDG, New York City, NY 10037
28 Beds 14 Baths 10,000 Sq.Ft.
Pending
MLS® RLS10911093
Listings Courtesy of Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC

$5,850,000

543 W 122ND Street PH30A, New York City, NY 10027
3 Beds 4 Baths 2,084 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® RLS11008052
Listings Courtesy of Compass

$5,350,000

320 Convent Avenue, New York City, NY 10031
6 Beds 4 Baths 5,892 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® RLS11031109
Listings Courtesy of Compass

$5,249,000

173 E 120th Street, New York City, NY 10035
6 Beds 5 Baths 9,050 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® RLS20003321
Listings Courtesy of Compass

$4,975,000

455 Central Park W L11, New York City, NY 10025
4 Beds 4 Baths 4,146 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® RLS11027438
Listings Courtesy of Douglas Elliman Real Estate

$4,750,000

138 MANHATTAN Avenue, New York City, NY 10025
5 Beds 4 Baths 3,600 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® RLS20002761
Listings Courtesy of Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC

$4,495,000

360 W 123RD Street, New York City, NY 10027
6 Beds 8 Baths
For Sale
MLS® RLS20006483
Listings Courtesy of Compass

$4,250,000

109 W 118th Street, New York City, NY 10026
5 Beds 4 Baths 4,480 Sq.Ft.
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Welcome to Harlem

Harlem, located in Upper Manhattan, New York City, is a historic and culturally significant neighborhood. Its boundaries are roughly defined by the Hudson River to the west, the Harlem River and 155th Street to the north, Fifth Avenue to the east, and Central Park North to the south. Originally settled by Dutch colonists in 1658 and named after Haarlem in the Netherlands, Harlem has undergone numerous transformations throughout its history.

In the early 20th century, Harlem became a central hub for African-American culture during the Harlem Renaissance, a vibrant artistic and intellectual movement that celebrated Black identity through literature, music, art, and theater. This period solidified Harlem’s reputation as a cultural capital and “Black Mecca”. The neighborhood was also instrumental in the civil rights movement and is renowned for its contributions to jazz, soul food, and other cultural hallmarks.

Harlem has experienced economic highs and lows over time. While it faced challenges such as poverty and crime during much of the mid-20th century, recent decades have seen significant revitalization and gentrification. Today, Harlem continues to be a dynamic community with a rich history that attracts visitors from around the world.

Overview for Harlem, NY

205,684 people live in Harlem, where the median age is 36 and the average individual income is $39,133. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

205,684

Total Population

36 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$39,133

Average individual Income

Around Harlem, NY

There's plenty to do around Harlem, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

95
Walker's Paradise
Walking Score
70
Very Bikeable
Bike Score
100
Rider's Paradise
Transit Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Coach Pius Youth Soccer, Adrian Jordan, and trainHARDfitnessnyc.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Coach Pius Youth Soccer Logo
Active 4.06 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Adrian Jordan Logo
Active 4.66 miles 13 reviews 5/5 stars
trainHARDfitnessnyc Logo
Active 3.65 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 2.55 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Beauty 3.15 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Bellissima Wellness Spa Logo
Beauty 4.1 miles 9 reviews 5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Harlem, NY

Population Households Employment

Harlem has 80,594 households, with an average household size of 2. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Harlem do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 205,684 people call Harlem home. The population density is 114,381.554 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

205,684

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

36

Median Age

47.55 / 52.45%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
80,594

Total Households

2

Average Household Size

$39,133

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married
Single
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Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

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White Collar:

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Schools in Harlem, NY

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The following schools are within or nearby Harlem. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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