Coldwell Banker Home Page
Local Realty Service Provided By: Coldwell Banker Reliable Real Estate
Property view
Listing view 2
Listing view 3

656 W 125th Street #ICONIC, 
Manhattan, NY 10027

$20,000,000


Bed


2

Baths


3,283

Sq Ft


Multi-Family

Active

Listed by

Tecumta Tiwoni

Serhant

Last updated:

December 17, 2025, 01:34 PM

MLS#

RLS20060062

Source:

NY REBNY

About This Home

656 W 125th Street #ICONIC

A Rare Opportunity to Redefine History in the Heart of Harlem

Welcome to The Iconic Cotton Club, the legendary address that once set the rhythm of Harlem and the world. Located at 656 West 125th Street, this historic site offers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to reimagine one of the most celebrated cultural landmarks in New York City.

Set on a 160 ft x 78.92 ft lot within a C6-1 (R7-2 equivalent) zoning district, the property allows for approximately 37,800 buildable square feet, ideal for mixed-use residential and commercial development. This site presents a unique chance to create a new chapter for Harlem-one that honors its past while embracing its vibrant future.

Property Highlights:

  • Address: 656 West 125th Street, Harlem, NY

  • Zoning: C6-1 (R7-2 equivalent)

  • Lot Dimensions: 160 ft x 78.92 ft

  • Buildable Square Footage: Approx. 37,800 sq. ft.

  • Lot Area: Approx. 12,627 sq. ft.

  • Use Potential: Mixed-use residential and commercial development

Situated just steps from Columbia University's Manhattanville expansion, Riverside Park, and multiple transportation options, the property lies in the epicenter of Harlem's continued evolution. The surrounding area is a dynamic mix of new residential towers, retail, and cultural anchors-making this an exceptional investment and redevelopment opportunity.

The Cotton Club is more than an address - it's a legacy ready to be reborn.

 

Home Facts

Multi-Family

2 Baths

Built in 1920

Price Summary

20,000,000

$6,091 per Sq. Ft.

MLS #:

RLS20060062

Last Updated:

December 17, 2025, 01:34 PM

Added:

a month ago


Rooms & Interior

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms:

2

Full Bathrooms:

2

Interior

Living Area:

3,283 Sq. Ft.


Structure

Structure

Building Area:

3,283 Sq. Ft.

Year Built:

1920


Finances & Disclosures

Finances

Price:

$20,000,000

Price per Sq. Ft:

$6,091 per Sq. Ft.

MLS Logo
This information is not verified for authenticity or accuracy and is not guaranteed and may not reflect all real estate activity in the market. © 2025 The Real Estate Board of New York, Inc., All rights reserved. RLS Data display by Coldwell Banker Warburg This advertisement does not suggest that the broker has a listing in this property or properties or that any property is currently available.

Contact an Agent

Yes, I would like more information from Coldwell Banker. Please use and/or share my information with a Coldwell Banker agent to contact me about my real estate needs.

By clicking Contact I agree a Coldwell Banker Agent may contact me by phone or text message including by automated means and prerecorded messages about real estate services, and that I can access real estate services without providing my phone number. I acknowledge that I have read and agree to the Terms of Use and Privacy Notice.

 

Contact an Agent

Yes, I would like more information from Coldwell Banker. Please use and/or share my information with a Coldwell Banker agent to contact me about my real estate needs.

By clicking Contact I agree a Coldwell Banker Agent may contact me by phone or text message including by automated means and prerecorded messages about real estate services, and that I can access real estate services without providing my phone number. I acknowledge that I have read and agree to the Terms of Use and Privacy Notice.