New York, NY

Harlem

Neighborhood Overview

Buy:
$155K - $45M
For Sale on Trulia:
471 homes
Rent:
$1K - $75K
For Rent on Trulia:
377 homes
To Downtown New York:
21 minutes
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What Locals Say about Harlem

At least 1255 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 93 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 93 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 89 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 88 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 75 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 69 % Say kids play outside

  • 61 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 59 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 54 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 48 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 48 % Say there are community events

  • 29 % Say it's quiet

  • 28 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 27 % Say there's wildlife

  • 26 % Say parking is easy

  • 25 % Say car is needed

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Ruxandra Vasilescu
    "The architecture. The parks."
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  • Trulia User
    "Harlem is unique because it is in the middle of transformation. Like the rest of the city, with more cultural icons coming from here than one can count."
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  • felipeafv
    "I have lived here for 20 years it is safe with great parks. The pool is the best if you go early on the summer. "
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  • Smith
    "Overall, it was a solid place to stay through june homes. The apartment was furnished and functional, which made moving in much easier, and everything I needed was already there from day one."
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  • Mandamagee
    "Morningside park is a great community. We can always find someone to play with at the playgrounds. "
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  • Wes Lind
    "Parades and the shopping is very convenient. Everything is relatively central with lots of transportation options within a few blocks of each other."
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  • Iris Montanez
    "I live in the city so it’s everything around and it’s open 24 hours a lots of things and the commute it’s easy to get around."
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  • Jenness
    "Good neighborhood. Many homeless people but pretty safe. We have never had a problem. Close to subways and transit. "
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  • Susan Estes
    "You have to see lots of dogs. If you like dogs, that it is good. If your dog isn’t a fan of other dogs or you are a human that doesn’t like to say hello, it may be not as good"
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  • Susan E
    "I have lived in Harlem for over 13 years. It is a wonderful community. I have never lived anywhere where I knew as many of my neighbors. There are lots of local events, lots of transportation and quite a few good places to eat. I would love a few more vegan options, but there is a lot to choose from. "
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  • Mhdold
    "Great transportation. Poor food options. Night life only on Broadway. Street parking is very hard to find. "
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  • Susie
    "There is a great watching out for all kids in the neighborhood. Many parents seem to let their kids get to school and home around 12 years old. "
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  • Sheld.eason
    "They would like having access to dog runs (Marcus Garvey Park and St. Nicholas Park). However most dog owners do not pick up after their dogs. Be careful walking in the neighborhood bc some people defecate in between parked cars."
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  • David Green
    "Get your house and stay on track neighbors and friends are the most beautiful people to build a bond with "
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  • Harry D.
    "The management does a great job of keeping the place well-maintained, and the location is super convenient for my needs. The commute to my internship is easy, and the neighborhood has plenty to offer."
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  • Guy Walker
    "The weekend events like open streets and the number of restaurants with a large number of cultures and various mixes that it brings together "
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  • Yulissa.rojas
    "Summer block party, friendly neighbors and that’s about it nothing more nothing less. There is nothing else for me to describe about this neighborhood "
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  • Marie J.
    " The Heritage House has been great so far. The apartment is fully furnished, and the communal areas are well-maintained. The location is fantastic for nightlife and food. There’s been a minor issue with noise, but it’s manageable."
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  • Isaiah Williams
    "Great neighborhood and alot of friendly folks! Alot of people paint Harlem and upper manhattan in a negative light without ever visiting. "
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  • Say517
    "Lots of friendly people. Lots of families. People could clean up after their dogs more. Great transportation options."
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  • Trulia User
    "Has a ways to go. The brownstones are of course beautiful. The rest of Harlem………. You have to see what your tolerance levels are for noise."
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  • Walterhudginsjr
    "Great it’s really nice and warm and sunny here today and the weather has been good for a long while I think I’m gonna take it easy today I’m gonna take the dogs for walks and go out "
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  • Luna Jefferson
    "Drug use is the main issue. Other than that Harlem is Harlem. Do your research before moving into historic neighborhoods. "
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  • Mhdold
    "Easy commute. Still feels authentic NYC. Something for everyone. Too many fast food choices. That’s the drawback. Still need more healthy options"
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  • Trulia User
    "harlem is different . its a family community kids are always in the park playing basketball or just doing tjey outside thing . the store are very well kept and "
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  • Trulia User
    "NYPD makes the holidays feel somewhat safe.. other than that you’re own your own when you step out of your apartment."
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  • Trulia User
    " I like this area they is a good neighbor I really want to move there again because his is a safe place"
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  • Trulia User
    "I’ve been here for over 25 years, and it’s very nice. I’m just irritated by all the new incoming people with dogs. they never pick up after their animals and they assume everyone likes them."
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  • Trulia User
    "The commute is slow due to traffic. Finding parking is impossible. the spots are tight, and you need bumper bullies. Otherwise, your bumpers will get scratched up. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Not really sure about the community events I’ve been her for about 3 months. But everything is super close and very convenient."
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  • Trulia User
    "We are close to multiple trains and buses. The parks are new and well maintained. The crime seems to be down and there’s a big police presents. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Neighbors look out for each other and keep each other informed of block activity. Great sense of community. "
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  • Trulia User
    "My neighborhood has great access to public transportation. My commute downtown is 20-40min depending on location. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Nice place to live, work, and play. It’s probably the most exciting neighborhood I’ve ever lived in. I wouldn’t trade it in for the world."
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  • Trulia User
    "there is not a lot of green spaces, like parks, for dogs to walk or play in. mostly sidewalk and roads."
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  • Trulia User
    "The streets and sidewalks are too dirty. It seems like no one cleans it up and garbage everywhere. The amount of people littering is insane."
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  • Trulia User
    "There is a lot spaces in the park for you to walk the dog and a dog park above the duck pond. But you definitely have to watch your step. "
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  • Trulia User
    "People don’t pick up after their dogs. The sidewalks are not clean and are often filled with garbage "
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  • Trulia User
    "Dog friendly neighborhood, clean parks, clean benches, nice walks, coffee places, dog runs, friendly people "
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  • Mctahc
    "dogs are walked on leash. there is a dog run at Marcus Garvey park. Heart of Harlem veterinary is nearby. "
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