New York, NY

West Harlem

Neighborhood Overview

Buy:
$195K - $2.8M
For Sale on Trulia:
32 homes
Rent:
$1.05K - $7.37K
For Rent on Trulia:
44 homes
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What Locals Say about West Harlem

At least 101 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 91 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 88 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 87 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 84 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 75 % Say kids play outside

  • 74 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 59 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 59 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 44 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 44 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 35 % Say there are community events

  • 30 % Say there's wildlife

  • 28 % Say it's quiet

  • 27 % Say parking is easy

  • 25 % Say car is needed

  • 25 % Say yards are well-kept

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Jason.fl
    "They neighborhood does not have lots of families, I see families passing through mainly so they’re largely in neighboring blocks "
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  • Shantel Ortega
    " They say he likes to live in the neighborhood because he has a park and has everything he needs to walk his dogs, good sidewalks and good neighbors."
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  • Kiarra Pressley
    "I don’t know it’s not a bad place so they should be good with whatever. Plus its a lot of parks to go go"
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  • Gerlin Fermin
    "A non dog owner would like for dog owner to pick ip agtwe their dog! Its a mine field around this area with these irresponsable dog owners. "
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  • Trulia User
    "I lived here all my life. Everything is accessible but its for singles. Not really family friendly. "
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  • Trulia User
    "It really just feels like home, no matter who you are, where you came from. It just has that vibe to it. "
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  • Trulia User
    "I lived in Harlem for a while they have good communities where they make sure everyone is safe and taken care of"
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  • Trulia User
    "there is all kinds of pubic transportation. from trains to all number buses and cabs 24 hours a day. "
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  • Trulia User
    "there are plenty of buses ,the train station is near by. cabs run 24,7 a day. and police are always around. "
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    "It’s NYC and people rarely pick after their dogs here. It’s a very busy city and fast paced. A lot of traffic on the roads and you have to always leave an hour early to anywhere you have to go as the trains and bus delays all the time. I love this city but you must always be very smart. "
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  • Trulia User
    "There are places to walk your dog , but people need to clean up after their pets. There is also too many people hanging around on the streets all hours of the day and night."
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  • Trulia User
    "The people in the community make Harlem special. Most of the people here have been living hear their whole life. This place is a gem. It has its rough edges but overall it’s an amazing feeling to come back to Harlem every night "
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  • Trulia User
    "Like any place in New York, you should make sure you check your surroundings. One thing about Harlem if you live here you become family and everyone looks out for each other. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Very not friendly nasty drugs everywhere garbage on the floor people asking for money have to have call police "
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  • Eva C.
    "Harlem week and the many different events given by those in the community that care is what makes the neighborhood. Also people need and must start sticking together no matter the color of skin. If u don't agree this is not the place for u."
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  • Jordania244
    "I see owners walking their dogs, most of the time they don't pick up the dogs 💩, this neighborhood it's not safe, people still delivered packages, I can't buy online because some neighbors steal a package"
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  • Michell T.
    "not my favorite area for kids but accessible to public transportation and parks. the location is perfect and close to everything."
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  • Piero R.
    "Most residents around here will not complain about a dog running in the yard however, most do not pick up after their own pets either"
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  • Niurka W.
    "Love my neighborhood. It’s diversity makes it unique. Lots of restaurants, access to almost all public transportations. "
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  • Susanne
    "Love this neighborhood. Everything is accessible. Grocery Stores. Subway. Delis. Hudson River views are amazing. "
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  • Argenisbv1
    "It’s just a great area to live, is very mixed in some parts, and is getting way better every time, I strongly recommend it."
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  • Fmartin3z
    "Some children in the neighborhood isn’t well behaved so if you want to raise a child in this neighborhood you have to keep them very busy with activities."
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  • ALMB125
    "Great public transportation subway ABCD, other stations are in walking distance and Bus 101, 60, 15 and 100. This is a great area for a downtown Manhattan or Brooklyn commute. "
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  • Kasuallady58
    "Not good to raise kids in . Especially boys . Too much hanging out in hallways and in front of your building. Parking is horrible due to all the mechanics in the area and a nyc building taking all the parking. "
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  • Lamont D.
    "anywhere around here is lived here over 40 year's and I love it the people the area is safe and a nice place to live ."
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  • Dallas S.
    "I think the commute is every good all I ask is please fix the trains and finish the construction it’s very frustrating "
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  • Sherry W.
    "Been here most of my life lol I’ve see. The changes ... it’s over all awesome a lot to see and do here. "
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  • Neffieedwards
    "allot of people do not take care or pick up after there dogs ...there are a lot of irresponsible adults in harlem who do not show proper respect to their pets . they make the good owners look bad . "
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  • Janeen M.
    "I like the relatively quiet street. New shops opening and proximity to Harlem landmarks. Lived here almost 3 years "
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  • Natashabonneau
    "Diverse, great places to eat, everything is within walking distance schools, restaurants, gas station, movie theater, "
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  • Milazzo n.
    "i have lived in Harlem for the last 10 years and this is my favorite place in the city. I love the culture, the accessibility, the close parks and community <3"
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  • Svalcin1
    "Lots of culture, good amount of diversity. Lots of places to venture and hangout/eat out/ go out etc.."
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