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    656 W 125th St, New York, NY 10027

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    Iconic Cotton Club site for mixed-use development in Harlem.

    Type:Multifamily
    Property size:
    37,800 SF
    Lot size:
    0.29 Acres
    Price / SF:
    $410/SF
    Added:
    Mar 17, 2026
    Days on Market:
    67
    Last Refresh:
    Mar 19 at 10:20 pm

    Property Features for 656 W 125th St

    General Information

    Standard status
    Active
    Size
    37,800 SF
    Lot size
    0.29 Acres
    Property subtype
    Multifamily

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    Listing Contact
    Tay Tiwoni

    Listing agent Tay Tiwoni License #NY

    Listing office SERHANT

    Listing date Mar 17, 2026

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    HighLights

    • Historic Cotton Club Location: Opportunity to redevelop a legendary cultural landmark.
    • Significant Development Potential: Approximately 37,800 buildable square feet for mixed‑use development.
    • Prime Harlem Location: Situated in the heart of Harlem's ongoing evolution.
    • Favorable Zoning: C6‑1 (R7‑2 equivalent) zoning allows for diverse development options.
    • Proximity to Key Amenities: Steps from Columbia University's Manhattanville expansion and Riverside Park.
    • Excellent Transportation Access: Multiple transportation options nearby.

    Overview

    Located at 656 West 125th Street, this historic site, formerly the Cotton Club, offers a redevelopment opportunity in Harlem. The property is situated on a 160 ft x 78.92 ft lot within a C6-1 (R7-2 equivalent) zoning district, allowing for approximately 37,800 buildable square feet. The site is suitable for mixed-use residential and commercial development. The property is located near Columbia University's Manhattanville expansion and Riverside Park, with multiple transportation options nearby. The surrounding area includes new residential towers, retail spaces, and cultural institutions, offering an investment and redevelopment opportunity.
    Property Profile Insight Report Location Intelligence

    Current Use by Public Records

    The Late Show's Gospel ... Theater & Performing Art Venue Cotton Club Bar & Pub The World Famous Cotton ... Nightclub

    Suggested Use

    Law Firm Restaurant Real Estate Agency Spa & Massage Center Dental Office Hair Salon Nail Salon Food Market Gym & Fitness Center Grocery & Convenience Store

    Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

    Location Insight

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    City
    New York
    County
    New York
    State
    New York
    Longitude
    -73.9602421
    Latitude
    40.8175672

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Commercial land - Iconic Cotton Club site for mixed-use development in Harlem.
    Where is this commercial land located?
    The property is located at 656 W 125th St New York, NY.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $15,500,000.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: Historic Cotton Club Location: Opportunity to redevelop a legendary cultural landmark.; Significant Development Potential: Approximately 37,800 buildable square feet for mixed‑use development.; Prime Harlem Location: Situated in the heart of Harlem's ongoing evolution.
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    Cap Rate Formula:
    Cap Rate (%) = (Net Operating Income / Property Value) × 100

    Net Operating Income (NOI) Formula:
    NOI = Area × Lease Rate × (1 - Vacancy Rate) × (1 - Operating Expense Ratio)

    Components

    Net Operating Income (NOI) represents the annual income a property generates after operating expenses:

    • Area: Building square footage from property records
    • Lease Rate: Annual $/sqft based on market data for the property type and geographic location
    • Vacancy Rate: Percentage of unoccupied space based on market data for the property type and location
    • Operating Expense Ratio: Operating costs as a percentage of income, varies by property type

    Property Value is derived from:

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    For a 100,000 sqft Office Building:

    • Lease Rate: $25.00/sqft/year (market data for Office in this area)
    • Vacancy Rate: 8% (market data for Office in this area)
    • Operating Expense Ratio: 35% (typical for Office properties)
    • Property Value: $15,000,000

    Step 1: Calculate NOI

    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × (1 - 0.08) × (1 - 0.35)
    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × 0.92 × 0.65
    NOI = $1,495,000/year

    Step 2: Calculate Cap Rate

    Cap Rate = ($1,495,000 / $15,000,000) × 100
    Cap Rate = 9.97%

    Property Type Considerations

    Net Operating Income calculations vary by property type due to different operating expense ratios:

    • Office: Higher expenses (30-40%) for HVAC, utilities, maintenance
    • Retail: Moderate expenses (25-35%) for common area maintenance
    • Industrial/Warehouse: Lower expenses (15-25%) for minimal tenant services
    • Multifamily: Moderate expenses (35-45%) including property management
    • Self-Storage: Lower expenses (25-35%) due to minimal maintenance

    Market lease rates and vacancy rates are specific to each property type and geographic location, reflecting local market conditions.

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    These calculations are estimates for informational purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for professional financial analysis or appraisal.

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    • Actual operating expenses, lease rates, and vacancy rates may differ from market averages
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    • Range-from: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are below this value
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    • Range-from: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are below this value
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