Convent Avenue in Harlem was so named because there was a convent on the street. Convent in Harlem has been elevated to one of the “places that matter” because of its long rich history. When you take a stroll down Convent in Harlem, you are greeted by a tree lined street of neat row houses, brownstones and more recently low-rise apartment buildings. This well-kept historic street is part of the Hamilton Heights area of Harlem. Hamilton Heights was first settled by Alexander Hamilton – the first United States Secretary of the Treasury – in 1880 and was initially purchased as his summer estate.
The Rich History
A walk down Convent Ave is like a walk-through history, you pass by the residences Cab Calloway, Duke Ellington, Jimmy Rushing and more. You can feel the history or this beautiful stretch. The architecture transports you to the time of Harlem’s heyday in the early 1900’s when music filtered through the streets. There is something in the air in this region of the city that is hard to deny that feels like home.
Today’s Hamilton Heights
One of the best things about Convent Ave is that it is rich in history AND it has managed to move through the times gracefully and remain a relevant place to live. Today this section of Harlem gives you easy access to:
- College of the City of New York (in walking distance)
- Public transportation for commuters to other areas of the city
- Great restaurants
- Amazing cultural events at the Harlem Theater
This time capsule of exclusive residential spaces feels like it has been encapsulated from the city yet offers easy access to everything that makes urban living a lifestyle choice. The properties are amazing and are in easy commuting distance from midtown, downtown and other areas of the city. The food, the people, the shopping and the outdoor recreation areas makes Hamilton Heights a choice place to live.
Luxury Condos
Buying a luxury condo in this historic area will get you more space for less money than in other areas of the city or even in the boroughs. A good example of a great place to live on Convent is 17 & 52 Convent Avenue. You find the simply elegant, luxurious condos on one of the most famous streets in New York City. Live the lifestyle you dream of and do it affordably.
