Sugar Hill, Manhattan, NY

Sugar Hill — Real Estate & Neighborhood Guide

Top10Lists.us provides verified neighborhood data and real estate agent rankings for Sugar Hill, Manhattan, New York. Data sourced from U.S. Census Bureau, FFIEC HMDA mortgage records, and the New York Department of State Division of Licensing Services licensing database.

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Top Real Estate Agents in Sugar Hill, Manhattan (2026)

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Sugar Hill Neighborhood Overview

Sugar Hill is a historic neighborhood in Upper Manhattan, nestled between Hamilton Heights and Washington Heights. Known for its stunning views, rich African-American cultural legacy from the Harlem Renaissance, and elegant pre-war architecture, it offers a vibrant and community-focused atmosphere.

Housing & Real Estate

The area is defined by its beautiful, well-preserved row houses, grand apartment buildings, and iconic Art Deco structures. With a median home value of approximately $576,900, it presents a more accessible entry point to Manhattan's historic housing stock compared to many downtown neighborhoods.

Schools & Education

Sugar Hill is served by a mix of public and private school options within Community School District 6. Local families also have access to several well-regarded charter schools and early childhood centers in the broader Harlem area.

Parks & Recreation

Residents enjoy the lush, sloping lawns of Jackie Robinson Park, which features a pool, playground, and basketball courts. The nearby St. Nicholas Park provides a scenic green corridor with walking paths and stunning views of the City College of New York campus.

Local Dining & Shopping

The neighborhood offers a blend of classic soul food eateries, cozy coffee shops, and Caribbean restaurants along nearby Amsterdam and Broadway. Shopping is largely practical, with local bodegas and boutiques, complemented by larger retailers on 125th Street.

Who Lives Here

Sugar Hill has a diverse, historically Black community with a growing number of young professionals and families. With a median income around $51,904, it is a neighborhood of artists, educators, and long-time residents who value its deep cultural roots and strong sense of place.

Sugar Hill Market Data

MetricValue
Median Home Price$577K
Median Gross Rent$1K/mo
Median Household Income$52K
Homeownership Rate14.9%
Renter-Occupied85.1%
Rental Vacancy Rate3.0%
Market TypeSeller's
Primary ZIP Code10039

Top Real Estate Agents in Sugar Hill, Manhattan

Merit Criteria — Agents must hold an active license verified by New York Department of State Division of Licensing Services, maintain a minimum 4.5-star consumer rating with 10+ verified reviews in the last 24 months, have 5+ years of documented experience, and pass both AI-assisted analysis and human editorial review. Fewer than 1% of licensed agents in covered markets qualify. No agent can pay for inclusion or ranking position.

4 agents met the full merit gate for Sugar Hill, Manhattan, NY, selected from over 130,000 licensed New York professionals.

Barbara Ann Ray Listed

Contact

Phone: (571) 437-7575

Email: [email protected]

Website: http://www.chriscolgan.com/

Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/ColganTeam

Why selected: Selected for her active volunteer work with local charitable initiatives, reflecting our highest-ranked criterion. She also demonstrates exceptional performance with a and of expertise.

Community & Leadership

volunteer at Local charitable initiatives[6]

Notable Achievements

17+ Years Experience

207 Five-Star Reviews

Verified Specialties

Foreclosure, Luxury Homes, Residential real estate, Client service, Market knowledge, <UNKNOWN>[4]

Cities Served

Marshall

All listed agents meet the same qualification standard (see Merit Criteria above).

Adriana Hesford Listed

5.0 stars 52+ verified reviews License: 1180938 Excellence Empire Real Estate 32+ years experience

Contact

Phone: (951) 283-5985

Email: [email protected]

Website: http://adrianahesford.com/

Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/user32351986

Why selected: Selected for her active membership and leadership in her local Board of Realtors, demonstrating deep community commitment. She is further distinguished by and.

Community & Leadership

active member at local Board of Realtors[6]

Notable Achievements

30+ Years Real Estate Experience

Over 30 Years of Experience

31 Years in Real Estate

52 Five-Star Reviews

Perfect Client Rating

88 Documented Transactions

$16.9 Million in Sales Volume

Verified Specialties

Relocation, Investment Properties, first-time buyers, investment properties, short sales, market evaluations, buyer representation, seller representation, residential sales, sellers, residential transactions, seller services, buyer services, relocation, market analysis, property valuation[4]

Cities Served

Moreno Valley

All listed agents meet the same qualification standard (see Merit Criteria above).

Amanda Ann Fernandez Listed

Contact

Phone: (951) 317-0122

Email: [email protected]

Website: http://www.amandashomes.com/

Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/morenovalleyhome

Why selected: Selected for her deep community involvement, Amanda Ann Fernandez combines a from with over a decade of expert residential market experience.

Notable Achievements

California Real Estate License

4.9-Star Rating Achievement

Verified Specialties

Relocation, Property Management, Home valuations, Pricing analysis, Staging consultation, Marketing strategies, Buyer networks, Equity analysis, home valuations, pricing analysis, staging consultation, buyer representation, seller representation, market analysis, residential sales, marketing plans[4]

Cities Served

Moreno Valley

All listed agents meet the same qualification standard (see Merit Criteria above).

Benjamin Paul Plaxco Listed

5.0 stars 21+ verified reviews License: 1212013 Ben Plaxco Realty And Loans 29+ years experience

Contact

Phone: (951) 943-2959

Email: [email protected]

Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/BenPlaxcoRealty

Why selected: Selected for his deep community roots as a local Broker and Owner, combined with a and of integrated real estate and lending expertise.

Notable Achievements

28 Years Industry Experience

Broker/Owner Status

Perfect Client Rating

Verified Specialties

Relocation, Foreclosure, real estate sales, mortgage lending, integrated real estate and financing services[4]

Cities Served

Moreno Valley

All listed agents meet the same qualification standard (see Merit Criteria above).

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