Julia Fox Secured Sole Ownership of Harlem Brownstone
The actress finalized a buyout of her former partner in July 2026, transitioning to sole owner of the historic property.
Updated on Sept. 23, 2026 in Home Organization
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Julia Fox officially acquired full ownership of her 19th-century neo-Grec brownstone on West 123rd Street in Harlem this past July. The deed transfer followed a $345,000 buyout payment to Richie Shazam, who has since relocated to a rental apartment in Greenpoint.
Why it matters
This transaction settles the ownership status of the four-story, seven-bedroom property purchased by the pair in 2023. Understanding how shared assets are divided is a standard component of managing high-value household real estate stakes.
The seven-bedroom, four-story residence in the Mount Morris Park Historic District was originally purchased for $2.9 million with a $900,000 down payment. The July 2026 buyout represents the finalization of the property's sole ownership status.
The players
Julia Fox
An actress and household head who now maintains sole title to the historic Harlem neo-Grec brownstone.
Richie Shazam
The former co-owner of the property who has transitioned from the Harlem residence to a rental home in Greenpoint.
The details
The acquisition was completed through a formal deed transfer that legally shifted the brownstone into the name of Julia Fox alone. This process involved a calculated payout to Richie Shazam to account for their previous equity stake in the home. The neo-Grec structure, built in 1888, features significant architectural scale including a 10-foot-long kitchen countertop typical of such historic layouts.
Timeline
The brownstone was originally constructed in 1888.
Fox and Shazam purchased the Harlem brownstone in 2023.
Julia Fox bought out Richie Shazam in July 2026.
Property records regarding the buyout were made public in September 2026.
The Home Front
Historic districts often involve complex maintenance and ownership rules that define how properties like this 1888 brownstone are managed. Navigating these transitions is a standard challenge for owners of protected architectural assets in New York City.
When managing ownership of a shared property, always consult a real estate attorney to ensure that deed transfers accurately reflect financial buyouts. Keep all documentation of equity payments and updated titles in a secure home file for future tax or resale purposes.
The takeaway
Securing sole ownership of a historic home requires formal legal filing to protect your long-term investment. If you are adjusting ownership on a property deed, ensure you have a certified copy of the transfer documents filed with your local city register's office.
Further reading
For more on managing property deeds and shared household assets, visit the Home Organization section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Curbed.
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