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526A EAST 159 STREET

BX · Mott Haven · New York, NY 10451

Built 1993 4 Floors 265 Units Condominiums
A
100/100
Compliance Score

No open violations on record. Building is in full compliance.

What This Means for Buyers

526A EAST 159 STREET is a large-scale modern condominiums building with walk-up in Mott Haven. Mott Haven occupies the southwestern corner of the Bronx along the Harlem River, featuring a landmarked historic district of 19th-century brownstones in neo-Grec, Queen Anne, and Flemish Revival style... Zoned R7-2, this building sits in a medium-density residential allowing mid-rise apartments, typical of established manhattan neighborhoods like the lower east side. The building has a clean compliance record with no open violations.

Mott Haven

Mott Haven occupies the southwestern corner of the Bronx along the Harlem River, featuring a landmarked historic district of 19th-century brownstones in neo-Grec, Queen Anne, and Flemish Revival styles alongside new waterfront residential towers. The 6 train serves three stations along the East 138th Street corridor, while the 2, 4, and 5 trains stop along East 149th Street. Mill Pond Park provides 15 acres of waterfront green space with tennis courts, athletic fields, and a promenade along the Harlem River.

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Compliance & Violations

Clean Compliance Record

This building has no open violations on record with NYC DOB or HPD.

Source: NYC Department of Buildings & HPD (data.cityofnewyork.us)

Nearby Transit

No subway stations found within 0.5 miles.

Approximate walking distances.

Nearby Schools

No public schools found within walking distance.

Permits & Renovations

No recent permit filings found.

Zoning & Development

Zoning District
R7-2

Medium-density residential allowing mid-rise apartments, typical of established Manhattan neighborhoods like the Lower East Side.

Floor Area Ratio (FAR)
1.34 / 6.50
79% development potential remaining

Building Details

Owner of Record
MELROSE COURT CONDOMINIUM
Physical
Building Class
Condominiums (R3)
Land Use
2
Year Built
1993
Floors
4
Buildings on Lot
73
Total Units
265
Gross Floor Area
264,464 sq ft
Lot Area
197,100 sq ft
Lot Frontage
187 ft
Lot Depth
493 ft
Municipal Districts
Community District
CD 1
City Council
District 17
School District
7
Police Precinct
40
Fire Company
E050
Sanitation District
1
BBL
2023607501.00000000

Source: NYC PLUTO (data.cityofnewyork.us)

Street View

Location

Building Subway 🏫 Elementary 📚 Middle 🎓 High School

Frequently Asked Questions about 526A EAST 159 STREET

What kind of building is 526A EAST 159 STREET?
526A EAST 159 STREET is recorded in NYC PLUTO as a Condominiums (building class R3).
When was 526A EAST 159 STREET built?
Built in 1993, 4 floors, 265 total units. Data sourced from NYC PLUTO, the city's official tax lot database.
How many units are at 526A EAST 159 STREET?
265 residential units across 4 floors.
How many apartments are currently for sale at 526A EAST 159 STREET?
Active listing counts are loaded from the REBNY Listing Service in real time. See the Active Listings section above for current availability and price ranges. If no listings appear, there are no units currently on the market through RLS.
What is the average price per square foot at 526A EAST 159 STREET?
Per-square-foot pricing is calculated from closed sale transactions in the Sales History section above. Actual pricing varies by floor, exposure, renovation level, and unit layout. For a current valuation, contact Milton for a building-specific comparable market analysis.
What is the closest subway to 526A EAST 159 STREET?
526A EAST 159 STREET is served by MTA subway lines within BX. The Nearby Transit section above shows all stations within half a mile.
How can I see the full sales history for 526A EAST 159 STREET?
The Sales History section on this page shows closed transactions from the REBNY Listing Service (RLS). For full deed and mortgage history back to 1966, including lien searches and ownership chain verification, use ACRIS, NYC's free official property records system. Our step-by-step guide explains exactly how: ACRIS NYC: How to Search Deeds, Liens & Owner Records Free.
Who should I contact about a listing at 526A EAST 159 STREET?
Milton Coste, Licensed Real Estate Associate Broker at Keller Williams NYC. Call or text (917) 416-7433, email mcoste@kwnyc.com, or schedule a consultation online. Milton has represented buyers and sellers across all five boroughs for 25+ years.

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