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5461 Sylvan Avenue
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$985,000

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5461 Sylvan Avenue

North Riverdale, Bronx

MLS® #RLS20066278

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Nest Seekers LLC

3

Bedrooms

2

Baths

2,310

Sq. Ft.

1930

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 2
Living Area 2,310 sq ft
Lot Size 4,543.75 sq ft
Year Built 1930
Ownership None
Property Taxes $12,444/yr
Neighborhood North Riverdale

Property Highlights

  • Outdoor Space: Patio, Terrace
  • Fireplace: 1 fireplace
  • Style: Prewar,WalkUp architecture

Property Details

Type Single Family Residence
Ownership None
Total Rooms 8
Baths 2 Full
Heating Natural Gas
Cooling Wall Units
Pets Yes
Cross Street West 255th Street/West 256th Street
Year Built 1930
Living Area 2,310 sq ft
Architectural Style Prewar,WalkUp
Structure Type House
Lot Size 4,543.75 sq ft
Parcel # 05844-1924
Block/Lot 5844/1924

Description

Welcome to 5461 Sylvan Avenue , 25 ft wide, one-of-a-kind single-family home situated on a quiet, tree-lined street in a desirable residential neighborhood. This beautiful property offers a functional layout with bright, sun-filled living spaces, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere throughout. The home features a garage with additional parking spaces , two patios , and an uncovered porch , ideal for both relaxation and entertaining. The residence includes three generously sized bedrooms , each with ample closet space. A large formal living room showcases a stunning working fireplace, with a charming patio adjacent to the space—perfect for summer gatherings and seamless indoor-outdoor living. The spacious dining area is ideal for entertaining, while the newly renovated kitchen is equipped with all updated appliances. The multi-level backyard/patio is conveniently connected to the kitchen, making it an excellent extension of the dining area during the spring and summer months. The fully finished ground level offers a large family room, laundry room, and a second bathroom—providing versatile space for recreation or hosting guests, or additional bedroom. Conveniently located near Metro-North and express buses to Manhattan , and just minutes from world-renowned Van Cortlandt Park , this home is set in an exceptional neighborhood for running, hiking, golfing, and horseback riding. Lot Area: 4,311 sq ft Lot Frontage: 25 ft Lot Depth:181.92 ft Year Built:1930 Two Parking Spaces!

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Common Area Fireplace (1)

Exterior Features

Private Outdoor Space Under60 Sqft Patio Terrace

Building Information

Stories 2
Structure House
Style Prewar,WalkUp

Financial Details

RE Taxes $12,444/yr ($1,037/mo)

North Riverdale features tree-canopied streets lined with Tudor, Colonial Revival, and Georgian-style single-family homes, along with low-rise cooperative apartment buildings set among landscaped grounds. Metro-North's Hudson Line at Riverdale station provides express commuter rail service to Grand Central, supplemented by express bus routes to Midtown. Van Cortlandt Park's hiking trails, Seton Park, and the nearby landmarked Fieldston Historic District define the neighborhood's green, low-density character.

North Riverdale Live Market Data

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Active Listings

26

Median Asking Price

$252K

Median $/Sqft

$342

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

1

Price Reduced

31%

Sold (30 Days)

1

Median Sale Price

$339K

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 3/20/26, 1:09 AM EST

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5461 Sylvan Avenue, North Riverdale, Bronx County • Near West 255th Street/West 256th Street

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MLS® ID: RLS20066278
First Listed: 1/10/2026
On Market: 1/10/2026
Price Changed: 1/10/2026
Contract Date: 3/2/2018

Listing Courtesy of Nest Seekers LLC - Liang Li

Listing Contact: (212) 252-8772

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