Milton Coste

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SOLD FOR $1,960,000

· Closed August 13, 2015

670 W 247th Street

$1,960,000

$490 per sq ft

670 W 247th Street

Riverdale, Bronx

MLS® #RLS10101827

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Robert E. Hill Inc.

5

Bedrooms

3

Baths

4,000

Sq. Ft.

1865

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 5
Bathrooms 4
Living Area 4,000 sq ft
Year Built 1865
Parking Garage
Neighborhood Riverdale

Property Highlights

  • Style: Prewar architecture
  • Parking: Private garage
  • Character: Pre-war building (1865)

Property Details

Type Single Family Residence
Baths 3 Full
Cross Street Ploughmans Bush/Independence Avenue
Year Built 1865
Living Area 4,000 sq ft
Parking Garage Available
Architectural Style Prewar
Parcel # 05924-0472
Block/Lot 5924/472

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Jul 16, 2014 $1,960,000 -
Price Reduced Oct 7, 2014 $2,200,000 +12.2%

Description

Built in 1865 this red brick colonial style lodge is well located within the estate section of Riverdale. It?s sense of history is strong.
The first floor has a foyer, large living room with wood-burning fireplace and looks out to a pretty garden. There
Is a spacious eat-in-kitchen, a formal dining room, 1.5 baths and a maid?s room.
The second floor has four ample bedrooms, 2 baths, and the Master bedroom has a wood-burning fireplace.
There is an attached 2 car garage and an unfinished basement.

Features & Amenities

Exterior Features

Building Garden

Building Information

Riverdale is structured by historic brick rowhouses and multi-story apartment complexes. The neighborhood is connected by several subway lines, providing easy transit access. Key natural features include large local parks, while established commercial avenues serve as important landmarks.

Riverdale Live Market Data

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Active Listings

17

Median Asking Price

$395K

Median $/Sqft

$416

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

1

Price Reduced

35%

Sold (30 Days)

0

Median Sale Price

$243K

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670 W 247th Street, Riverdale, Bronx County • Near Ploughmans Bush/Independence Avenue

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1931
Year Built
95 years old
2
Floors
1
Residential Units
R1-1
Zoning District
One Family Dwellings

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $218,580
Land Value: $60,000
Exemptions: $0

Note: Individual unit taxes may differ. Verify current tax bills with NYC DOF.

Lot Area: 16,444 SF
Building Area: 4,170 SF
Built FAR: 0.25
Allowed FAR: 0.75

Source: NYC PLUTO (Primary Land Use Tax Lot Output), NYC Department of City Planning (data.cityofnewyork.us)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about this property

This property has 5 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms.

The listed interior living area is 4,000 square feet. Verify dimensions independently during due diligence.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1865, making it approximately 161 years old.

At the current list price of $1,960,000 for 4,000 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $490. This figure is for reference only and may differ from appraised or assessed values.

To schedule a private showing, contact Milton Coste at (917) 416-7433 or mcoste@kwnyc.com. Per REBNY guidelines effective 2025, a Buyer Representation Agreement is required before a buyer's broker can show you properties. You may attend open houses independently without one.

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(917) 416-7433
MLS® ID: RLS10101827
First Listed: 7/16/2014
Price Changed: 10/7/2014
Closed: 8/13/2015
Contract Date: 2/23/2015

Listing Courtesy of Robert E. Hill Inc. - Susan Baldwin

Listing Contact: (718) 884-2200

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