Milton Coste

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(917) 416-7433
837 Washington Avenue #5L
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Active For Sale Condo

$490,000

$408 per sq ft

837 Washington Avenue #5L

Melrose, Bronx

AURORA, THE

MLS® #RLS20079397

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Hauseit LLC

3

Bedrooms

2

Baths

1,200

Sq. Ft.

2006

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 2
Living Area 1,200 sq ft
Year Built 2006
Ownership Condo
HOA/Common Charges $806/mo
Property Taxes $216/yr
Parking Garage
Neighborhood Melrose

Property Highlights

  • Views: City
  • Exposure: South facing
  • Parking: Private garage

Property Details

Type Condo
Ownership Condominium
Total Rooms 5
Baths 2 Full
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Exposure South
Heating None
Pets Yes
Cross Street E. 159th St/E. 160th St
Year Built 2006
Living Area 1,200 sq ft
Parking Garage Available
Structure Type None
Flooring Hardwood
Furnished Unfurnished
Parcel # 02381-1052
Block/Lot 02381/0056

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Mar 25, 2026 $495,000 -
Currently Apr 28, 2026 $490,000 -1.0%

Description

Rare opportunity to own a sun-filled, 3 bedroom, 2 bath condominium offering over 1,200 square feet of living space in the heart of the South Bronx.

Unit:
- TAX ABATED until 2034. Very low 2025 property taxes of less than $210 annually (<$20/month).
- Elevators
- Open kitchen featuring granite countertops, ample cabinetry and a center island

Building:
- Video intercom
- Gym
- Laundry room
- Community room and courtyard
- Pet-friendly building (breed and weight restrictions apply)
- Off-street parking (waitlist)
- Built in 2008 and well-maintained through the years
- Easy access to subway (2 & 5 trains are at 149th St and 3rd Ave; B, D & 4 trains at E161 St)





Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Building Inside Common Area None Flooring: Hardwood

Exterior Features

Building Courtyard Courtyard Private Outdoor Space Under60 Sqft

Building Amenities

Elevators Green Building Health Club

Appliances

Dishwasher

Building Information

Financial Details

Common Charges $806/mo
RE Taxes $216/yr ($18/mo)
Original Price $495,000
Previous Price $495,000

Melrose features 19th-century brownstones, neo-Renaissance apartment houses, and modern LEED-certified developments like Via Verde, all anchored by the commercial corridors along Third Avenue and Melrose Avenue. The 2 and 5 trains stop at East 149th Street, the 4 train serves nearby stations, and St. Mary's Park provides 35 acres of green space on the neighborhood's edge.

Melrose Live Market Data

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Active Listings

2

Median Asking Price

$290K

Median $/Sqft

$408

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

0

Price Reduced

50%

Sold (30 Days)

0

Median Sale Price

N/A

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 4/28/26, 7:01 AM EST

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Location

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837 Washington Avenue #5L, Melrose, Bronx County • Near E. 159th St/E. 160th St

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

2008
Year Built
18 years old
8
Floors
92
Residential Units
R8
Zoning District
Condominiums

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $5,640,821
Land Value: $690,305
Exemptions: $5,503,464

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

Lot Area: 21,360 SF
Building Area: 107,696 SF
Built FAR: 5.04
Allowed FAR: 6.02

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

The current listed common charges are $806 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

The current listed annual property tax is $216, or roughly $18 per month. Verify the current assessment with your attorney before closing.

This property has 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms.

The listed interior living area is 1,200 square feet. Verify dimensions independently during due diligence.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 2006, making it approximately 20 years old.

This listing is a condominium. Buyers receive a deed to their individual unit and own their space outright, subject to condo association rules.

Pets are permitted at this property. Contact the listing broker for weight limits or breed restrictions.

At the current list price of $490,000 for 1,200 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $408. 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: RLS20079397
First Listed: 3/25/2026
On Market: 3/25/2026
Price Changed: 4/14/2026
Contract Date: 3/25/2026

Listing Courtesy of Hauseit LLC - John Moss

Listing Contact: (888) 494-8258

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