Milton Coste

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5629 SYLVAN Avenue
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$899,000

$355 per sq ft

5629 SYLVAN Avenue

North Riverdale, Bronx

MLS® #RLS20089961

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Brown Harris Stevens Riverdale LLC

4

Bedrooms

3.5

Baths

2,530

Sq. Ft.

1986

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 4
Bathrooms 4 full, 1 half
Living Area 2,530 sq ft
Lot Size 5,000 sq ft
Year Built 1986
Ownership None
Property Taxes $14,700/yr
Parking Garage
Neighborhood North Riverdale
Floor 1 of 2

Property Highlights

  • Views: Other
  • Outdoor Space: Terrace
  • Style: WalkUp architecture

Property Details

Type Single Family Residence
Ownership None
Total Rooms 12
Baths 3 Full, 1 Half
Floor 1 of 2
View Other
Cooling Window Units
Pets Yes
Year Built 1986
Living Area 2,530 sq ft
Parking Garage Available
Architectural Style WalkUp
Basement Other
Lot Size 5,000 sq ft
Parcel # 05853-2212
Block/Lot 05853/2212

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed May 8, 2026 $899,000 -
Currently May 8, 2026 $899,000 -

Description

Legal 2-Family Home in North Riverdale — First Time on the Market in Nearly 25 Years!

This spacious and well-maintained 2-family home offers exceptional flexibility as either a large single-family residence or an income-producing live-in investment property. With approximately 2,400 square feet of living space, this move-in-ready home includes 3–4 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms and a powder room, a basement, a detached 2-car garage, and a driveway with parking for 2 additional vehicles.

The main residence is a beautifully designed triplex featuring an open-concept layout. The main living level includes a bright living room with access to an outdoor patio, a powder room, washer/dryer, and a spacious windowed kitchen with dining area leading to a full Trex deck—perfect for summer barbecues and entertaining.

The second level offers two generously sized bedrooms and a shared full bathroom. The private top-floor primary suite features cathedral ceilings, an en-suite bathroom, and two oversized walk-in closets. Enjoy scenic views overlooking the iconic Van Cortlandt Park, designed by Frederick Law Olmstead, offering miles of hiking and biking trails, tennis courts, horseback riding, golf course, running tracks, and the historic Aqueduct Trail.

Additional features include:

  • Triple-pane windows for peace and quiet
  • Full bathrooms on every floor
  • Separate 1-bedroom apartment ideal for rental income or guest accommodations
  • Detached and spacious 2-car garage
  • Two water heaters
  • Three Con Edison meters
Conveniently located near shopping, restaurants, Lloyd’s Famous Carrot Cake, Van Cortlandt Park, riding stables, and the BX9 bus with easy access to the 1 train subway line.

This North Riverdale gem is truly “priced to sell.”
Schedule your private showing today!

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Smoke Free Building Other In Unit

Exterior Features

Private Outdoor Space Over60 Sqft Terrace

Building Amenities

Green Building

Appliances

Washer Dryer Allowed

Building Information

Building Data View Compliance & Permits
Total Units 3
Stories 2
Style WalkUp

Financial Details

RE Taxes $14,700/yr ($1,225/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

24

Median Asking Price

$298K

Median $/Sqft

$328

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

2

Price Reduced

8%

Sold (30 Days)

2

Median Sale Price

$330K

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 5/8/26, 6:55 PM EST

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Location

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5629 SYLVAN Avenue, North Riverdale, Bronx County

Floor Plans

Floor Plan 1

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1986
Year Built
40 years old
3
Floors
3
Residential Units
R3-1
Zoning District
Walk-Up Apartments

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $78,480
Land Value: $19,920
Exemptions: $0

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

Lot Area: 5,000 SF
Building Area: 2,530 SF
Built FAR: 0.51
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

The current listed annual property tax is $14,700, or roughly $1,225 per month. Verify the current assessment with your attorney before closing.

This property has 4 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms and 1 half bathroom.

The listed interior living area is 2,530 square feet. Verify dimensions independently during due diligence.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1986, making it approximately 40 years old.

This listing is None

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

At the current list price of $899,000 for 2,530 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $355. 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 [email protected]. 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: RLS20089961
First Listed: 5/8/2026
On Market: 5/8/2026
Price Changed: 5/8/2026
Contract Date: 5/8/2026

Listing Courtesy of Brown Harris Stevens Riverdale LLC - Sandhya N Tidke

Listing Contact: (212) 381-2485

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Buyer Notice: Planning to work with a buyer's broker? A Buyer Representation Agreement is required before your broker can show you properties, per REBNY/UCBA guidelines (effective 2025). You may attend open houses independently without one.

RLS at REBNY

RLS Data display by Keller Williams NYC. Data last updated on 5/8/2026 at 10:55 PM UTC

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