5247 Independence Avenue, Bronx, NY 10471

$4,500,000 Asking Price

9 beds
8 baths
10,000  sqft
Built in 1830

Welcome to 5247 Independence Avenue! This extraordinary residence known as the Henry Atherton Villa was once a gathering place for artists, poets, & society notables at the turn of the 20th century. Perched gracefully with views extending over the Hudson River & the Palisades, this property is a mere 15-minute drive from Midtown Manhattan, nestled within the historic district of Riverdale & walking distance to the notable Wave Hill Cultural Center & Garden. Constructed in 1830, the home showcases the enduring charm of the Gothic Revival style, complemented by a Colonial Revival addition at the turn of the century. This distinguished residence spans an expansive 10,000 square feet, with 9 bedrooms, 8 baths, expansive lawns, a sunlit solarium, a greenhouse & a veranda offering enchanting river vistas. This historic colonial home is a living piece of history that seamlessly combines the grace of the past with the comforts of the present making it as inviting as it is awe-inspiring.


Features & Amenities

Interior

General:
Eat-in Kitchen, Home Office, Kitchen Island, Walk-In Closet(s), Walk Through Kitchen
Appliances:
Dishwasher, Oven, Refrigerator
Laundry:
In Unit
Basement:
Finished, Walk-Out Access
Flooring:
Hardwood
A/C:
true, Wall Unit(s)
Heating:
Oil, Radiant
Fireplace:
Fireplace, Fireplaces: 5

Exterior

General:
Balcony
Style:
Colonial
Parking:
Carport, Driveway, Off Street

Construction

General:
Three Or More

Location

Originating MLS:
onekey
School District:
City of New York
County:
Bronx

Lot

Zoning:
05939-0450
View:
Water, View

Utilities

Water:
Public
Sewer:
Other,Sewer

Financial

Source:
onekey
Exclusions:
M3 IAW
Listing Agent Compensation:
0
Buyers Agent Compensation:
2.5%

This listing courtesy of:
Keller Williams Realty Group

About Bronx, NY

Housing

Number of Units
525,376
Median Home Value
$406,796
Median Rent
$1,107

79.66% of housing units are renter occupied.

4.69% are vacant.

Commute

Car
25.02%
Public Transportation
52.80%
Walk to Work
6.74%
Work from Home
14.45%
Other
0.58%

The median travel time to work is 41 minutes.

People

Population
1,405,186
Median Age
35.50
Median Household Size
2.82

Education

High School
28.62%
Associate’s Degree
7.69%
Bachelor’s Degree
13.10%
Graduate Degree
7.51%

Disclaimer: Community and Demographic information uses data from the U.S. Census Bureau but is not endorsed or certified by the Census Bureau.

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