Watch the sunrise above the entire northeast Bronx from your manor house perched atop Spuyten Duyvil hill. This handsome, historic gem features the character and elegance of a bygone era. Designed by noted architect Robert Waterman Gardner, a student of Calvert Vaux and an archaeologist, your new home's architectural details and traditional center-hall colonial elements combine for a uniquely generous living space. Step into grandeur with gracious entertaining spaces including a large entry foyer flanked by generously-sized living room with fireplace and a dining room with quality terra cotta tile floor, oversized windows, and built-in corner cabinets. Classic French doors open to the brick porch, with its stone walls and pillars, leading to gardens and a play area. The remodeled eat-in kitchen with maple cabinetry and stunning granite counters is perfect for event preparation, and quiet conversations over a cup of tea. Upstairs, a master BR suite offers distant city views, a private bathroom, walk-in closet, and French doors opening to a masonry deck. The adjacent bedroom is perfect for a nursery or office. Two additional bedrooms on this level feature oversized windows and garden and/or city views. The third level hosts three additional bedrooms, one very large with windows facing three directions and two half that size each, and a bathroom with shower off the center hall, benefitting from the stunning eastern vista. One of the earlier residences in Spuyten Duyvil, this location is among the most prominent elevations in NYC. Awesome views east. Cool breezes come from the Hudson River one half mile to the west. Your new driveway and garage, with on-site parking for several cars, is a rarity in NYC! Commuter links within a five minute walk include Manhattan Express busses, the number 10 bus, and the Rail Link bus to the Spuyten Duyvil Metro North station. This homesite combines urban convenience and suburban tranquility within a quiet, historic neighborhood. The house is so unique, it has had only three owners since 1910. Schedule your private tour today to experience the timeless elegance of this unique offering.
This property is $935.1K more than the Median Sold Price and $141/SqFt more than other homes in Bronx, NY.
Based on homes sold in the last 12 months
MLS Details
MLS Information:
MLS Name: ONEKEY
MLS Number: #H6324627
Listing Office:
Office Name: Houlihan Lawrence Inc.
Office Phone: (914) 591-2700
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Property Sales & Tax
Tax History
YEAR
PROP. TAX
ASSESSMENT
2020
$7,512
$96,060
2018
$7,267
$41,560
2017
$6,662
$39,210
History based on county public records data.
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7
/10
Amber Charter School Kingsbridge
3120 Corlear Ave
Distance between this listing and this school0.40 miles
Public Charter Grades KG-5
5
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P.S. 207 Bronx
3030 Godwin Ter
Distance between this listing and this school0.45 miles
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Milton Fein School
3201 Kingsbridge Ave
Distance between this listing and this school0.48 miles
Public District Grades KG-5
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4
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InTech Academy (M.S. / High School 368)
2975 Tibbett Ave
Distance between this listing and this school0.16 miles
Public Magnet Grades 6-8
5
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P.S. 37 Multiple Intelligence School
360 W 230th St
Distance between this listing and this school0.20 miles
Public District Grades KG-8
6
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Atmosphere Academy Public Charter School
22 Marble Hill Ave
Distance between this listing and this school0.41 miles
Public Charter Grades 6-8
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English Language Learners and International Support Academy
99 Terrace View Ave
Distance between this listing and this school0.16 miles
Public District Grades 9-12
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Bronx Theatre High School
99 Terrace View Ave
Distance between this listing and this school0.16 miles
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Bronx Engineering and Technology Academy
99 Terrace View Ave
Distance between this listing and this school0.16 miles
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $73,742. Typical income of Bronx, NY residents is between $35k-100k annually. The majority of families are single, no kids. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
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Frequently Asked Questions About 555 W 227th St
What is the listing price of this property?
The listing price of 555 W 227th St property is $1,525,000.
What type of property is this?
The property 555 W 227th St is a house located in Bronx, New York, 10463.
Is this property for sale now?
Active Listing: 555 W 227th St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
What is the annual property tax for this property?
According to the records, the last property tax for 2020 is $7,512 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?
The property at 555 W 227th St has 7 bedrooms and 2 full and 2 half bathrooms.
What is the square footage of this property?
The property 555 W 227th St is 3,120 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
Which year was this property built?
The year of construction for 555 W 227th St is 1910.
This home is located at 555 W 227th St in Bronx, NY and zip code 10463 in the Northwest Bronx neighborhood. This 3,120 square foot home, which was built in 1910, sits on a 0.17 acre lot. Features: 7 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since August 29, 2024 and is currently priced at $1,525,000.
In October 2024, from all listings sold in Bronx, NY there were more than 38 sold above asking price, over 61 sold below and more than 46 were sold right at the asked price. Between September 2024 and October 2024, Bronx, NY real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 2.8%. In October 2024, listings were on the market for 64 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $589,852.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.
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