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Property Description
Welcome to 5461 Sylvan Avenue, 25 ft wide, one-of-a-kind single-family home situated on a quiet, tree-lined street in a desirable residential neighborhood. This beautiful property offers a functional layout with bright, sun-filled living spaces, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere throughout. The home features a garage with additional parking spaces, two patios, and an uncovered porch, ideal for both relaxation and entertaining. The residence includes three generously sized bedrooms, each with ample closet space. A large formal living room showcases a stunning fireplace, with a charming patio adjacent to the space-perfect for summer gatherings and seamless indoor-outdoor living. The spacious dining area is ideal for entertaining, while the newly renovated kitchen is equipped with all updated appliances. The backyard/patio is conveniently connected to the kitchen, making it an excellent extension of the dining area during the spring and summer months. The fully finished ground level offers a large family room, a second bathroom-providing versatile space for recreation or hosting guests, or additional bedroom. Conveniently located near Metro-North and express buses to Manhattan, and just minutes from world-renowned Van Cortlandt Park, this home is set in an exceptional neighborhood for running, hiking, golfing, and horseback riding. Lot Area: 4,311 sq ft Lot Frontage: 25 ft Lot Depth:181.92 ft Year Built:1930
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 5461 Sylvan Ave
General
- Price: $985,000
- Taxes: $12,444
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: REBNY
- MLS ID: RLS20066278
- Updated: 1/12/2026
- Added to Site: 7 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 8
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Wood Burning
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Other Rooms
- Laundry: See Remarks
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Private Outdoor Space Under 60 Sqft
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Patio, Terrace
Location
- County: Bronx
- Subdivision: North Riverdale
- Cross Streets: West 255th Street/West 256th Street
Community
- Pets Allowed: Yes
Heating & Cooling
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Wall Unit(s)
- Heating Type: Natural Gas
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Prewar, Walk-Up
- Structure Type: House
- Stories/Levels: 2
- Square Feet: 2,310
- Living Area: 2,310 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1930
Lot Features
- Lot Size: 4543.75
- Lot Dimensions: 25.00 x 181.75
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $12,444
Disclosures and Reports
- Property ID: 05844-1924
- Block: 5844
- Lot Number: 1924
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Schools
Schools serving 5461 Sylvan Ave
School District:New York City Geographic School District 10
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Ps 81 Robert J Christen 5550 Riverdale Ave, The Bronx, NY 10471 | K-6 | 0.3 mi |
Riverdale Kingsbridge Academy (Ms High School 141) 660 W 237th St, The Bronx, NY 10463 | 6-8 | 1.3 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 5461 Sylvan Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
1/10/2026
Listed
$985,000
29.3%
MLS
7/02/2019
Sold
$761,800
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 5461 Sylvan Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$12,596
2%
$62,712
2%
2024
$12,344
6%
$61,457
6%
2023
$11,645
4%
$57,978
-10%
2022
$11,250
2%
$64,380
23%
2021
$10,998
-2%
$52,260
-1%
2020
$11,227
1%
$53,040
-3%
2019
$11,103
34%
$54,660
38%
2018
$8,284
11%
$39,600
—
2017
$7,446
7%
$39,412
4%
2016
$6,973
2%
$37,800
—
2015
$6,836
18%
$37,800
4%
2014
$5,802
11%
$36,427
5%
2013
$5,230
—
$34,634
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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5461 Sylvan Avenue, New York City, NY 10471 (MLS# RLS20066278) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 5461 Sylvan Avenue is currently listed for $985,000 and was received on January 10, 2026. Want to learn more about 5461 Sylvan Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in New York City? You can browse all New York City real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

