1579 Metropolitan Ave APT 3B, Bronx, NY, 10462
About This Home
Welcome to 1579 Metropolitan ave Unit 3B 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom First time on the market in over four decades! Lovingly owned by the same owner for 42 years, this 809 -square-foot, north-facing two-bedroom, one-bath residence presents a rare opportunity to create the home of your dreams. Featuring a well-proportioned layout with generously sized rooms, this apartment is ready for a complete gut renovation, offering the perfect blank canvas for buyers with vision. The spacious living and dining area, separate kitchen, two comfortable bedrooms, and full bathroom provide an excellent foundation for a stunning custom renovation. The monthly maintenance fee of $1,069.85 includes heat, hot water, and gas, with electricity paid separately. Parking is available for $150 per month (subject to availability). Conveniently located near Macy's, Starbucks, shopping, restaurants, parks, and public transportation, this home offers exceptional accessibility to everyday conveniences. Whether you're looking to design your forever home or invest in a property with tremendous upside, this is an exceptional opportunity to transform a long-held residence into something truly special. Bring your contractor, creativity, and vision—the possibilities are endless.
Getting Around
Walker's Paradise
Very Limited Transit
BikeableSchools
Construction
Type & Style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subType: Condominium
Interior
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 809
- Total interior livable area: 809 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 039444152
- Special condition: Resale
Features
- Patio & porch: Other
- Exterior features: Courtyard,Garden
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Garden
Parking
- Parking features: Garage
- Has garage: Yes
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Cold Wave
- Heat Wave
- Strong Wind
- Winter Weather
- Tsunami
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in Bronx County and New York
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $1,516 | $18,192 |
| Home Insurance * | $110 | $1,320 |
| Property Taxes | $195 | $2,340 |
| Electricity | $246 | $2,954 |
| Total | $2,067 | $24,804 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
New York FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
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Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-16 | Listed for sale | $300,000 |
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