1738 Melville Street, Bronx, NY, 10460
About This Home
A two-family home offering 6 bedrooms, 2 full baths, and a finished basement brings you the perfect blend of space, convenience, and income potential. Located in the desirable Van Nest neighborhood, this property is just minutes from Bronx Park, the Bronx Zoo, and the New York Botanical Garden, where nature and recreation are part of everyday life. Enjoy easy access to the 2 and 5 subway lines, major highways, local restaurants, shopping, schools, and everyday essentials. Whether you're searching for a place to call home or a valuable investment, this property offers an exceptional location with everything the Bronx has to offer.
Getting Around
Very Walkable
Very Limited Transit
Very BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1905
Materials
- Construction materials: Brick
Type & Style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subType: Duplex,Multi Family
Interior
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Finished
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Features
- Storage
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Natural Gas
- Cooling features: None
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 2,064
- Total interior livable area: 2,064 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 040200048
- Special condition: None
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck,Patio
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Lot size: 2,500 sqft
- Lot size dimensions: 25 x 100
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: 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
- Heat Wave
- Cold Wave
- Inland Flooding
- 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 | $4,293 | $51,516 |
| Home Insurance * | $320 | $3,840 |
| Property Taxes | $551 | $6,612 |
| Electricity | $341 | $4,093 |
| Total | $5,505 | $66,060 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
New York FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-28 | Listed for sale | $849,000 |
| 2026-03-05 | Listing removed | $925,000 |
| 2025-10-22 | Price change | $925,000 |
| 2025-03-10 | Listed for sale | $950,000 |
| 2005-02-14 | Sold | $417,500 |
| 2000-07-20 | Sold | $180,000 |
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