196 Hosmer Avenue, Bronx, NY, 10465
About This Home
Located in the highly desirable Throggs Neck section of the Bronx, 196 Hosmer Avenue is a well maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bath ranch-style one-family home offering comfort, convenience, and exceptional value. Situated on a 50' x 100' lot - this move-in-ready home features a modern kitchen with brand-new appliances, a new washer and dryer, a beautifully updated main bathroom with a walk-in shower, solar panels for added energy efficiency, and a detached two-car garage with ample parking and storage. Enjoy a short walk to the scenic waterfront trails and open green spaces of Ferry Point Park or spend the day at nearby Bally's Links at Ferry Point Golf Course. The home is also conveniently located near shopping, restaurants, and highly regarded local schools. Commuters will appreciate easy access to the Throgs Neck and Whitestone Bridges, the nearby Bx42, Bx40, and BxM9 express bus routes, and the convenience of being approximately 10 miles from Midtown Manhattan. With R3-2 zoning and annual property taxes of approximately $4,102, this property offers outstanding potential for homeowners and investors alike. Combining modern updates, an unbeatable location, and easy access to parks, transportation, and local amenities.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Property condition: Updated/Remodeled
- Year built: 1930
Materials
- Construction materials: Frame
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subType: Single Family Residence,Residential
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dryer,Refrigerator,Stainless Steel Appliance(s),Washer,Gas Water Heater
Basement
- Level: Basement
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Full
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Features
- First Floor Bedroom,First Floor Full Bath,Eat-in Kitchen,Granite Counters,Open Kitchen,Pantry
- Door features: ENERGY STAR Qualified Doors
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Attic: None
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Natural Gas
- Cooling features: Wall/Window Unit(s)
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 900
- Total interior livable area: 900 sqft
Master Bedroom
- Level: First
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 056070067
- Special condition: None
Features
- On waterfront: Yes
- Waterfront features: Water Access
Lot
- Lot size: 5,000 sqft
Parking
- Total spaces: 8
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener,Private
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Covered spaces: 2
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
- Coastal Flooding
- 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 | $4,045 | $48,540 |
| Home Insurance * | $299 | $3,588 |
| Property Taxes | $519 | $6,228 |
| Electricity | $246 | $2,954 |
| Total | $5,109 | $61,308 |
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
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
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vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-13 | Price change | $799,000 |
| 2026-08-11 | Price change | $799,950 |
| 2026-08-03 | Price change | $799,980 |
| 2026-07-31 | Price change | $799,990 |
| 2026-07-14 | Listed for sale | $799,999 |
| 2009-12-02 | Sold | $340,000 |
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