4720 Grosvenor Avenue

Townhouse located in Riverdale, between Delafield Avenue & West 250th Street

$2,150,000 ($530 per ft²) | 5 beds, 4.5 baths | Approx. 4,054 ft²

170 days on Market

Townhouse Facts

Year Built: 1899

Minimum Down: 20%

Total Floors: 3

Listed: Jun 5, 2024

Last Price Change: ($200,000) on Oct 23

Days on Market: 170

Building Type: Townhouse

Neighborhood: Riverdale (The Bronx)

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Monthly Real Estate Taxes: $2,202

Total Taxes & Fees: $2,202 ($0.54/ft²)

Est. Monthly Mortgage: $11,455

Total Est. Monthly Carrying Cost: $13,657 ($3.37/ft²)

Note: the above is based on a down payment of 20% ($430,000), which is the minimum amount permitted by the building.

Insider Highlights

Unique Historic Charm: This spacious 5-bedroom, 4.5-bathroom townhouse is located in the idyllic community of Riverdale. Built in 1926 with 30” thick stone cut from a European castle, the property exudes a unique and historic charm, further enhanced by its status as a pre-war townhouse.
Architectural Excellence: Designed by the famed architect Frank Forster, the house features original woodwork, Pasadena tiles, and his signature windows and copper-framed screens. The dramatic sunken living room boasts striking casement windows, a beamed ceiling, and an imposing stone fireplace.
Hidden Treasures: Adding to the intrigue of the property is a private library hidden behind the fireplace. The primary bedroom is a haven with soaring ceilings, wood beams, an ensuite bath, and a sunken dressing area.
Gourmet Kitchen: The kitchen is a chef's dream, equipped with a commercial Jade 8-burner 2-oven stove, Sub-Zero refrigerator, two dishwashers, two sinks, marble countertops, and ample cabinet and pantry space.
Outdoor and Entertainment Features: The property includes a large 40’x30’ flagstone courtyard for outdoor entertaining, beautifully landscaped with perennial gardens. It also features a 9-zone Mitsubishi ductless air conditioning system, recessed low-voltage lighting, and a 5-room plus patio Bose sound system.
Additional Amenities: The property comes with a 2-car garage featuring 9 1/2’ oak Gothic double castle doors, a terrace, and a wood-burning fireplace. The property is to be sold AS IS, ensuring no hidden issues or surprises for the buyer.

Description

Enchanting Chateau Minutes to Manhattan

On the highest point in NYC, set in the lush beauty of natural landscapes, forests, and remarkable rock formations that define Fieldston, sits an imposing castle, complete with turret and courtyard, terraced gardens, and tall trees spread over 0.47 acres. It is one of 253 homes built in the 1920’s and 30’s by leading architects creating this idyllic historic community.

This home, built in 1926 with 30” thick stone cut from ruined parts of a European castle, offers, upon entering, a dramatic sunken living room with striking casement windows, beamed ceiling and an imposing stone fireplace that hides an adjoining private library. Designed by the famed architect Frank Forster, it has original woodwork, Pasadena tiles, and his signature windows and copper-framed screens.

Oak Gothic double doors open to reveal a formal dining room next to a kitchen that features a commercial Jade 8-burner 2-oven stove with a vented grill (for steaks and chops), Sub-Zero refrigerator, two dishwashers, two sinks, marble countertops, and more than generous cabinet and pantry space. From there parties can access the 40’x30’ flagstone courtyard for gracious all year entertaining and enjoyment. On the two floors above are 5 bedrooms and 4 baths.

Separated in the south wing above the living room is the primary bedroom with soaring ceilings, wood beams, ensuite bath, and sunken dressing area. Off the main hallway are 3 more bedrooms, one with a charming circle turret room. One flight up to a delightfully high peaked ceiling bedroom and bath.

There is a 9-zone Mitsubishi ductless air conditioning system, recessed low-voltage lighting, 5-room plus patio Bose sound system, and a basement carpentry and laundry room. Perennial gardens were copiously added to the courtyard; terraced perennial gardens were created to the east and south, in the wooded areas to the north, and on the boulders in front of the house. There is a 2-car garage, with fanciful 9 1/2’ oak Gothic double castle doors.

Some photos are virtually staged. Property to be sold AS IS.