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A private community with distinguished single-family homes
This affluent, privately-owned residential community in the northwest section of the Bronx has a storybook quality to it. Characterized by a canopy of stately trees, moss-covered stones jutting from the ground and preserved landmarked homes, Fieldston is a designated historic district with hilly streets and no commercial businesses. Even the trees are meticulously cared for by an arborist, who ensures the neighborhood’s Norway maples, tulip poplars and horse chestnuts thrive on their designated streets. “It’s a beautiful collection of large, early-20th century, single-family homes. They’re all landmarked within the historic district,” says Ari Susswein, a licensed real estate agent with Douglas Elliman who specializes in the Riverdale and Fieldston areas. “It’s a wealthy community, but it’s not ostentatious. It’s very family-oriented with people walking their dogs and pushing strollers on the streets. It’s one of the last few protected communities in New York City,” he adds. Through the HOA, residents pay for the neighborhood’s upkeep, landscaping and private security, and many families flock here for the nation’s top college prep schools, three of which are located around its boundaries.
Canopy tree lined streets with beautiful colors and scenery.
Mediterranean revival style home is a gorgeous old-fashioned design in Riverdale.
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Tudor-style homes, Colonial Revival estates and Mediterranean-style mansions
Nearly every Fieldston home has its own unique identity, revealing an eclectic range of architecture throughout. Buyers may find stone and stucco Tudor-style homes, colonial revival estates, Craftsman-style abodes, Medieval Revivals and Mediterranean-style mansions. “They’re typically priced in the $2.5 to $5 million range,” says Susswein. Given its landmarked status, residents must seek approval for any changes made to the front-facing, historic exteriors, including some repairs. There are no multifamily dwellings or mixed-use buildings within the historic district, but some prewar co-ops can be found one block away from the landmarked district, with price points ranging from $145,000 to $330,000. Just outside the historic district, in another private community dubbed Villanova Heights, newer modern mansions designed by top architects like Robert A.M. Stern are available with prices starting at $7 million.
Colonial revival style home: Here is another style to choose from in Fieldston.
Tudor styled home: Maybe this style suites you a little better.
Villanova Mansions in the community represent the pricier side Fieldston.
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Tranquil, historic green spaces
Near the center of the neighborhood, Delafield Pond offers a quiet, private reprieve for residents. Brust Park, one of the oldest green spaces in the Riverdale area, has leafy walkways, benches and children’s play areas. However, the largest green space in the area is Van Cortlandt Park which abuts the neighborhood on the eastern side and contains 1,000 acres of hilly, forested land, complete with a freshwater lake and many recreational amenities, including football and soccer fields, fishing sites, horseback riding trails and tennis courts.
Enjoying the open green space at Van Cortlandt Park in the Fieldston neighborhood.
Delafield pond, filled with turtles: is a very relaxing place to visit in Riverdale.
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Home to three of the nation’s most prestigious college-prep private schools
Located in Public School District 10, students who attend public schools go to either P.S. 81 Robert J. Christen School, an A-minus-ranked elementary school on Niche, or Riverdale Kingsbridge Academy, a combined middle and high school earning an overall B rating, and a 22 percent enrollment in AP courses. Most parents in Fieldston, however, send their children to one of the area’s three ultra-elite private schools: Horace Mann, Ethical Culture Fieldston School or Riverdale Country School. As members of the Ivy Preparatory School League, all three institutions regularly make it onto lists of best private and college-prep schools in the U.S. In fact, many families move to the area specifically for these schools.
Overview of Horace Mann School Middle & Upper Divisions in Fieldston.
Riverdale County School: Mind, character, community: Themes of a good education in Fieldston.
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Limited dining and shopping within the neighborhood
Given the residential-only zoning, most shops, services and restaurants are found outside the neighborhood’s historic boundaries. Some markets, like Riverdale Market, can be found along Broadway. Local coffee shops, butchers, kosher delis and a few restaurants are farther south on Riverdale Avenue and Johnson Avenue. Larger chains, like BJ’s Wholesale, are at Riverdale Crossing Shopping Mall, while big-big grocery stores like Foodtown are also farther south along Broadway.
BJ's is a major shopping store located in the Fieldston community.
Enjoying a lunch out with friends at Teriyaki One in the Fieldston community.
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Close to the 1 train and Metro-North
The 1 train is located at the Van Cortlandt Park-242 Street stop, which is walkable from Fieldston. The Metro-North Railroad’s Hudson Line also stops on the west side in Riverdale. MTA buses, as well as Hudson Rail Link buses, also serve the area. Midtown Manhattan is approximately 12 miles away by car.
The Fieldston community has a few different public transportation option, like the 1 train.
Fieldston/Riverdale metro north station gets an easy commute around various neighborhoods.
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Charming and Spacious 2 Bedroom Corner Apartment in the Heart of RiverdaleWelcome to this beautifully maintained 2 bedroom corner apartment, (at end of corridor), with South and East exposures, ideally located in the very heart of Riverdale, New York. Perfect for commuters, this home offers easy access to Manhattan, via public transportation with the #1 train, the Metro North, along with
Classic Charm Meets Modern Living — Oversized 2-Bedroom at 3875 Waldo. Welcome to this sprawling 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath co-op in one of Riverdale’s most distinctive Tudor-style buildings. At approximately 1,200 square feet, this home serves up serious space, style, and functionality—perfect for those who want pre-war charm without the compromises. Inside, you’ll find: grand sunken living room with
Corner Riverdale Townhouse! Turn-Key 2-Family Home with Garage, Garden and Inviting Front Porch! 3 floors of living space, all with separate entrances. Welcome to 224 West 252nd Street, a thoughtfully renovated, turn-key two-family home in the heart of North Riverdale across from 1100 acres of green
FIELDSTON HISTORIC DISTRICT: Newly Renovated, Grand & Classic 7-Bedroom Medieval Revival-Style Stucco & Stone Home, built in 1929.This elegant residence is majestically set far back from the street on prestigious Fieldston Road - a rare and distinctive feature unique in Riverdale. This home exudes a sense of grandeur and showcases timeless architectural details, including a striking
Stately & Spacious 8-Bd. Neoclassical Mansion with Pool & Large, Level, Grassy Grounds Designed in classic Palladian style, this large and lavish 8-bedroom, 6.5-bath, mansion was built in 2019. Extending over 8,600 sq. ft. on four levels, it enjoys exquisite details and luxurious amenities, including an inground swimming pool and elevator access to all floors. Its level, grassy grounds
Grand & Elegant 8-Bd. American Chateau-Style Stone Mansion with Swimming Pool & Grassy Grounds Designed in an American Chateau style, this 8-bedroom stone home has 6.5 bathrooms and was built in 2017. Extending over 10,700 sq. ft. on four levels, it enjoys multiple porches and commanding views. Luxurious details and amenities include an inground swimming pool, elevator access to all floors
Move quickly to secure your new home at 5959 Broadway, the newest and most convenient apartments in the Bronx. Set just next to Van Cortland Park and less than a mile from the Bronx Botanical Garden, these luxurious apartments are beautiful inside and out.No expense was spared in this new development. All apartments feature all modern stainless steel appliances needed to make cooking a
Co-op rentalWelcome to your new home at 3875 Waldo Avenue, nestled in the heart of the historic Riverdale neighborhood. This charming Junior-4, 1-bath co-op apartment, with a flexible second bedroom, is located in the prestigious Fieldston-Riverdale Apartmentsa prewar co-op that blends timeless elegance with modern conveniences.As you step into this expansive top-floor corner unit,
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
6,652
Median Age
35
Population Density
20 ppl/acre
Population under 18
23.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
17%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$89,533
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$115,725
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
89.6%
College Graduates
54.6%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
28.6%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
67.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
45''
Average Winter Low Temperature
29°F
Average Summer High Temperature
86°F
Annual Snowfall
25''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
40/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
61/ 100
Excellent Transit
Transit Score®
83/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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