$848,000
$79K PRICE DROP

Estimated payment $5,115/month

Total Views 14,086
5 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,851 Sq Ft
$458 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Water Views
  • Gourmet Kitchen
  • Wood Flooring
  • Private Pool
  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Main Floor Bedroom

About This Home

A truly exceptional home on prime City Island! The Certificate of Occupancy of this special property is a desirable 2-family. - Currently used as an expansive one-family home with 5 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, and 1 half-bathroom.
(PRICED JUST REDUCED TO SELL PROMPTLY)
An excellent layout over 3 spacious floors - plus a full basement with laundry, storage, egress etc.
Direct access from the open-planned and generous chef's kitchen to the extensive deck with your very own integrated pool!

In addition to the living room, dining room, kitchen, and full bathroom on the first floor, there is an additional room with closets that can be used as an office or a den - according to your preference. The primary bedroom, and one guest bedroom are on the second floor - both with access to the extra-large bathroom. Two additional bedrooms, and a den make up the versatile attic / third full floor, with charming slanted ceilings. Use your creativity and apply your unique lifestyle preference to the third floor - it can be anything you desire!
- A studio space, a guest suite, or perhaps converted to a spectacular master suite! - The opportunities are endless.

Built in the early 1900's, this home presents appealing prewar details of arched doorways, high ceilings, and a plethora of windows - including the gorgeous bay-windows with a built-in banquette in the dining room.
551 Minnieford Avenue's ideal floor plan of south, west, east and north orientation, fills this home with beautiful light from sunrise to sunset. This property also sits on a sizable 5,000 sqft corner lot, and is only a few steps to a private beach.
Enjoy pleasing open views from every corner and every window of this property - featuring treetops, water, and sailboats from the very near Boat club!
Private driveway for 3 cars, and a front porch adorned with original shiplap ceiling - this property has great curb appeal and is at an excellent location on the wonderful City Island.

551 Minnieford Ave has been owned by the same family for 40 years and has been lovingly cared for, and updated.

A property to fall in love with! - A home you will not grow out of.

Floor plans also enclosed. Property sold as is.

For more information, to book a showing, or to receive a walkthrough video of the property; please contact the listing agent directly.

Listing Agent

Sandra Salander

R New York Brokerage Phone: 212-688-1000 License #10401234338 Listed on: 05/17/2025

R New York

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,215

Year Built

  • Built in 1901

Lot Details

  • 5,000 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 50x100

Home Design

  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,851 Sq Ft Home
  • Built-In Features
  • High Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Water Views
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Kitchen

  • Gourmet Kitchen
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Kitchen Island

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • Main Floor Bedroom

Parking

  • 3 Parking Spaces
  • Driveway

Pool

  • Private Pool

Schools

  • Ps 175 City Island Elementary School
  • Ps 19 Judith K Weiss Middle School
  • Collegiate Inst For Math & Sci High School

Utilities

  • Cooling System Mounted To A Wall/Window
  • Heating System Uses Oil

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 05635-0114

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,215

Year Built

Built in 1901

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Architectural Style: Craftsman
  • Property SubType: Single Family Residence
  • Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
  • Year Built: 1901
  • Attribution Contact: 212-688-1000
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
  • Interior Amenities: First Floor Bedroom, First Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Chefs Kitchen, Formal Dining, High Ceilings, Kitchen Island, Open Kitchen, Original Details
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement: Full
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Living Area: 1851
  • Window Features: Bay Window(s)
  • Basement YN: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • Pool Private: Yes
  • View: Open, Water
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Total Parking Spaces: 3
  • Garage: No
  • Parking Description: Driveway

Utilities

  • Cooling: Wall/Window Unit(s)
  • Heating: Oil
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Senior Community: No
  • Association: No

Schools

  • Middle School: Ps 19 Judith K Weiss

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1148
  • Lot Dimensions: 50x100
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 5000
  • Parcel Number: 05635-0114
  • Property Attached: No

Rental Info

  • Lease Considered: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 7214.52
  • Tax Year: 2024

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Ps 175 City Island
  • High School: Collegiate Inst For Math & Sci
  • Middle School District: Bronx 11

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Range of Values:

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $7,202 $39,496 $12,220 $27,276
2024 $7,202 $39,139 $14,118 $25,021
2023 $7,135 $36,924 $11,600 $25,324
2022 $6,301 $35,940 $13,440 $22,500
2021 $7,028 $36,720 $13,440 $23,280
2020 $6,730 $39,300 $13,440 $25,860
2019 $6,530 $39,120 $13,440 $25,680
2018 $5,975 $30,770 $9,832 $20,938
2017 $5,618 $29,030 $11,003 $18,027
2016 $5,494 $29,030 $13,298 $15,732
2015 $3,083 $27,660 $14,940 $12,720
2014 $3,083 $27,180 $13,167 $14,013
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
09/02/2025 09/02/25 Price Changed $848,000 -5.6% $458 / Sq Ft
07/03/2025 07/03/25 Price Changed $898,000 -3.1% $485 / Sq Ft
05/17/2025 05/17/25 For Sale $927,000 -- $501 / Sq Ft
Source: OneKey® MLS

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed -- --
Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Source: OneKey® MLS

MLS Number: 863699

OneKey® MLS

APN: 05635-0114