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1690 Metropolitan Ave Apt 1E
Listing Notes
Well maintained and spacious 1BED/1BATH condominium in the desirable Parkchester section of the Bronx. This bright and inviting unit features a large living room with an open layout, beautiful parquet flooring, and generous closet space throughout. The apartment offers a separate kitchen with a white refrigerator, ample cabinetry, and a functional layout. The oversized bedroom can comfortably accommodate a king-size bed and includes its own closet. Additional storage includes a linen closet in the hallway and another closet in the bedroom, providing plenty of space for organization. Monthly common charges include, heat, gas, hot & cold water. Maintenance of garden & grounds. Maintenance of common areas (lobby & hallways) Trash, snow removal & pest control. Annual Parking Program, $250.00 for 1st vehicle, license, registration & insurance must have the resident name and unit address. Open to new residents only, 1st come 1st serve, not a guaranteed spot on the property. Enjoy great views from the living room and a well-maintained building with laundry facilities and a mail room located downstairs for added convenience. Just 10 miles north of Manhattan! Easy access to the #6 subway line and multiple public and private bus lines, as well as major highways including I95, I278 and the Hutchinson River Parkway (I678). Its central location allows for residents an easy commute to the city for work or quick escapes to upstate or Long Island. Ideally located close to public transportation, including the IRT Pelham Line (6 train), as well as local buses, shopping, restaurants, and everyday conveniences in the vibrant Parkchester community. A wonderful opportunity to own a comfortable home in a convenient Bronx location!
Market Insights
$403/sqft vs a nearby median of $256/sqft.
- +57% versus the nearby median price per square foot.
- Price history is limited, so current comps matter more than trend alone.
- 613 sqft creates a usable price-per-square-foot read.
Pricing Read
Asking price is about 20.2% above where comps + adjustments land — there is room to negotiate.
- Open Class C HPD violations−$12k −6.0%
- Pre-war character+$5k +2.5%
- Transit access+$1k +0.5%
Property Read
The property is priced above the nearby median per square foot, so condition, building quality, and exact location need to justify the higher ask.
Price history is still limited; review again as more market activity becomes available.
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Listing Details
- Days on market
- 55 days
- Last price change
- No change recorded
- Listed
- Mar 18, 2026
- Photos
- 22 photos
- Property type
- condos
- Status
- for sale
- Last sold
- Jul 15, 1988 · $48,500
Features & Amenities
Photos
Building Facts
- Year built
- 1940
- Total units
- 3,378
- Residential units
- 3,378
- Building area
- 55.31 ac
- Lot size
- 32.14 ac
- Land use
- Multi-family elevator buildings
- Building class
- R4
From NYC public records where available.
Price History
Public Records
16 total recorded against the building
518 class C (immediately hazardous)
Tax-lot deed, mortgage, and transfer records on file
Top: heat/hot water
Top complaint types in ZIP 10462
- HEAT/HOT WATER7,085
- Noise - Residential4,278
- Illegal Parking3,710
- Blocked Driveway1,976
- UNSANITARY CONDITION1,412
Recent DOB
- Aug 27, 2019V*-DOB VIOLATION - Resolved · E-ELEVATOR ELEVATORREQUIRED
- Aug 10, 2017V*-DOB VIOLATION - Resolved · E-ELEVATOR ELEVATORREQUIRED
- Jul 12, 2016V*-DOB VIOLATION - Resolved · E-ELEVATOR ELEVATORREQUIRED
- Dec 9, 2015V*-DOB VIOLATION - Resolved · E-ELEVATOR ELEVATORREQUIRED
Recent HPD
- May 10, 2026Class C · § 27-2005, 27-2007, 27-2041.1 HMC, §238, § 309; § 107 (2) ( C) MDL AND 28 RCNY §25-171: REPLACE OR REPAIR THE SELF-CLOSING DOORS THAT IS MISSING OR DEFECTIVE LATCH AT PUBLIC HAL...
- May 10, 2026Class C · § 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN A UNIFORM COLOR AT CEILING IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 11H, 12th STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM E...
- May 10, 2026Class A · § 27-2013 ADM CODE PAINT WITH LIGHT COLORED PAINT TO THE SATISFACTION OF THIS DEPARTMENT ALL WALLS IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 11H, 12th STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH
- May 10, 2026Class B · § 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE WOOD BASE CABINET AT SINK IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT 11H, 12th STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH
Sourced from NYC Open Data (DOB, HPD, ACRIS). Updated as the city republishes — check the original source for live status.