2540 Davidson Avenue, Bronx, NY 10468
FOR SALE
NEW - 2 DAYS AGO

2540 Davidson Avenue
Bronx, NY 10468

University Heights
  • 7 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 3,696 sqft

$1,400,000

Est. Mortgage $8,103/mo*

$1,400,000

Est. Mortgage $8,103/mo*
7 Beds
2 Baths
3,696 sqft
We estimate this home will sell faster than 84% nearby.

Local Information

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  • Schools2 Preschool Schools4 Elementary Schools2 Middle Schools1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Commute Destination

Description

Exceptional development opportunity in the vibrant heart of Fordham, Bronx. This 2-family residence, built in 1920, sits on a 3,924 sq ft lot with 3,696 sq ft of building space. The property's R6 zoning designation unlocks significant development potential for residential expansion and redevelopment.

**Welcome to Fordham – Where Community Thrives**

Fordham is a dynamic, welcoming neighborhood that pulses with authentic energy and cultural richness. Anchored by historic Fordham University, this beloved community features tree-lined streets, charming pre-war brownstones, and a wonderful mix of architectural character. The neighborhood radiates with life – from diverse local restaurants and shops along the bustling Fordham Road corridor to the natural beauty of the NY Botanical Garden and Bronx Zoo nearby.

What makes Fordham special is its strong sense of community. Year-round festivals, cultural celebrations, and neighborhood institutions create a warm, inclusive atmosphere where families, young professionals, and longtime residents thrive together. The area is experiencing exciting growth – projected to add nearly 1,000 new households over the next 5 years – signaling strong confidence in the neighborhood's future.

**Smart Investment Fundamentals:**

The numbers back up the neighborhood's appeal. With a robust rental market (median rent $1,384/month), 97% renter-occupied housing, and steady population growth of 4.5% over 5 years, this is a neighborhood on the rise. Strategic location near major employers, universities, and attractions ensures consistent demand.

**Development Highlights:**
• R6 Zoning - Maximum development flexibility and residential potential
• Strong Rental Market - Proven demand with 97% renter-occupied housing
• Population Growth - 4.5% projected 5-year increase to 62,682 residents
• Vibrant Community - Cultural diversity, local businesses, and strong institutions
• Strategic Location - Near Fordham University, NY Botanical Garden, Bronx Zoo
• 3,924 sq ft Lot - Excellent for redevelopment and expansion

Perfect for developers, investors, and builders seeking strategic growth opportunities in a thriving, welcoming community. This property represents a compelling entry point for residential development in Fordham's vibrant and rapidly appreciating market.
We estimate this home will sell faster than 84% nearby.

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$379
Listed
2 days ago
Last check for updates: about 5 hours ago
Listing by: Locqube New York, Inc., (347) 657-1114
Al Morrobel, (917) 282-2030
Source: OneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#1009289

Home Details for 2540 Davidson Avenue

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Finished,Full
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 7Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Trash Collection Public, Water Connected
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Wall/Window Unit(s)Has HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Fireplace & Spa
No FireplaceNo Spa
Gas & Electric
Gas: Separate Gas Meters: 3Has Electric on Property
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Hardwood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Hardwood

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
No Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1No CarportHas a GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 6Parking: Driveway,Garage
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 3Days on Market: 2

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1920Year Renovated: 1920
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Residential IncomeProperty Subtype: Duplex, Multi Family
Building
Construction Materials: Brick, FrameNot Attached Property
Property Information
Condition: ActualParcel Number: 032010020

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $1,400,000Price Per Sqft: $379

Active Status

MLS Status: Active

Location

Direction & Address
City: Bronx
School Information
Elementary School: Bronx Stem And Arts AcademyJr High / Middle School: Bronx School Of Young Leaders (The)High School: Bronx High School Of ScienceHigh School District: Bronx 10

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: 1009289

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 3696 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

Lot Information

Lot Area: 3924 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

Listing Agreement Type: Exclusive Right To Sell

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 1009289Showing Requirements: Showing Service

Market trends in New York

Last updated May 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$772K
$5K
MoM
Sale-to-List Price
97.8%
Price per sq ft
$643
$10
MoM
Available listings
18549
515
MoM

Price History for 2540 Davidson Avenue

DatePriceEventSource
06/26/2026$1,400,000Listed For SaleOneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #1009289

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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$7,997
Assessment$1,164,000
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 2540 Davidson Avenue

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
0.37
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$1,010,000
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10
1
5,500
0.50
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$808,500
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6
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2,838
0.65
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$850,000
01/28/26
6
3
3,448
0.39
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$900,000
03/18/26
8
4
2,871
0.77
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$920,000
03/11/26
7
3
3,564
0.67
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$798,500
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6
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2,376

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Assigned Schools

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Neighborhood Overview

Neighborhood stats provided by third party data sources.

What Locals Say about University Heights

At least 298 Trulia users voted on each feature.
  • 90 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 89 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 83 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 76 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 68 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 64 % Say kids play outside

  • 59 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 49 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 48 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 43 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 41 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 39 % Say there's wildlife

  • 37 % Say car is needed

  • 33 % Say it's quiet

  • 31 % Say there are community events

  • 19 % Say parking is easy

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Angela Rivera
    "Neighborhood isn't that bad ..plenty of shopping areas around I wouldn't say it's the best area pretty decent "
  • Screensdesigntest
    "families are great here nice neighborhood, would love to grow my kids here, will look for near school"
  • Shaniqua Green
    "Love this area I grew up on Tremont so I’m familiar with the area and I would like to have an apartment back over here"
  • Trulia User
    "This neighborhood is too loud too dangerous and infested with drug users. I wouldn’t recommend this area to no one , the landlords don’t take care of their buildings."
  • Fahim Rahman
    "They have park and places to walk with talk but they don’t clean the dog poop, all the dog owners are garbage"
  • asiyah shabazz
    "The parks are filthy, the delivery men ride motor bikes and scooters on the sidewalks speeding and there’s dog poop everywhere "
  • Ingrid_rf
    "I don’t know. But they should clean after their dog do their necessity in the street to keep the neighborhood clean. "
  • Chelsey Mendoza
    "Very nice for the kids not dangerous at all I love it here schools are great & I would love here over over agin"
  • Trulia User
    "The unique mix of cultures. walking down the street its not out of the ordinary to hear at least 5 to 6 different languages being spoken. "
  • Trulia User
    "I love Inwood.I would love to move in this area. it's a beautiful place. to live and river is near there too. for nice hot days in the summer. "
  • Trulia User
    "The neighborhood is too noisy and too expensive. I live in a house and the driveway is always being blocked by the neighbors next door. Garbage thrown on the sidewalks and people don’t clean up after their dogs."
  • Trulia User
    "Variety of public transportation options available. Full of diversity which is great! Lots of shopping options!"
  • Trulia User
    "I’ve lived here all my life neighbors are usually nice so my only issue is that people don’t pick up after their dogs so u got to be careful"
  • Trulia User
    "beautiful buildings, good green areas anthe people is friendly, I really like it 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥲"
  • Trulia User
    "My neighborhood has great potential. It’s great to live and raise your family. There is access to public transportation and major highways as well. I would recommend this neighborhood to anyone looking to move in a nice community."
  • Sharmel S.
    "This area is very nice. I live in Fordham Terrace., until you walk across University into Fordham. Then youll see a lot of activity you may not be comfortable with. There are a lot of Hills and Parks. The major shopping areas are Fordham and Riverdale. Fordham has more of the major stores. But if you want to avoid a lot of traffic and lessen you chance of getting mugged you might want shop on Riverdale. "
  • Trulia User
    "Not to bad, just a little over populated. Commuting is easy though. A lot of different way to commute. Buses, subways & cabs. "
  • Trulia User
    "No one picks up after themselves. Garbage everywhere and people hangout blocking door ways all the time"
  • Trulia User
    "Express buses are literally across the street as well as public bus and leave you in front of building."
  • Trulia User
    "Once you are inside past the gate, you feel safe. There are rules and fines if not followed. Great transit"
  • Christina A.
    "A lot of traffic in this area. Also there’s a lot of hills to walk up and the stores are on an extremely busy street. "
  • Evande1000
    "My co-op does not allow dogs. But people let dogs roam free in the park and do not pick up after them."
  • Phattygitlmd32
    "It’s dog friendly but not clean. Lots of other dogs to play with and lots of parks and open space for them to run. "
  • George G.
    "There are great parks in proximity and there is easy access to multiple public transportation lines. Lots of restaurants a few short minutes away. "
  • Cdrmorena
    "I love that it’s near major highways and you can access it locally as well. Parking is horrific! Gotten really bad over the years"
  • Juan M.
    "There is some crime and loud noise during the afternoon's and evenings. Devoe park and restaurants in the area tend to be rowdy. This area will hopefully improve overtime, but that time can't come fast enough. "
  • Cathy J.
    "There aren’t any. This neighborhood is pretty plain there isn’t much of anything happening all the good stuff is in broadway or riverdale "
  • Lassen34
    "When train is running right takes an hour to lower Manhattan, when not running right hour thirty/fourth five."
  • Juan M.
    "I enjoy the church events from Saint Nicholas of Tolentine. I realize that the neighborhood is up and coming."
  • Cherrelle B.
    "People don’t care of their dogs they don’t pick up their litter they litter a lot they always smell like pee"
  • Goal1017.st
    "None there are no activities done here there aren’t activities for kids or adults no community events there is just drugs and drug dealers "
  • Dominique F.
    "its a bit loud at times but for the most part people keep to themselves but are still nice. people don't really pick up after their dogs so that kind of sucks but its an alright place to live if you are not being picky. "
  • Ramah805
    "Everyday needs are within a hand reach. Schools are close by supermarkets, places of worship buses and trains very close"
  • Gwendoline K.
    " I love you in my life neighbors are kind a nosy but that’s their business. All the youth go out together either to school or just being raised in the same neighborhood. "
  • Mcservices999
    "The neighborhood is not clean and people don’t curb their dogs. TI would not walk around this neighborhood at night."
  • Gwendoline K.
    "There’s a park to walk your dog. Honestly amazing. Side walk are usually clean. Only during the forth of July that when is the most loud. "
  • James A.
    "Nothing to add other than its an ok neighborhood. Public transportation and stores are very accessible. "
  • George G.
    "Our community has a neighborhood vibe and has the following to offer: Farmers Market nearby, shopping, parks and accessibility to public transportation. "
  • Jeffrey S.
    "people are nice. transit is frequently on time. close to shopping. the college is close also. sreets are pretty much clean. parking is not the best. but available in the early morning. "
  • Daritza
    "I live here for 6 years . Parking it’s difficult and also have to be careful where I park my car cause they have broke the window and steal the mirrors"

LGBTQ Local Legal Protections

Al Morrobel, Locqube New York, Inc., (347) 657-1114
Agent Phone: (917) 282-2030
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2540 Davidson Avenue, Bronx, NY 10468 is a 7 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 3,696 sqft multi-family built in 1920. 2540 Davidson Avenue is located in University Heights, Bronx. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by OneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID on Jun 26, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 1009289.