4242 Ely Avenue, Bronx, NY 10466
SOLD
NOV 25, 2025

$662,300

Trulia Estimate
  • 2 Beds
  • 1.5 Baths
  • 1,010 sqft

4242 Ely Avenue, Bronx, NY 10466

Wakefield
Est. Refi. Payment $3,928/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Nov 25, 2025 for $635,000 (2% above list price)

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$662K
Since last month
Increased$11K (+1.7%)
Since last year
Increased$111K (+19.9%)
Since last sale
Increased$32K (+5%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +99% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$667K
July 2026$656K
June 2026$654K
May 2026$656K
March 2026$651K
February 2026$644K
January 2026$641K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

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Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
4165 Baychester Avenue, Bronx, NY
0.17
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$630,000
08/28/26
3
2
1,080
4425 Edson Avenue, Bronx, NY
0.26
Single-Family Home
$540,000
08/11/26
2
1.5
1,152
4309 Edson Avenue, Bronx, NY
0.08
Single-Family Home
$668,000
07/01/26
3
1.5
1,296
4428 Bruner Avenue, Bronx, NY
0.26
Single-Family Home
$635,000
12/29/25
3
2
1,122
4344 Boyd Avenue, Bronx, NY
0.21
Single-Family Home
$710,000
07/24/26
3
1.5
1,318
4331 Bruner Avenue, Bronx, NY
0.12
Single-Family Home
$699,000
03/02/26
3
2.5
1,360
4419 Edson Avenue, Bronx, NY
0.25
Single-Family Home
$499,999
12/15/25
3
2
1,152
4216 Murdock Avenue, Bronx, NY
0.29
Single-Family Home
$640,000
09/23/25
3
2
1,260

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
4316 Ely Avenue, Bronx, NY 10466
0.04
$795,000
4
2.5
2,410
Recently Sold
1923 Bussing Avenue, Bronx, NY 10466
0.07
$913,900
6
2
3,186
Off Market
4309 Edson Avenue, Bronx, NY 10466
0.08
$668,000
3
1.5
1,296
Recently Sold
4238 Bruner Ave #R, Bronx, NY 10466
0.05
$779,900
3
2.5
-
Off Market
4216 Edson Avenue, Bronx, NY 10466
0.10
$930,000
6
3
3,186
Recently Sold
4325 Ely Avenue, Bronx, NY 10466
0.07
$1,043,000
6
4
-
Off Market
4227 Baychester Avenue, Bronx, NY 10466
0.11
$1,020,000
6
4
3,198
For Sale
1815 Pitman Avenue, Out Of Area Town, NY 01044
0.07
$812,500
3
2.5
2,100
Off Market
4313 Bruner Ave, Bronx, NY 10466
0.09
$780,000
3
2.5
2,155
For Sale
4353 Edson Avenue, Bronx, NY 10466
0.13
$805,000
5
2
1,440
Off Market
4220 Wickham Ave, Bronx, NY 10466
0.11
$636,000
Studio
-
-
Recently Sold

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School3 Middle Schools1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1945
Living Area
1,010 sqft
Price/Sqft
$629/sqft
Parking
Open Parking

About this House

Welcome to 4242 Ely Avenue — a well-maintained, semi-attached single-family home located on a quiet, tree-lined corner in the desirable Wakefield neighborhood of the Bronx. Lovingly cared for over the past 23 years, this spacious residence offers the perfect blend of comfort and convenience. Inside, you'll find 2 generously sized bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, and a bright, airy living room enhanced by new windows throughout. Just off the cozy family room, the tastefully renovated kitchen features stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, a stylish backsplash, gas range, and modern hardware — a true culinary upgrade. Step outside to a beautifully expansive private backyard complete with green space, a patio perfect for entertaining or relaxing, and access to your own gated, enclosed driveway that opens directly onto the main road. The full walk-out basement, already plumbed for an additional full bathroom, offers excellent potential for extra living space or storage. With easy access to public transportation, shopping, and schools, this home is an excellent opportunity for homeowners and investors alike. Don’t miss your chance to own a gem in one of the Bronx’s most welcoming communities!
4242 Ely Avenue, Bronx, NY 10466 is a 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,010 sqft single-family home in Wakefield, built in 1945. It last sold for $635,000 on Nov 25, 2025 (2% above the $620,000 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $662,300, with a rent estimate of $3,281/month.
Last check for updates: about 13 hours ago
Listed by Eric Staub, (845) 532-4275
Keller Williams NY Realty, (914) 437-6100
Bought with: Nicholas Rosario, (917) 564-2351, William Raveis Real Estate, (914) 723-1331
Source: OneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#897409

Home Details for 4242 Ely Avenue

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Walk-Out AccessNumber of Rooms: 8
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1010 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Trash Collection PublicAppliances: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Cooktop, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), WasherDishwasherDryerLaundry: In BasementMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Baseboard,Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Baseboard
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: DecorativeNo Fireplace
Gas & Electric
Has Electric on Property
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Double Pane Windows, ENERGY STAR Qualified WindowsFlooring: Carpet, Hardwood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Levels: Tri-LevelFloors: Carpet, Hardwood

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Fencing: Back Yard, Chain Link, Front Yard, Full, VinylNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
No CarportNo GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 1Parking: Driveway,Private
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 20

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1945
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Building
Construction Materials: BrickAttached To Another Structure
Property Information
Not Included in Sale: None - only personal itemsIncluded in Sale: Washer/Dryer, All Appliances, Light FixturesParcel Number: 050170019

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $620,000Price Per Sqft: $629/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Wed Aug 27 2025

Active Status

MLS Status: Sold

Location

Direction & Address
City: Bronx
School Information
Elementary School: Ps 87Jr High / Middle School: Baychester Middle SchoolHigh School: Bronxwood Prep Academy (The)High School District: Bronx 11

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1010 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 2375 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

Listing Agreement Type: Exclusive Right To Sell

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 897409Attic: Full, ScuttleAttribution Contact: 914-437-6100Showing Advance Notice: 2Showing Requirements: Appointment Only, Lockbox, Showing Service

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Nov 25, 2025
Source: OneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #897409
Sold
$635,000
Aug 28, 2025
Source: OneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #897409
Pending
$620,000
Aug 7, 2025
Source: OneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #897409
Listed For Sale
$620,000
Aug 15, 1996
Source: N/A
Sold
$149,500

Market trends in New York

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$794K
$26.67KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
98.0%
0.1%MoM
Price per sq ft
$679
$26MoM
Available listings
17724
933MoM

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What Locals Say about Wakefield

At least 852 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 91 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 85 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 74 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 71 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 67 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 65 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 59 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 56 % Say kids play outside

  • 52 % Say car is needed

  • 49 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 45 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 45 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 43 % Say it's quiet

  • 40 % Say parking is easy

  • 40 % Say there's wildlife

  • 30 % Say there are community events

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    "People walk their dogs and never pick the dog poop up filter people they want to have dogs and not take care of their dogs "
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  • Shaleem O'Connor
    "Easy good and accessible. Stores are all over of all varieties. Train stations are close, as well as a bunch of transferable buses and routes. I take 1 train to get to work. Very convenient. There are buses to two different malls which are a bus ride away. "
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  • Giovanni.bartolotta
    "I live in the area for several years and slowly but surely its getting more urban transplants and new couples moving into the area because of affordability , access to NYC , Westchester and apartment size . I wouldn't be surprised if it started to become more Yuppies in , "
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  • Yohanna
    "Wakefield is not the same . Everyday getting worse. Now is garbage in the streets , people living in the street, too much noise and need to be careful going out because you never know what going to happen to you. I’m too disappointed."
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  • Evelyn Vargas
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  • Isamador24
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  • Trulia User
    "I av live in the place and it’s ok only noisy summer people would be playin loud music Cara horns double park "
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    "i live in the area for about 5 years. Alot of the neighbors are anti social however it is a quiet area and my packages so far have been safe "
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    "Ok but need more street cleaning and more safety for young children and I think it’s over populated as well "
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    "Summer time and everyone is friendly. It has a lot of shopping and groceries stores. It has a lot of Caribbean markets with fresh fruits and vegetables "
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    "Quite neighborhood. Everyone is very friendly and very close to the train station and metro north n9t forget the buses right there too.. "
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    "They have very good schools in this neighborhood ..Not many young kids on my block but the ones that do live here are very friendly n respectful "
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    "the neighborhood is safe and I like the surrounding,there are alot of parks and parking and its family friendly "
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    "It’s very residential. Well maintained lawns and homes. People are friendly. Wonderful schools in the area. Child friendly areas as well. "
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    "The Neighborhood is a quiet place with accesible public transportation and many schools near, street parking available Easy and fast food restaurants near. "
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    "you have access to the metro north Wakefield station and the 2 train. Also the Bronx river expressway and the Major Deegan and 95"
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    "A place for the dogs to go that’s not a sidewalk People use the sidewalk I don’t clean up after them"
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    "Best area I have ever lived in NY, best and most calmed part of the Bx. Neighbors are friendly and everyone minds their own biz…"
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  • Trulia User
    "it's just one of the better areas in the Bronx schools. it can have better schools in the area though "
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    "Good place, good people, good food, and good energy. Lived here for over 10 years and it is the excellent place to raise kids. You will be very pleased to live in this neighborhood "
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    "A little noisy at time from loud music other then that you can tell the majority of the people here work and it’s clean. "
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    "Very good neighborhood to live in , polite people all over and most houses are occupied by owners. Well kept "
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    "family oriented neighborhood, longtime families are grandparents now. East 222nd street block Association very informative of community going on."
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    "Dogs are welcome. People walk and clean up after their dogs. I never feel unsafe around neighborhood dogs. "
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    "People need to clean their dog’s poop because it makes the neighborhood unclean especially when it rains "
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  • Felicito C.
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  • Kay
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  • Shamah S.
    "dog owners in this area would find that very few people clean behind their animal. it is sad that my dog has to watch his step"
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Frequently asked questions about 4242 Ely Avenue

  • What is 4242 Ely Avenue estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 4242 Ely Avenue in Bronx, NY is $662,300.
  • What is the price history for 4242 Ely Avenue?
    4242 Ely Avenue in Bronx, NY last sold for $635,000 in November 2025.
  • Is Bronx a buyer's or seller's market?
    Bronx is currently a buyer's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Bronx?
    The median sale price in Bronx is $794K. That is up $26.67K from the prior month.
  • Does 4242 Ely Avenue have air conditioning?
    Yes, 4242 Ely Avenue in Bronx, NY has air conditioning.
  • Does 4242 Ely Avenue have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 4242 Ely Avenue in Bronx, NY has in-unit laundry.

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