A Bronx Mansion with Guggenheim-Inspired Interiors and Ties to JFK Lists for $6.45 Million
The property is located on the same site where John F. Kennedy's childhood home once stood
A Bronx mansion located on the same site where former President John F. Kennedy’s childhood home once stood has hit the market for $6.45 million. Erin Boisson Aires and Dustin Crouse of the Erin Boisson Aires Team at Douglas Elliman have the listing.
Built in 1899, the 17,620-square-foot home boasts nine bedrooms, seven baths, and two powder rooms situated on over 1.2 acres. Kennedy lived on this property when he attended the nearby Riverdale Country School.
“5040 Independence Avenue is a rare legacy estate in Riverdale, steeped in presidential history and surrounded by nature with the greenery of Wave Hill and Hudson River nearby,” Erin Boisson Aires tells Galerie. “Its combination of privacy, proximity to Manhattan, and potential for customization makes this property a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.”
The interiors of the historic abode include spiraling curves inspired by those of the Guggenheim Museum. Amenities and additional features consist of a garden, a gym, a balcony, a terrace, a wood fireplace, and more.
“This grand Riverdale home offers a unique blend of historical significance and modern convenience, with easy access to the city and a tranquil, park-like setting,” Dustin Crouse tells Galerie. “For buyers seeking both character and location, 5040 Independence Avenue stands out.”
Additionally, the late-19th-century home features a sprawling sunken living room, which leads to a terrace that makes up part of the estate’s 4,500 square feet of outdoor space. There is also a 10-car garage, a sizeable eat-in kitchen, a library, a media room, and a 2,000-square-foot guest cottage with three bedrooms, two bathrooms, and an attached two-car garage.
The Riverdale property is close to the Riverdale Stables, Van Cortlandt Park, Riverdale Yacht Club, and the aforementioned Wave Hill Public Garden & Cultural Center.
