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1-bedroom apartment for sale in Tremont

495 E 178th St Apt 1E, Tremont, Bronx, New York, NY, 10457

$99,800
Asking price · in USD
Size
750 ft² (69.7 m²)
Available
Now

About this home

Apartment for sale in Tremont, Bronx: 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 750 ft². Asking price $99,800. Built in 1941.

From the original listing · Realtor.comShow

Welcome to this HDFC cooperative apartment, offering a rare opportunity to customize a classic Bronx retreat. This one-bedroom, one-bathroom unit retains much of its original character, providing a blank canvas with period-specific details awaiting your vision. Step into a spacious living area bathed in abundant natural light streaming through large windows. The room's standout feature is its beautiful, original hardwood flooring with elegant herringbone parquet and plank patterns. This space is defined by its distinct original details, including elegant arched entryways and a charming built-in arched bookshelf niche in the hallway, adding unique style and practical display space. The windowed kitchen, with its original hardwood flooring, features older, functional oak cabinetry that offers ample storage. It includes a white gas range stove and a standard sink area. The bathroom retains its authentic vintage 1940s-style yellow square tiles with black bullnose trim. It includes a simple, classic toilet, a standard older sink, and a large framed mirror with integral vintage lighting. The existing tub and shower area feature temporary protective panels and visible taping, indicating a space primed for a full, modern renovation. Natural light floods the entire apartment through multiple windows, showcasing the unit's original details and charming layout. While currently in its original state and needing a complete update, the unique period features and classic configuration provide an incredible opportunity to create a custom, personalized home. The HDFC cooperative permits subleasing after two years of residency, adding flexible future options. Prospective Buyer(s) must MEET HDFC income guidelines based on 120% AMI: * 1 person - $142,560 * 2 people - $162,840 * 3 people - $183,240 Located in the heart of the Bronx, this cooperative offers easy access to local amenities, transportation, and the vibrant community atmosphere. Don't miss this opportunity to create your dream home in a historic Bronx building. Schedule a viewing and explore the potential.

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Roofy listing score

Grade C, 65/100 · Fairly complete

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    • Full points: Large, clear photos (about 1,000 px)10/10
  • Details15/20
    • Full points: Price stated3/3
    • Full points: Bedrooms stated2/2
    • Full points: Bathrooms stated2/2
    • Full points: Size stated2/2
    • Does not apply: Move-in date: does not apply2/2
    • Does not apply: Lease length: does not apply1/1
    • No points: No pet policy0/1
    • No points: Laundry not mentioned0/1
    • No points: Heat and utilities not mentioned0/1
    • No points: No amenities listed0/2
    • Full points: Description of 315 words3/3
  • True cost3/15
    • No points: No running costs stated (HOA, service charge or taxes)0/8
    • Some points: Priced 56% below similar homes in the borough3/7
  • Accuracy12/15
    • Nothing to compare: Listed on one site, nothing to compare3/6
    • Full points: Agrees with city records (built 1941, 56 homes)5/5
    • Full points: Confirmed on its source site 3 days ago4/4
  • Legal10/10
    • Full points: No fair-housing problems found in the wording6/6
    • Full points: The agent’s license is active4/4
  • Trust0/15
    • No points: Not claimed on Roofy by the agent or owner0/10
    • No points: The agent is not verified on Roofy0/5

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Scored Nov 2, 2026 · Score version 1. No one can pay to change a score.

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Compared with the area

Asks $99,800, 56% below the median asking price for 1-bedroom homes for sale in Bronx.

Median here
$224,900
149 listings, last 90 days
Typical range
$160,000–$289,450
The middle half of listings
Per ft²
$133.07 vs $272.22
This home vs the median, 51% lower

Priced far below similar homes here. Check the price before you trust it.

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More about Bronx

Location

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Nearby transit

  • Tremont (Metro-North)Harlem4 min walk
  • Tremont AvB D12 min walk
  • 182-183 StsB D15 min walk

Nearby public schools · District 10

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The building

56 units · 6 floors · built 1941

Building record (NYC)

NYC records as of Nov 1 (weekly)

495 East 178 Street · BBL 2-03044-0040 · built 1941 · 56 units

Roofy building score 3/100 · Serious issuesAbout the building, from HPD violations. Not an inspection.
Building type
Elevator apartment building
Open HPD violations
215 (A 42 · B 129 · C 44)
Heat complaints
0 this season
Complaints, last 12 months
5
Rent stabilization
May have stabilized units
Last sale (12-month file)
$105,000 on Aug 17, 2026

44 open Class C (immediately hazardous) violations in the building.

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Added to Roofy Oct 29, 2026Last checked on Realtor.com Oct 29, 2026Roofy doesn’t verify listings. Never send money before seeing a home.

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