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Selling Your Home in City Island, Bronx
Current market data from 55 recorded property transactions in City Island. Every number on this page comes from NYC Department of Finance public records — not estimates, not algorithms, not listing data. This is what actually sold.
Home Prices in City Island
Median sale prices by property type, based on every recorded sale in City Island over the past 12 months.
Quarterly Trends by Property Type
Median sale price by quarter. Arrows show change vs. the prior quarter.
📊 Why this data is more reliable than other sites
The numbers on this page come from the NYC Department of Finance public records — every legally recorded property sale in City Island, not just MLS-listed transactions. Sites like Zillow and StreetEasy only capture listings that go through their platforms, missing FSBO sales, off-market deals, and transfers that never hit the MLS. This dataset includes all of them.
We also remove bulk portfolio transfers, nominal sales, and non-arms-length transactions that would distort median prices — cleaning that most data sources don't do. The result is a more accurate picture of what individual homes are actually selling for in your market.
Data source: NYC Department of Finance, Rolling Sales Data — Bronx. Period: April 2025 – March 2026. Excludes $0 transfers, nominal sales, non-arms-length transactions, and bulk portfolio transfers identified through same-date/same-price pattern analysis. Last updated: May 2026.
Best Time to Sell in City Island
Monthly closing volume based on 55 residential sales recorded by the NYC Department of Finance over the past 12 months. Months highlighted in orange indicate above-average demand (≥110% of the average monthly volume).
Takeaway for Sellers
City Island sees its strongest closing activity in February, April, July, and September — the months highlighted in orange above. These peaks indicate when buyer demand is highest and the most transactions close.
Since the typical sale takes 3 months from listing to closing you should be listing approximately 3 months before these peak windows to position your home when competition among buyers is strongest.
The optimal listing date depends on your property type, your timeline, and current inventory levels. A strategy session can pinpoint the right window for your specific home.
Housing Stock in City Island
Distribution of 55 residential sales by property type over the past 12 months.
What This Means for Sellers
City Island is a predominantly single-family market — 47.3% of recent recorded sales were detached or semi-detached single-family homes. Buyers here are typically end-users searching for homes to live in, not investors. Pricing accuracy and presentation matter more than in apartment markets because most transactions are emotional, family-driven purchases. A strong marketing plan that reaches qualified, mortgage-pre-approved buyers will outperform a passive listing every time.
FAQ: Selling in City Island
Based on the most recent NYC Department of Finance public records (April 2025 – March 2026), median sale prices in City Island vary significantly by property type. Co-op Apartments: $375,000 (4 sales). Single-Family Homes: $599,500 (26 sales). Condominiums: $665,000 (9 sales). Multifamily: $764,000 (16 sales). These figures reflect all legally recorded sales — not just MLS listings — giving a more complete picture than sites like Zillow or StreetEasy.
The City Island market recorded 55 residential sales over the past 12 months according to NYC public records. The median price per square foot is $396. The median building was built in 1925. For a detailed analysis of how current conditions affect your home's value, schedule a free strategy call.
City Island sees its strongest closing volume in February, April, July, and September, indicating above-average buyer demand. Since the typical sale takes about 3 months from listing to closing, you should be listing approximately 3 months before these peak windows to position your home when competition among buyers is strongest. The optimal listing date depends on your property type and personal timeline — a strategy call can help you find the right window.
City Island has a diverse housing stock. Over the past 12 months, Single-Family Homes accounted for 47.3% of sales, Condominiums accounted for 16.4% of sales, Two-Family Homes accounted for 14.5% of sales, Other Residential accounted for 14.5% of sales, Co-op Apartments accounted for 7.3% of sales. The median year built is 1925.
Across all neighborhoods Justin Braithwaite serves, his listings average just 24 days on market — well below the city average. His listings also close at 102.8% of asking price on average, meaning sellers typically get more than their list price. Results in City Island specifically depend on property type, pricing strategy, and market timing.
You're not legally required to use an agent, but the data strongly suggests it pays to have expert representation. Justin Braithwaite has completed 261 seller transactions with a 96.1% close rate and a 102.8% sale-to-list ratio. His clients benefit from pricing strategy informed by the same NYC Department of Finance data on this page, plus 10 years of real estate experience and 27 years of sales and marketing expertise. Schedule a free strategy call to see how a data-driven approach can maximize your sale price in City Island.
City Island, Bronx at a Glance
City Island is a small island neighborhood in the Long Island Sound, connected to the Bronx mainland by the City Island Bridge and accessible only through Pelham Bay Park. The island is roughly 1.5 miles long and a quarter mile wide, with City Island Avenue running its length as the commercial and residential spine. The neighborhood has a distinct New England maritime character unlike anywhere else in New York City, with seafood restaurants, marinas, and historic clapboard houses.
City Island is served by the Bx29 bus connecting to the 6 train at Pelham Bay Park, with no rail service on the island itself. Housing is dominated by detached single-family homes, many with water views or direct waterfront access, with a smaller share of two-family homes and a few small apartment buildings. The island's isolation, maritime character, and limited supply have given it a unique residential market within the Bronx.
Nearby Neighborhoods
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