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Selling Your Home in Riverdale, Bronx
Real market data, monthly trends, and expert guidance for Riverdale homeowners ready to sell.
Riverdale is one of the most active real estate markets in the Bronx, with 502 property sales recorded over the past 12 months. Whether you own a co-op, condo, or single-family home, understanding current pricing, seasonal trends, and your buyer pool is the first step to a successful sale. Everything on this page is based on NYC public records — every recorded sale, not just MLS listings.
Riverdale Market Data
Median sale prices by property type, based on every recorded sale in Riverdale over the past 12 months.
Quarterly Trend
Median sale price and volume by quarter. Arrows show change from 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 Riverdale, 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, giving you a complete picture of your market.
When Is the Best Time to Sell in Riverdale?
Based on the past 12 months of recorded sales, here's how Riverdale's market performs month by month. The bars show sales volume; the numbers show median sale price. Months highlighted in orange had the strongest combination of price and volume.
The Takeaway
In Riverdale, August and September delivered the highest median sale prices — $449,500 and $417,500 — with strong sales volume. This tracks with broader NYC patterns where late summer closings tend to reflect spring/early summer contracts, when buyer competition is highest. Sellers who list in May through July are positioned to close during this peak window. That said, the right time to sell ultimately depends on your property, your financial goals, and market conditions at the time — not just the calendar. Talk to Justin about your timing.
What Riverdale Looks Like
A breakdown of every property sold in Riverdale over the past 12 months by building type. This tells you what your competition looks like and who the likely buyers are in your market.
What This Means for Sellers
Riverdale's market is dominated by co-op apartment sales, which means most buyers entering the neighborhood are looking for apartments in elevator buildings — and most sellers are competing with other co-op units. If you own a single-family home or condo, you're in a smaller, less competitive segment where the right pricing and marketing strategy can have an outsized impact on your sale price. Understanding exactly who your buyer pool is and how to reach them is where a broker's expertise matters most.
Frequently Asked Questions About Selling in Riverdale
Home prices in Riverdale vary significantly by property type. Based on 502 recorded transactions over the past 12 months, co-op apartments have a median sale price of $310,000, condominiums around $610,000, and single-family homes around $1,160,000. The median price per square foot across all property types is $505. To find out what your specific property is worth in today's market, schedule a free strategy call.
Riverdale is one of the most active markets in the Bronx with 502 property sales in the past 12 months. Transaction volume peaked in Q3 2025 with 139 sales and a median price of $400,000. The market is dominated by co-op elevator apartments, which account for roughly 75% of all transactions. Single-family homes and condos make up the remainder, often trading at significantly higher price points. Steady buyer demand across property types makes Riverdale a strong market for sellers who price accurately and market professionally.
Based on the most recent 12 months of public records data, the strongest months for sellers in Riverdale are August and September, when median sale prices reached $449,500 and $417,500 respectively. Sales volume is highest from May through October. Sellers who list in May through July are best positioned to close during this peak window. However, the right time to sell ultimately depends on your specific situation — talk to Justin about your timing.
Riverdale's housing stock is approximately 75% co-op elevator apartments, 10% single-family homes, and 7% condominiums. The remainder includes two-family homes, three-family homes, and walkup co-ops. Buildings range from 1901 to 2016, with a median construction year of 1960. North Riverdale skews toward larger single-family homes, while central and south Riverdale are concentrated with mid-rise and high-rise co-op and condo buildings.
The time to sell depends on pricing accuracy, property condition, and the quality of your marketing. The NYC-wide average is approximately 87 days on market. Justin Braithwaite of Braithwaite Realty averages 24 days on market across all his listings — significantly faster than average. This is achieved through strategic pricing based on real comparable data, professional photography and video, and targeted digital marketing that puts your property in front of qualified buyers immediately.
You're not legally required to use an agent, but working with an experienced broker can significantly impact your net proceeds. Justin Braithwaite's sellers achieve a 102.8% sale-to-list price ratio on average, meaning his clients typically sell above asking price. Over 261 seller transactions and $216M+ in total volume, his combination of accurate pricing, professional marketing, and Certified Negotiation Expert designation consistently helps sellers outperform the market. The question isn't whether you need an agent — it's whether selling without one costs you more than the commission.
Riverdale at a Glance
Riverdale is a residential neighborhood in the northwest Bronx, bordered by Yonkers to the north, the Hudson River to the west, Van Cortlandt Park to the east, and Kingsbridge to the south. It is one of the most affluent and green neighborhoods in New York City, known for hilly terrain, tree-lined streets, and Hudson River views. North Riverdale features large single-family homes with a suburban character, while central and south Riverdale are home to mid-rise and high-rise co-op and condo buildings along the Henry Hudson Parkway corridor.
The neighborhood is served by the 1 train (Van Cortlandt Park–242nd Street) and express bus service to Midtown Manhattan. Riverdale is home to several notable private schools, including Horace Mann and Riverdale Country School. With buildings dating from 1901 through 2016, the housing stock reflects over a century of development and attracts a mix of families, professionals, and retirees.
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