$1,550,000

Welcome to 5250 Arlington Avenue, a striking contemporary residence nestled in one of Riverdale's most desirable neighborhoods. Offering four bedrooms, four full bathrooms, generous living spaces, and an abundance of natural light, this home presents a rare opportunity to create your dream home in an exceptional setting.Upon entering, you're welcomed… Read More by an oversized foyer, where floor-to-ceiling windows frame the rear patio and lush backyard, flooding the home with natural light. A graceful curved staircase serves as the architectural centerpiece, leading both upstairs and to the lower level. The main living room features soaring vaulted ceilings with warm wood detailing and a wood-burning fireplace, creating a dramatic yet inviting space. The adjoining formal dining room is open and airy, making it ideal for entertaining. The spacious kitchen offers abundant cabinetry and workspace, with two convenient openings to the dining room that enhance the home's effortless flow. Just off the kitchen is a private office, perfect for working from home, studying, or pursuing creative endeavors. Completing the main level is a generous family room that can also serve as a fourth bedroom, filled with natural light and conveniently located next to a full bathroom. An attached two-car garage adds everyday convenience.The second level features a sun-filled landing overlooking the backyard, creating an open and airy atmosphere throughout. Two bedrooms share a full hall bathroom, while the oversized primary suite offers exceptional closet space and a spacious en-suite bathroom, providing a peaceful private retreat. A west-facing second-floor patio offers an additional outdoor living space, perfect for enjoying afternoon sun and evening sunsets. The lower level provides exceptional flexibility with a large recreation or family room, an additional full bathroom, extensive storage, and endless possibilities for a home gym, media room, playroom, or guest suite.The home presents an outstanding opportunity for its next owner to renovate and personalize a thoughtfully designed contemporary residence with exceptional bones, abundant natural light, and expansive living spaces.Surrounded by mature landscaping and lush greenery, the property offers a peaceful setting while remaining conveniently located near Riverdale's parks, schools, shopping, restaurants, and public transportation, including Metro-North, express buses, and local bus lines. This is a rare opportunity to own and reimagine a distinctive contemporary home in one of Riverdale's most sought-after locations. Read Less

Listing Courtesy of: Ari Susswein, Douglas Elliman Real Estate

Listing Snapshot

Days Online

103

Last Updated

Nov 1, 2026

Property Type

SingleFamilyResidence

Beds

Full Baths

Year Built

1950

MLS Number

RLS20104828

Additional Details

Building

Built in 1950, Living area units: SquareFeet, 2 stories, Entry level: 1

Exterior Features

Patio/Porch Features: None, None

Fireplaces

1 fireplace

Interior Features

SmokeFree

Laundry

BuildingOther

Lot

Dimensions: 100.00x80.00

Pets Policy

Allowed: BuildingYes, No

Pool

BuildingNone

Taxes

Parcel Number: 05945-0100, Annual Amount: $20,124, Tax Block: 05945, Lot: 0100

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