NYC home for sale

5040 Independence Avenue, Bronx, NY 10471

$5,850,000

• 9 bd
• 8 ba
• 17,620 sq ft
• Building

A Grand Mansion in Historic Riverdale – 5040 Independence Avenue Commanding over 1.2 acres of prime land in the verdant enclave of Riverdale, the Bronx, 5040 Independence Avenue is a once-in-a-generation offering. This exceptional estate, nestled above the iconic Wave Hill Gardens, is steeped in both architectural significance and presidential heritage as it is located on the very same site that the childhood home of John F. Kennedy once stood when he attended Riverdale Country School. At the heart of the estate is an awe-inspiring primary mansion spanning approximately 17,620 interior square feet across three expansive floors, with an additional 7,500-square-foot basement offering endless potential for customization. Inspired by the spiraling curves of the Guggenheim Museum, the residence features a dramatic triple-height atrium—a luminous, rotunda-like centerpiece that creates a sense…

Listing updated Aug 5, 2026