2897 3rd Avenue
2897 3rd Ave, Bronx, NY 10455
Kassin Sabbagh Realty (KSR) is proud to represent 2897 3rd Ave in the Bronx’s 10455 ZIP lies in the heart of Melrose/Mott Haven—an older, two-story brick commercial building constructed in 1925. Spanning approximately 4,000 square feet, the property is a multi-story retail building featuring two ground-level storefronts. It is situated in a densely populated and highly walkable neighborhood of the Bronx, benefiting from vibrant foot traffic along 3rd Avenue.
The locale is undergoing revitalization, with a blend of small retail, phone and electronics shops, bodegas, and community services, well served by subway and bus lines. Its combination of historic character, strong visibility, and neighborhood density makes it attractive for retail or mixed use investment.
• Value-Add Upside: Rent optimization, securing long-term leases, or partial conversion (if zoning permits) could significantly boost returns
• Classified under “Storebuilding” with zoning C4-4 —typically retail or mixed-use permitted -Current Use: Occupied by at least two commercial tenants (e.g. Boost Mobile, O Fresh)
• Located in the Bonx’s busy “Hub” at around 3rd Ave, the property offers strong retail exposure with heavy foot traffic and nearby subway and bus access
• Neighborhood Momentum: Melrose and the “Hub” area show revitalization, retail expansion, and rising foot traffic—adding support to long-term value.Presence of recognized chains (Boost Mobile, local eateries) indicates stable daytime demand. Diversifying tenant mix could further increase resilience.
Building Details
- For Sale Price on request
- Property Type Retail
- Property Size 3,900 SF
- Lot Size 0.11 Acre
- Additional Rent Price on request
- Year Built 1925
- Date Updated Sep 29, 2026
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Location
- City Bronx, NY
- Neighborhood Melrose
- Zip Code 10455
- Market Bronx
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Walk score 96/100 Walker's Paradise -
Transit score 100/100 Rider's Paradise -
Bike score 77/100 Very Bikeable
Points of Interest
3rd Avenue–149th Street
0.09 miles
American Base No.1
0.34 miles
3rd Avenue–138th Street
0.67 miles
138th Street–Grand Concourse
0.75 miles
East 143rd Street–Saint Mary’s Street
0.76 miles
161st Street–Yankee Stadium
0.90 miles
Yankees–East 153rd Street
0.93 miles
Lenox Avenue & 145th Street at Northeast Corner
1.04 miles
Lenox Avenue & 145th Street at Southeast Corner
1.05 miles
Lenox Avenue & 145th Street at Northwest Corner
1.06 miles
Mobil
0.58 miles
BP
0.62 miles
Citgo
0.86 miles
Shell
1.30 miles
plugNYC
3.20 miles
ChargePoint
3.32 miles
FLO
3.76 miles
Tesla Supercharger
4.18 miles
Concourse Plaza Garage
0.61 miles
153rd Street South Lot
0.72 miles
153rd Street North Lot
0.73 miles
153rd Street Lot
0.81 miles
153rd Street Garage
0.85 miles
River Avenue Garage
0.95 miles
Harlem River South Lot
0.97 miles
Commuter Parking
0.98 miles
Harlem River Lot
1.00 miles
Rupert Plaza Garage
1.01 miles
Fine Fare
0.15 miles
ALDI
0.25 miles
Key Food
0.28 miles
Food Bazaar
0.60 miles
Western Beef
0.62 miles
Pioneer
0.63 miles
Real
0.74 miles
Bronx Terminal Market
0.77 miles
C-Town
0.78 miles
Target
0.85 miles
Listing Summary
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Property Details 2897 3rd Ave totals 3,900 square feet of Retail space on a lot spanning 0.11 acres. The property was initially built in 1925.
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Area Characteristics 2897 3rd Ave is located in the Melrose neighborhood.
There is 1 other retail property listed for sale in the neighborhood. In terms of ease of commuting, the area has a walk score of 96, indicating that it is perfect for walking.
