Hidden amidst the many towering skyscrapers that make New York City a concrete jungle is a scenic villa that looks like it’s straight out of Italy. And if you’re wondering what $1.31 million can get you in NYC, it’s three beds and 2.5 baths, sweeping views of the Hudson River and the Palisades, and the feeling that you’ve been whisked away to the Amalfi Coast.
A unit inside Villa Charlotte Brontë, the stunning Bronx co-op once referred to as a “fantasy sand castle for the Amalfi coast” by the New York Times, has hit the market once again, and if you just so happen to have $1.31 million lying around you’ll want to immediately jump at the rare opportunity to be able to call the home yours.
“Perched atop a hill overlooking the Hudson River, Villa Charlotte Bronte is one of New York City’s most picturesque and exclusive residences,” reads the listing. The three-bedroom, 2.5-bath villa spans 1,996 feet across three floors, coming in at $659 per square foot. The rare-to-the-market-listing offers unparalleled privacy, beauty, and breathtaking views, making for a serene retreat from the hustle of NYC.
The apartment is washed in natural light, and features a private entrance surrounded by lush greenery, a wood-burning fireplace, oversized eat-in kitchen, and a washer and dryer. But the pièce de résistance is the bluestone balcony that overlooks the Hudson River and beyond, ideal for outdoor dining and entertaining.
The Villa was first constructed in 1926 and designed by Robert W. Gardner, the architect responsible for the Staten Island Museum. The 17-unit co-op evokes the charm of an Italian villa and consists of duplex and triplex apartments, each with their own separate entrances. Though the extensive apartment building is under one complex there are no common hallways.
The villa is located just a 25-minute ride from Grand Central Station on the Metro-North, offering the best of both worlds—peaceful, countryside-like surroundings with the convenience of reaching a vital transportation hub in a timely manner.
The villa hit the market on March 24th, 2025, and likely won’t remain there for long! See the listing here.
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📍 2501 Palisade Ave., Apt. H2