1540 Commonwealth Ave

Bronx, NY 10460

Apartment building

3 beds

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Unit , sortable column	Sqft, sortable column	Available, sortable column	Base rent, sorted ascending
Unit A1 3 bd, 1 ba Listing by: Affordable Housing	1,000	Now	Fees may apply $3,373
Unit A4 3 bd, 1 ba Listing by: Affordable Housing	1,000	Now	Fees may apply $3,373

What's special

Well-equipped kitchenPractical layoutFunctional bathroom

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Unit features

Appliances

Refrigerator

Neighborhood: Parkchester

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Getting around

Walk Score^®

/ 100

Very Walkable

Bike Score^®

/ 100

Bikeable

Nearby schools in Bronx

P.S. 536

Grades PK-5 • 0.2 miles

6/10

GreatSchools^® Rating

Test Score Rating

5/10

Student Progress Rating

6/10

Ps 214

Grades PK-8 • 0.6 miles

4/10

GreatSchools^® Rating

Test Score Rating

2/10

Student Progress Rating

5/10

Wings Academy

Grades 9-12 • 0.4 miles

3/10

GreatSchools^® Rating

Test Score Rating

2/10

College Readiness Rating

3/10

Historic Area
Parkchester’s planned layout, brick apartment buildings, and central oval give the neighborhood a distinctive 20th-century character.
Transit Access
The 6 train and local bus routes connect Parkchester with other parts of the Bronx and Manhattan.
Shopping Scene
Stores and services around the oval make it a convenient center for neighborhood errands.
Green Spaces
Landscaped courtyards and nearby Bronx Park offer outdoor space for walks and recreation.

Parkchester is a planned residential district in the East Bronx, set inland from the waterfront and known for its distinctive brick apartment buildings, landscaped courtyards, and central oval. The neighborhood has four-season New York weather, with warm, humid summers and cold winters. Parkchester’s oval and surrounding shops form a focal point for everyday errands, dining, and coffee, while nearby Bronx Park offers broad green spaces and trails. Local storefronts and restaurants add to the area’s lively commercial feel, and the neighborhood’s architecture reflects its development as a major planned community in the 20th century. The 6 train provides direct subway access, and buses connect nearby streets. For Parkchester, the median rent is $2,650 per month, with a typical range of $1,600 to $4,111, based on 75 active listings.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is 1540 Commonwealth Ave located, and what is the neighborhood like?

1540 Commonwealth Ave is located at 1540 Commonwealth Ave in Parkchester, Bronx, NY. The surrounding area includes multiple restaurants and cafes within 2 miles, such as Morris Park Pizzeria, Conti's Pastry Shoppe, and F & J Pine Tavern.

What hospitals and medical facilities are near 1540 Commonwealth Ave?

The closest hospitals and medical facilities to 1540 Commonwealth Ave include Advanced Dermatology (0.4 miles away), Medical & Dental Office (0.8 miles away), and Bronx Park Pediatrics (0.8 miles away).

What schools are assigned to 1540 Commonwealth Ave?

The schools assigned to 1540 Commonwealth Ave include P.S. 536, Ps 214, and Wings Academy.

What are the grocery stores and everyday shopping options near 1540 Commonwealth Ave?

1540 Commonwealth Ave is located near 2 grocery stores, including Arthur Avenue Retail Market (1 mile) and ShopRite of Bruckner Blvd (1 mile). Additional shopping options, including GameStop, are approximately 0.4 miles away.

What colleges and universities are near 1540 Commonwealth Ave?

1540 Commonwealth Ave is located within 0.2 miles of Santos Services & Consulting, 0.4 miles of Good Luck on Exam Today, and 0.6 miles of Strippers!.