7 notable new rental buildings in the Bronx
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With so much going on in New York City’s northernmost borough, it’s hard to pick just one reason developers are looking to the Bronx as the place to build new homes and infrastructure to support a new wave of residents. Neighborhoods like Riverdale and Morris Park have remained desirable residential neighborhoods, while others, like Mott Haven and Hunts Point, have seen a decade-long residential renaissance. Major multi-phase new developments have focused on the South Bronx waterfront with luxury high-rises, affordable housing conversions, parks, promenades, and community and retail space to serve them.
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The Bronx Metro North Plan, a major rezoning approved in 2024, is slated to bring $500 million in investments and thousands of new homes and jobs to a 46-block corridor of the East Bronx. The Kingsbridge Armory, often cited as the largest armory in the world, is currently slated for redevelopment via a multi-use revitalization plan that will transform the 570,000-square-foot space into an entertainment, community, and manufacturing hub.
These investments build on attractions that have long attracted New Yorkers to the borough, like Van Cortlandt Park, Pelham Bay Park, the New York Botanical Garden, the Bronx Zoo, and Yankee Stadium.
At the same time, new rental apartment buildings such as The Arbor, Estela, and the massive Bankside complex have brought new residents to the borough, with amenities you’d expect in top Manhattan and Brooklyn buildings.
The Arbor
3260 Henry Hudson Parkway
The Arbor in leafy, historic Riverdale sits just outside the city’s urban hustle. Convenient access to important cultural destinations like the New York Botanical Garden and Van Cortlandt Park, combined with tranquil neighborhood charm, makes the Bronx neighborhood a unique place to call home.
Graciously proportioned interiors with floor-to-ceiling windows and lots of closet space feature conveniences like in-unit laundry, double dishwashers, kitchen islands, and custom window shades.
Amenities at this full-service rental address include a fitness center, children’s playroom, residents’ lounge, and on-site parking garage.
Current availabilities at The Arbor start at $3,140/month for a one-bedroom and go up to $6,050/month for a three-bedroom unit. See all available apartments here.
Estela
445 Gerard Avenue
The Mott Haven neighborhood has emerged in recent years as one of the city’s most vibrant, with a burgeoning residential community taking advantage of both proximity to Manhattan via the nearby 2, 4, and 5 trains and a fast-growing collection of shopping, dining, cultural, and entertainment destinations along the waterfront. The two buildings that make up Estela are inspired by the neighborhood and the surrounding city.
Masonry facades that nod to the area’s industrial heritage hold spacious apartments topped by roof decks with unobstructed views of upper Manhattan and the Harlem River. Interior finishes incorporate smart home features framed by oversized windows, oak wood floors, quartz worktops, and marble tile. In-unit laundry and plenty of closet space add convenience. A select number of furnished units are move-in ready.
A peerless collection of building amenities includes 35,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor amenity spaces. Waterfront-facing sun decks and private workspaces are ready for work or play. Additional perks include an on-site concierge, bike storage, parking with electric chargers, a kids’ playroom, a 24-hour fitness center, a screening room, lounges and game rooms.
Surrounding the complex are the borough’s noted park spaces, waterfront greenways, and Harlem River vistas.
A curated art program honors the creativity of the city and the neighborhood. Estela exhibits 59 original works by local artists throughout the building, 44 of which were created by Bronx artists, many with nearby studios.
Current availabilities at Estela East and West start at $3,005/month for a one-bedroom and go up to $4,895/month for a two-bedroom, two-bath unit. See all available apartments here.
Maven
2413 Third Avenue
In 2023, developer RXR opened Maven, a 27-story rental tower on the South Bronx waterfront. Located at 2413 Third Avenue in Mott Haven, the 145,643-square-foot building is the developer’s first foray into the Bronx. Designed by the award-winning architecture firm CetraRuddy, the residential tower offers 200 rental units. The building also hosts 721 square feet of retail space for local businesses.
The building’s many canted façades allow every unit to take advantage of natural light and views. Apartments feature stainless steel appliances, white oak flooring, matte black iron fixtures, subway tile finishes, and glass and tile shower enclosures.
Amenities at the pet-friendly residence are anchored by a gallery space on the ground floor featuring one-of-a-kind works by local Bronx artists like graffiti artists Cope 2 and CRASH. Amenities include a fitness center, a flexible common area, and electric vehicle charging stations. Residents also get access to a lounge with a chef’s kitchen, banquet seating, a yoga room, a game room with a pool table and big-screen TVs, a media screening room with seating and a projector, and a landscaped roof deck with gas grills, dining areas, and a lounge.
Current availabilities at Maven start at $3,111/month for a one-bedroom unit and go up to $5,796/month for a three-bedroom. See all available apartments here.
Bruckner House
40 Bruckner Blvd
Another relatively new Mott Haven rental is the 12-story Bruckner House at 40 Bruckner Boulevard. Designed by S9 Architecture, the building honors the neighborhood’s industrial past with its modern loft aesthetic. Within are 365 apartments and out-of-the-box amenities like a sunken indoor garden; the building was included in 2025’s Archtober design tours.
Apartments feature sustainable and repurposed materials like polished wood, exposed concrete, and black-and-white tile. Kitchens feature durable, high-end appliances and finishes like quartz countertops and a paneled refrigerator.
Twenty-first-century conveniences include a virtual doorman, keyless entry, a live-in super, garage parking, bike storage, laundry, round-the-clock security, a package room, and a cleaning service. More than 30,000 square feet of community space means space for work and entertainment throughout the building.
In addition to a tranquil inner garden, amenities include the rooftop Skyline Club, offering an open-air pool and pool house with waterfront and city views, an outdoor theater, a sun deck and BBQ lounge, and mini golf. Indoors you’ll find a fitness center, a yoga room, a bathhouse with a hot tub and wet and dry sauna, game rooms, a cinema room, a party room, and a social lounge. There’s also a children’s play space and outdoor playground, a pet spa, and a dog run.
You’re surrounded by the neighborhood’s growing collection of restaurants and bars, art and culture, waterfront, and parks. Connect to the rest of New York City at 4, 5, and 6 subway stations within a few blocks.
Apartments at Bruckner House start at $2,166/month for a studio and go up to $4,850/month for a two-bedroom.
One38
138 Bruckner Blvd
Completed in 2024, One38 at 138 Bruckner Boulevard adds 579 studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments to the Mott Haven community. The building emphasizes eco-conscious and wellness-inspired living in its residences as well as its amenities. Open-concept layouts maximize space and light, complemented by sound-reducing windows. Energy-efficient climate control and smart keyless entry provide convenience and security.
Streamlined kitchen designs feature oak finish cabinetry. Generous bedrooms and storage spaces are served by bathrooms with stylish Japanese penny tiling and in-residence washer/dryers. Private balconies extend living space outdoors.
Over 70,000 square feet of health and wellness amenities include an Olympic-sized indoor pool, a state-of-the-art fitness center, and a basketball court. Three distinct outdoor spaces on multiple levels offer a dog run, a private outdoor playground, and shaded seating areas.
A verdant outdoor courtyard offers winding garden paths and gathering spaces. A rooftop terrace offers Manhattan skyline views while playing tennis, paddle ball, or a number of other sports activities.
One38 is just a few blocks from the 4/5/6 subway lines for easy access to Midtown Manhattan. The surrounding Mott Haven neighborhood is a vibrant mix of local culture, spin-the-compass dining, trendy cafes and bars, and the parks and recreation areas the Bronx is known for.
Current availabilities at One38 start at $3,100/month for a studio and go up to $4,500/month for a two-bedroom, two-bath unit with a private terrace. See all available apartments here.
Bankside
The $950 million South Bronx complex Bankside, developed by Brookfield Properties, represents the most expensive private development in the Bronx. The 4.3-acre development, designed by Hill West Architects, first broke ground in 2019. The seven-tower mixed-use waterfront complex in Mott Haven spans the Third Avenue Bridge on the Harlem River, with a parcel on either side. Its two residential anchors, Third at Bankside (2401 Third Avenue) and Lincoln at Bankside (101 Lincoln Avenue), opened in 2022.
Opened in 2024, a new public waterfront park and esplanade designed by MPFP aims to make the Harlem River more accessible to the community. The 34,000 square feet of public space offers seating and gathering spots surrounded by native plantings. Roughly 15,000 square feet of local retail space is joined by a tech-based community center run by the nonprofit Project Destined.
Lincoln at Bankside
101 Lincoln Avenue
The four towers that comprise Lincoln at Bankside offer 921 studio to three-bedroom apartments in a range of design options. Residences are offered in two dramatic palettes.
Apartments feature floor-to-ceiling windows, stainless steel appliances, in-unit washers and dryers, and dishwashers.
Amenities include a concierge, a state-of-the-art fitness center with studios for spin, yoga, Pilates, and HIIT, a game room, covered valet parking with EV charging stations, a residents’ lounge, a co-working space, a secret-garden-themed children’s playroom, a rooftop terrace, an indoor pool, an indoor basketball court, and reservable event space.
Blessed with views of Mott Haven, the Harlem River, Queens, and Manhattan, the new community is set in the midst of cafés, shops, bars, restaurants, and a vibrant cultural scene. It’s a short walk to the 4, 5, and 6 subway lines for easy access to all of New York City.
Current availabilities at Lincoln at Bankside start at $3,250/month for a one-bedroom and go up to $5,591/month for a two-bedroom, two-bath duplex townhome. See all available apartments here.
Third at Bankside
2401 Third Avenue
Situated along the Mott Haven waterfront where the South Bronx meets the Harlem River, Third at Bankside is part of the massive new Bankside community. The residential complex consists of three towers ranging from 17 to 25 stories, offering 458 total units from studios to three-bedroom apartments.
Oversized views frame the city skyline and the Harlem River. Interiors feature considered details like wood flooring, stainless steel appliances, gas ranges, prep islands, and quartz worktops. Some units have private balconies.
Amenities include coworking and maker spaces with state-of-the-art tools and resources, a pool deck, a game room, a children’s playroom, a 3,000-square-foot gym with indoor turf, high-end exercise equipment, free weights, strength machines, and dedicated studio spaces. Resident services include keyless entry, a double-height lobby with 24-hour concierge service, valet parking with electric charging stations, bike storage, and perks for pets.
Current availabilities at Third at Bankside include one-bedroom units starting at $3,250/month. See all available apartments here.
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