2053 Van Hoesen Avenue, Bronx, NY 10461

There is something wonderfully unexpected about 2053 Van Hoesen Avenue. Offered for the first time in 25 years, this is a home that rarely changes hands. In fact, its next buyer will become only the third owner of a residence whose character has been carefully preserved through generations. From the street, this handsome classic brick Colonial sits quietly within Indian Village, one of the Bronx's distinctive residential enclaves. Step inside, however, and the home begins to reveal itself—over 3,300 square feet across three beautifully finished levels, generous rooms, exceptional outdoor space and a sense of privacy that feels surprisingly removed from the city around you. Much of the home has been renovated over the past five years, but equally important is what was preserved. Detailed moldings, substantial woodwork, hardwood floors, traditional proportions and a beautiful fireplace retain the craftsmanship and character that give the home its soul. Updated kitchens, baths,...