The Motto is a brand new residential building designed by the internationally-renowned architecture firm, Woods Bagot. Situated in the South Bronx neighborhood of Mott Haven, The Motto contains 184 rental homes in studio 1-, and 2-bedroom layouts. Residents enjoy a thoughtful offering of bespoke lifestyle amenities as well as close proximity to vibrant Harlem and Randall's Island Park.
Each home at The Motto combines an efficient, open floor plan with select finishes that exemplify contemporary functionality and style. Natural light pours through oversized windows, highlighting warm wood tones and chic stone surfaces. Built-in closets provide ample storage solutions, and several homes boast luxurious private outdoor space. Kitchens feature custom wood-paneled cabinets, stone countertops, tiled backsplashes, and a suite of modern appliances including dishwashers and eco-friendly electric cooktops. Bathrooms boast soothing color palettes and are adorned with matte black fixtures and chic vanity mirrors with integrated LED lighting.
Amenities at The Motto are designed to complement different lifestyles and foster a communal vibe. Residents are welcomed by an attended lobby and have the convenience of car and bicycle parking. A spacious game room, co-working space, and media lounge has a kitchenette, flatscreen TV, pool table, several seating areas, and an outdoor terrace. There is a fully-equipped fitness center with an attached yoga studio, and on the roof is a sky lounge with a kitchenette and a wraparound deck with open city views.
The Motto is situated at the southern tip of Mott Haven. There are many dining and shopping options along Bruckner Boulevard, East 138th Street, and St. Ann's Avenue, and the nearby 4/5/6 subway lines allow for an easy commute to East Harlem and all of Manhattan.
The Motto
2455 3rd Ave, Bronx, NY 10451
Apartment building
Studio-2 beds
Pet-friendly
Attached garage
Air conditioning (central)
In-unit dryer
What’s available
This building may have units for rent. Select a unit to contact.
Price may not include required fees and charges.

$3,150
Studio, 1 ba
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For rent - Unit 11P
Listing by: Douglas Elliman

$3,215
Studio, 1 ba
-- sqft
For rent - Unit 22P
Listing by: Douglas Elliman

$3,225
Studio, 1 ba
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For rent - Unit Penthouse P
Listing by: Douglas Elliman

$3,300
1 bd, 1 ba
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For rent - Unit 21A
Listing by: Douglas Elliman

$4,350
2 bd, 2 ba
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For rent - Unit 17M
Listing by: Douglas Elliman
What's special
Pet washing station
Clean pets, cleaner home
A pet washing station is rare. Only 8% of buildings in New York have this feature.
In-unit washer and dryerOversized windowsWarm wood tonesMatte black fixturesContemporary functionality and styleModern appliancesSelect finishes
Facts, features & policies
Building amenities
Accessibility
- Disabled access
Community rooms
- Fitness center
- Game room
- Lounge
- Pet washing station
Outdoor common areas
- Deck
- Garden
- Patio
Security
- Doorman
- Intercom
Services & facilities
- Bicycle storage
- Elevator
- Online maintenance portal
- Online rent payment
- Onsite management
- Package service
- Shared laundry
- Storage space
Policies
Parking
- Attached garage
Pets
Large dogs
- Allowed
Small dogs
- Allowed
Cats
- Allowed
Smoking
- This is a smoke free building
Utilities included in rent
- Heat
- Hot water
Unit features
Appliances
- Dishwasher
- Dryer
- Freezer
- Oven
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Washer
- Washer/dryer hookups
Cooling
- Air conditioning: Central
Flooring
- Hardwood
Internet/Satellite
- Building-wide wireless
- Cable
- High-speed internet
- Satellite TV
Other
- Patio or Balcony
Special features
- Children's Playroom
- Cold Storage
- Community Recreation Facilities
- Concierge
- Garage
- Green Building
- Live-in Super
- Locker/Cage
- Media Room
- Valet Parking
- Waterfront
- Pets allowed
- Private outdoor space
Neighborhood: Mott Haven
Areas of interest
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Travel times
Nearby schools in Bronx
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Ps 154 Jonathan D HyattGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 2/10Bronx Academy Of LettersGrades: 6-12Distance: 0.4 mi
Points of Interest
Groceries | Distance |
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Pompette | 0.7 mi |
La Marqueta | 1 mi |
Sea & Sea Fish Market | 1 mi |
City Fresh Market | 0.7 mi |
Whole Foods | 0.9 mi |
The Motto has 5 grocery stores within a 1 mile distance. |
Shopping | Distance |
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Revolution Books | 0.7 mi |
Perry's Coffee Shop | 1 mi |
Innovation Bike Shop | 1 mi |
Duane Reade | 1 mi |
AT&T Store | 0.8 mi |
The Motto has 5 shopping centers within a 1 mile distance. |
Parks and recreation | Distance |
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Harlem Yoga Studio | 0.8 mi |
Heritage Field | 1 mi |
St Nicholas Park | 1 mi |
Lorenz Latin Dance Studio | 1 mi |
Blink Fitness | 1 mi |
The Motto has 5 parks and recreation locations within a 1 mile distance. |
Fitness | Distance |
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Harlem Yoga Studio | 0.8 mi |
St Nicholas Park | 1 mi |
Lorenz Latin Dance Studio | 1 mi |
Blink Fitness | 1 mi |
Thomas Jefferson Park | 1 mi |
The Motto has 5 fitness centers within a 1 mile distance. |
Frequently asked questions
What is the walk score of The Motto?
The Motto has a walk score of 88, it's very walkable.
What schools are assigned to The Motto?
The schools assigned to The Motto include Ps 154 Jonathan D Hyatt and Bronx Academy Of Letters.
Does The Motto have in-unit laundry?
Yes, The Motto has in-unit laundry for some or all of the units. The Motto also has shared building laundry and washer/dryer hookups available.
What neighborhood is The Motto in?
The Motto is in the Mott Haven neighborhood in Bronx, NY.