278 Alexander Avenue is a landmarked, two-family home in the heart of Mott Haven’s primary historic district. The layout here is a 6 bed, two and a half bath owner’s triplex over a one bed, one bath garden apartment encompassing over 3, 600 square feet of interior living space. Built in 1864, these blocks of homes are believed to be the oldest settled area of The Bronx. They were landmarked for their French 2nd Empire influences, and original details like cast iron gates and fences.