This station was constructed by the Interborough Rapid Transit Company as part of the Dual Contracts and opened in 1917.

As part of Contract 3, the IRT agreed to build an elevated line along Jerome Avenue in the Bronx.

[10] This section was initially served by shuttle service, with passengers transferring at 167th Street.

[11][12] The construction of the line encouraged development along Jerome Avenue, and led to the growth of the surrounding communities.

As part of the project, new canopy roofs, walls, lighting, staircases, floors, and a public address system would be installed at each station.