Located about 10 miles from Midtown Manhattan, Van Nest is a civic-minded community nestled beside the lush Bronx Park. Neighbors here support one another, whether by volunteering at the Van Nest Neighborhood Alliance or restoring one of the Victorian homes that grace the area. Newcomers looking to rent find turn-of-the-century two-family homes and large pre-war apartment buildings available throughout the neighborhood.
Named the most walkable neighborhood in the Bronx by Channel 12 News, Van Nest's streets feel more urban than suburban. Diverse restaurants and shops line Morris Park Avenue, offering something for every taste. Those looking for greenery in the city can traverse the quiet trails at Bronx Park or visit the expansive Bronx Zoo located within the park. Crotona Park and the New York Botanical Garden are also convenient to the neighborhood.
Numerous students, faculty, and staff choose the neighborhood for its proximity to Fordham University.
