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Bronx, NY

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The cradle of rap and hip-hop remains trendy

Walkable Public Transit Diverse Entertainment

The Bronx is considered one of New York’s trendiest neighborhoods. Separated from Manhattan by the Harlem River, the Bronx is busy, chaotic, and diverse — in fact, more than 75 different languages are spoken here. While it’s famous for its attractions like Yankee Stadium and the Bronx Zoo, there’s much more to this iconic borough.

Overflowing with unique charm and classic brownstones, the Bronx also features art deco designs and amazing food in locations like Little Italy. Hip-hop originated in South Bronx during the 1980s, and music is still an integral part of the community.

You might think living in the Bronx means traffic horns, concrete, and pedestrian-filled sidewalks. And, yes, that’s all true, but there are several parks in the Bronx, as well. The New York Botanical Garden stands out with an impressive sprawl of 50 gardens and 30,000 trees. Orchard Beach provides a sweet waterside escape, while Wave Hill Public Gardens offers scenic views of the Hudson River.

Renting an apartment in the Bronx means you can travel everywhere without a car. Walking, bicycling, hopping on a bus on subway—your transportation options are plentiful. In fact, many residents in the Bronx don’t own cars. Because the Bronx is considered a trendy place to live, rent prices have crept up in recent years. However, it’s still cheaper to rent an apartment in the Bronx than it is in many other New York City neighborhoods. You could score a Bronx apartment for less than $2,000 a month.

There’s a lot of competition for apartments in the Bronx due to the high number of renters. Roughly 75 percent of the residents rent, even though houses are relatively affordable compared to other NYC boroughs. The cost of living in the Bronx is slightly higher than Brooklyn or Queens, but if you want to be a part of this diverse, iconic neighborhood, you might find it’s well worth the cost.

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Explore the City

Railway tracks over the river

The Bronx Bridge

The historic Stone Mill in the New York Botanical Garden

The Bronx Park is home to the Bronx Zoo and the New York Botanical Garden

An aerial view of Yankee Stadium

Famous for its restaurants, Little Italy is a popular destination in the Bronx

Rent Trends

As of December 2024, the average apartment rent in Bronx, NY is $1,606 for a studio, $1,618 for one bedroom, $2,067 for two bedrooms, and $2,373 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Bronx has increased by 0.7% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,618/month
521 Sq Ft
House
$3,079/month
659 Sq Ft
Condo
$2,493/month
68 Sq Ft
Townhome
$3,724/month
611 Sq Ft
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Transportation

88

Very Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.

93

Rider's Paradise

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

Living in this area is considered a rider’s paradise, with world-class transportation.

67

Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.

Schools

The Academy Of The Arts

Public

Grades PK-5

279 Students

5
out of 10

Ps 92

Public

Grades PK-5

423 Students

Rating Unavailable

Hospital Schools

Public

331 Students

Rating Unavailable

Ps 64 Pura Belpre

Public

Grades 3-5

139 Students

Rating Unavailable

Ps 230 Dr Roland N Patterson

Public

Grades 4-5

77 Students

Rating Unavailable

Young Scholars Academy Of The Bronx

Public

Grades 6-8

289 Students

3
out of 10

Jhs 162 Lola Rodriguez De Tio

Public

Grades 6-8

371 Students

2
out of 10

Urban Science Academy

Public

Grades 6-8

300 Students

1
out of 10

Jhs 145 Arturo Toscanini

Public

Grades 6-8

293 Students

1
out of 10

Urban Assembly School For Wildlife Conservation

Public

Grades 6-12

502 Students

Rating Unavailable

New Explorers High School

Public

Grades 9-12

435 Students

2
out of 10

Leadership Institute

Public

Grades 9-12

176 Students

2
out of 10
1
out of 10

Urban Assembly School For Wildlife Conservation

Public

Grades 6-12

502 Students

Rating Unavailable

Hospital Schools

Public

331 Students

Rating Unavailable

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Living in Bronx

Transportation

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The Bronx provides great subway coverage, but all lines are specifically north to south. Several express bus operations run from Midtown Manhattan to many areas of the Bronx. You are also given the option to take the Metro-North Railroad. You can gain access to the Hudson line if you are in the West Bronx, and the Harlem line in the central area of the Bronx.

Cost

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Renters living in the Bronx pay an average of $1,488/month to rent an apartment, compared to the New York state average of $3,675. City dwellers exploring houses for rent in the Bronx can expect to pay around $2,469/month. For those looking to buy, the average house is valued at $315,000, compared to the state average of $405,327.

Shopping

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New York City is a shopper’s dream, and the Bronx is no exception. After all, this is the home of the Mall at Bay Plaza, the largest shopping mall in the city, and the legendary Fulton Fish Market, the place to buy fish since 1822. From small, local boutiques to specialty shops, the Bronx has it all—and at a lower cost when compared to the rest of NYC. The cost of living is roughly 15 percent lower than the city average

Highlights

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Yankee Stadium, Bronx Zoo, New York Botanical Garden, Van Cortlandt Park, Grand Concourse, City Island Yacht Club, Arthur Avenue Market, Orchard Beach, trolleys, Bronx Museum of the Arts

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