Lehman College

Bronx, NY

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Lehman College is a senior liberal arts college of the City University of New York founded in 1968. Routinely recognized for providing a quality education at an affordable price, Lehman offers more than 90 undergraduate and graduate degrees. Access to world-class faculty, small classes, and flexible course schedules ensure students leave Lehman empowered, engaged, and educated.

Located on a tree-lined campus spanning 37 acres in the Bronx, Lehman is convenient to an array of apartments available for rent. Housing options in Bedford Park, Belmont, and Norwood are especially convenient to Lehman’s campus. Easy access to the subway and I-87 also make commuting from farther distances simple.

A range of clubs and organizations at Lehman sponsor support services and network activities that contribute to a vibrant campus life. Regular performances at the Lehman College Center for the Performing Arts and exhibitions at the Lehman College Art Gallery also add a cultural flair to campus. Lehman is nearby major attractions like the New York Botanical Garden and the Bronx Zoo. The many offerings of Manhattan are just a short subway ride away.

Rent Trends

As of December 2024, the average apartment rent in Bronx, NY is $1,591 for a studio, $1,606 for one bedroom, $2,054 for two bedrooms, and $2,381 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Bronx has increased by 0.8% in the past year.

  • Studio

  • 446 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,591/month

    Average Rent

  • 1 BR

  • 525 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,606/month

    Average Rent

  • 2 BR

  • 683 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $2,054/month

    Average Rent

  • 3 BR

  • 785 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $2,381/month

    Average Rent

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

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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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