Van Nest

Bronx, NY

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Van Nest - Bronx, NY

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A charming neighborhood in the heart of the Bronx

Urban Walkable Vibrant Convenient Historic

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. Manhattan is just a short subway ride away as well, making Van Nest a top choice for many commuters seeking an affordable rental in the city.

Rent Trends

As of March 2025, the average apartment rent in Van Nest is $1,231 for one bedroom, $1,433 for two bedrooms, and $1,540 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Van Nest has increased by 0.4% in the past year.

  • 1 BR

  • 574 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,231/month

    Average Rent

  • 2 BR

  • 705 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,433/month

    Average Rent

  • 3 BR

  • 0 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,540/month

    Average Rent

Transportation

87

Very Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

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

95

Rider's Paradise

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

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

73

Very Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

This area is very bikeable. You’ll find a variety of bike paths and lanes.

Reviews of Van Nest - Bronx, NY

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2.9 6 Reviews

Visitor

4 years and 7 months agoNiche Review

Local community leaders organizers bow down to the status quo and are a bunch of actors, puppets and lapdogs to the political leadership in the city and state .

Niche User

8 years and 5 months agoNiche Review

its okay< it has change through the years

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† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2025.