MELVILLE STREET
1720 Melville St,
The Bronx, NY 10460
$2,500
3 Beds
Van Nest
Bronx, NY
Van Nest - Bronx, NY
Area Guide
Niche Reviews 
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 December 2025, the average apartment rent in Van Nest is $1,299 for one bedroom, $1,748 for two bedrooms, and $1,547 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Van Nest has increased by 0.3% in the past year.
-
1 BR
-
567 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
-
$1,299/month
Average Rent
-
2 BR
-
592 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
-
$1,748/month
Average Rent
-
3 BR
-
0 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
-
$1,547/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
Niche Reviews
6 Reviews
Niche User
5 years and 2 months ago•Niche Review
Nobody wants to ever register, vote or take part in any census. I know many people over the last few years because of the corrupt political and community establishment here. They only looking for attention, being worshipped and lining their own pockets.It's all special interest and a clic.
Former Resident
6 years and 7 months ago•Niche Review
Unsafe area . Sold my home in a short time. The local politicians and Van Nest Community Alliance are a bunch of actors and grandstanders looking for attention in the local papers. They should just give it up. The area was good over 40 years ago. Bunch of liberals wimps.
Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Bronx Zoo
- Bronx Park
- Starlight Park
- New York Botanical Garden
- Crotona Park
Military Bases
Airports
- LaGuardia
- John F Kennedy International
Top Apartments in Van Nest
Houses for Rent in Van Nest
Property Management Companies
Greystar
-
3,443
Communities
-
948,677
Units
-
883
Cities
Willow Bridge
-
715
Communities
-
198,303
Units
-
340
Cities
AMC
-
657
Communities
-
129,675
Units
-
253
Cities
RPM
-
625
Communities
-
169,934
Units
-
244
Cities
Avenue5 Residential
-
549
Communities
-
122,147
Units
-
217
Cities
Cushman & Wakefield
-
499
Communities
-
115,149
Units
-
253
Cities
Search Nearby Rentals
Nearby City Rentals
Nearby Neighborhood Rentals
Nearby House Rentals
Methodology
† 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 November 2025.