Bronx, Bronx NY — neighborhood review

Bronx, NY

Bronx · Bronx County · NY 10451

Updated August 17, 2026 · Would You Live There?

Think twice

Verdict

$289K

Median Price

57/100

Walk Score

9/10

Schools

35 min

to Midtown Manhattan

Score Breakdown

FAffordability
28/100
FSafety
18/100
ASchools
90/100
DQuietness
40/100
B-Commute
70/100
C-Walkability
57/100
WYLT Score51/100

Our Take

The Bronx 10451 is cheap and transit‑friendly, but it carries high crime, noise, and limited green space. It’s worth a look if you’re tight on cash and can handle the hustle, but many would find it a tough daily grind.

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The Good

  • Very affordable housing for the price of a house in many parts of the city
  • Excellent public transit with a 77 score and a bike score of 80
  • Rich arts and cultural scene, home to many historic music venues
  • Diverse food options ranging from street vendors to ethnic restaurants

Real Talk

  • !Violent crime rates are high compared to other boroughs
  • !Many jobs are low‑wage or seasonal; median income is under $35k
  • !Traffic and noise from nearby transit hubs can be constant, especially near the subway lines
  • !Limited parks and open space; green space score is only 5/10
  • $Higher utility costs due to older buildings and poor insulation
  • $Elevated insurance premiums because of crime risk
  • $Potential renovation expenses if you buy an older single‑family home

Best For

Budget-conscious familiesArtists and creativesStudentsYoung professionals

Risk Snapshot

Flood riskLow
Violent crimeHigh
Property crimeHigh
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityModerate

Crime & Safety

Bronx, NY

F

Safety grade

Safety score18 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
High
9.2incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+

149% higher than the national average

🔒Property Crime
High
38.4incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+

97% higher than the national average

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