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New York City, NY
New York City · New York County · NY 10031
Updated June 19, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Think twice
Verdict
$630K
Median Price
97/100
Walk Score
7.2/10
Schools
14 min
to Midtown Manhattan
Score Breakdown
FAffordability
15/100
FSafety
38/100
B-Schools
72/100
FQuietness
30/100
ACommute
100/100
AWalkability
97/100
WYLT Score59/100
Our Take
The neighborhood offers top‑notch walkability, great transit to Midtown and strong schools, but the high cost of living, noise levels, and limited green space make it a tough fit for most people unless they truly need those perks.
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The Good
- ✓Walker's Paradise with 97 Walk Score
- ✓Excellent transit (79) to Midtown in just 14 minutes
- ✓High‑quality schools and many highly rated options
- ✓Low flood risk (Zone X)
Real Talk
- !Median home price near $630k and rent over $1,700 makes it hard to afford for most families
- !Crowded streets and constant noise can feel oppressive
- !Property and income taxes in NYC are high, eating into take‑home pay
- !Crime can be a concern in parts of the Bronx, so check specific block data
- $High property taxes and insurance rates
- $Utility costs (gas, water, internet) are above city average
- $Parking and transportation fees add to monthly expenses
Best For
studentsyoung professionalsremote workers with high commute tolerancefamilies needing top schools
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeHigh
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityHigh
Crime & Safety
New York City, NY
F
Safety grade
Safety score38 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
5% higher than the national average
🔒Property Crime
High38.4incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
97% higher than the national average
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