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Bronx River Neighborhood Guide New York, NY

About

The Bronx River neighborhood is situated along the eponymous river in New York City and is known for its rich cultural diversity and dense urban atmosphere. The area is bounded by major transportation routes, namely Bronx River Avenue, East 174th Street, and Bruckner Expressway. Close to the neighborhood is the prominent Hunts Point, a thriving industrial park and food distribution point. The neighborhood is also home to the Bronx River Alliance, an organization dedicated to protecting and improving the Bronx River corridor.

What You Will Love About Bronx River, New York, New York

  • The neighborhood offers a vibrant multi-cultural experience and is home to a blend of Latin-American, Caribbean, and African-American communities.
  • The area is flush with green spaces, notably the Soundview and Pugsley Creek Parks, offering recreational activities for residents.
  • The vibrant area of Hunts Point, known for its food markets and thriving art scene, is easily accessible.

What's Nearby

Bronx River is in proximity to the Bronx Zoo and New York Botanical Garden, two of the city's major attractions. Furthermore, it's just a short ride away from the Yankee Stadium. The neighborhood is also close to major hospitals, including the Bronx-Lebanon Hospital Center and St. Barnabas Hospital.

Lifestyle

Life in Bronx River is characterized by an urban-suburban mix, offering both the hustle and bustle of NYC and quieter residential streets. A variety of restaurants and small businesses reflect the cultural diversity of the neighborhood, offering plenty of options for local shopping and dining. The neighborhood's parks and recreation areas also lend to an active outdoor lifestyle.

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Explore the Neighborhood

There are 553 restaurants, 179 grocery stores, and 33 parks within a mile of the Bronx River neighborhood.

  • GROCERY
    VZ Deli Grocery

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

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    0.1 miles

    1250 Morrison Ave

  • GROCERY
    Pioneer Digital Surveillance S

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

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    0.2 miles

    1562 E 174th St

  • GROCERY
    Sabsa Candy Grocery

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Candy Store, Grocery Store

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    0.2 miles

    1623 Westchester Ave

  • GROCERY
    Noble Deli Grocery

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

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    0.2 miles

    1721 E 172nd St

  • GROCERY
    Associated Supermarkets

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

    •

    0.2 miles

    1585 Westchester Ave

  • GROCERY
    1614 Brother Grocery Store

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

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    0.2 miles

    1614 Westchester Ave

Bronx River Apartments and Rentals

27 Rental properties in Bronx River, New York, NY.

  • Parkchester Apartments property

    $1,335+

    Parkchester Apartments

    Studio–3 Beds • 1 Bath

    414–1044 Sqft

    Available Now

  • 1394 Commonwealth Ave property

    $2,395

    1394 Commonwealth Ave

    2 Beds • 1 Bath

    1 Unit Available

  • 1124 Stratford Ave property

    $2,125

    1124 Stratford Ave

    1 Bed • 1 Bath

    1 Unit Available

  • 1745 Gleason Ave property

    $3,000

    1745 Gleason Ave

    3 Beds • 1 Bath

    1 Unit Available

  • 1847 Cross Bronx Expy property

    $2,395

    1847 Cross Bronx Expy

    2 Beds • 1 Bath

    1 Unit Available

  • 1847 Cross Bronx Expy property

    $3,200

    1847 Cross Bronx Expy

    3 Beds • 2 Baths

    1 Unit Available

27 Properties Available for Rent

Cost of Living

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CategoryCompare to State Avg.Compare to National Avg.
housing
10.1%
67.6%
utilities
0.1%
33.7%
food
0.9%
5.3%
transportation
1.1%
6.4%
healthcare
0.7%
11%

Bronx River Demographics

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Bronx River Reviews

people smiling

  • Busy Streets

    No

    Say 4 of 5 renters

  • Area Has Potholes

    No

    Say 4 of 5 renters

  • Good Place To Raise A Family

    Yes

    Say 4 of 5 renters

  • Noise Late At Night

    No

    Say 3 of 5 renters

  • Area Has Litter

    No

    Say 3 of 5 renters

  • Mostly Older Buildings

    No

    Say 3 of 5 renters

27 Properties Available for Rent

Bronx River Transportation

walk bike and transit

Walker’s Paradise

90/100
Walk Score®
The Walk Score© measures walkability on a scale of 0-100 based on walking routes to destinations such as dining and drinking, groceries, and shopping.

Bikeable

66/100
Bike Score®

Rider’s Paradise

98/100
7 bus stops, 15 train stops, 3 other stops

MTA MaBSTOA Bus - Bx36 at Manor Avenue / 174th Street

Bus Stop

Manor Avenue

The 6 Train

Train Stop

Westchester Avenue

MTA Subway - Morrison Ave/Sound View

Train Stop

Westchester Ave

Source: foursquare.com

Bronx River Schools

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0%
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38%
South BronxNeighborhood in New-york, New-york$2,955--
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0%
DowntownNeighborhood in Bronx, New-york$1,517
0%
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City IslandNeighborhood in New-york, New-york----
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0%
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16%
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0%
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