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Van Cortlandt Park Neighborhood Guide New York, NY

About

Van Cortlandt Park is a primarily residential neighborhood nestled in the northwest corner of the Bronx in New York City. It's best known for the large Van Cortlandt Park, an 1,146-acre park featuring trails, ball fields, and a public golf course. Adjacent to the park is the Van Cortlandt House Museum, the oldest building in the Bronx. The neighborhood is bordered by the Mosholu Parkway and is served by the 1 Train, offering residents convenient access to Manhattan and other boroughs.

What You Will Love About Van Cortlandt Park, New York, New York

  • Enjoying the expansive greenery and recreational facilities of the third largest park in New York City.
  • Discovering the historic charm of the Van Cortlandt House Museum.
  • The neighborhood's convenient location with access to major highways and public transit.
  • The tranquility and family-friendly atmosphere, offering respite from the hustle and bustle of city life.

What's Nearby

Nearby areas include Riverdale, known for its affluent and historic homes, and Kingsbridge, offering a variety of dining and shopping options. The Jerome Park Reservoir is also close-by.

Lifestyle

The lifestyle at Van Cortlandt Park is a unique blend of suburban serenity and city convenience. With its close proximity to large parklands, residents enjoy an active outdoor lifestyle. Meanwhile, the accessible transit links make commuting easy for those working in Manhattan or other parts of the city.

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Explore the Neighborhood

There are 807 restaurants, 201 grocery stores, and 57 parks within a mile of the Van Cortlandt Park neighborhood.

  • GROCERY
    Katonah Family Deli Grocery

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Gourmet Store, Grocery Store

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    0.8 miles

    4293 Katonah Ave

  • GROCERY
    Riverdale Market

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Farmers Market, Grocery Store

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    0.8 miles

    6029 Broadway

  • GROCERY
    Katonah Ave. Food Truck

    Dining and Drinking, Food Truck, Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

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    0.8 miles

    4300 Katonah Ave

  • GROCERY
    Lupita Mexican Grocery

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

    •

    0.8 miles

    9 E Gun Hill Rd

  • GROCERY
    Green Land Deli & Grocery

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

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    0.9 miles

    4313 Katonah Ave

  • GROCERY
    Prime Cut Irish Butcher Store

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Butcher, Grocery Store, Meat and Seafood Store

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    0.9 miles

    4338 Katonah Ave

Van Cortlandt Park Apartments and Rentals

242 Rental properties in Van Cortlandt Park, New York, NY.

  • 5462 Valles Avenue Unit 2 property

    $3,100

    5462 Valles Avenue Unit 2

    3 Beds • 1 Bath

    1200 Sqft

    1 Unit Available

  • 555 McLean Ave #1A property

    $2,400

    555 McLean Ave #1A

    2 Beds • 1 Bath

    850 Sqft

    1 Unit Available

  • 21 Elinor Pl property

    $3,500

    21 Elinor Pl

    3 Beds • 1.5 Baths

    1400 Sqft

    1 Unit Available

  • 487 Van Cortlandt Park Ave property

    $2,600

    487 Van Cortlandt Park Ave

    2 Beds • 1 Bath

    1000 Sqft

    1 Unit Available

  • 25 Lefferts Rd property

    $4,700

    25 Lefferts Rd

    4 Beds • 3 Baths

    3000 Sqft

    1 Unit Available

  • 277 Bronx River Rd #5M property

    $1,600

    277 Bronx River Rd #5M

    Studio • 1 Bath

    550 Sqft

    1 Unit Available

242 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%

Van Cortlandt Park Demographics

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Van Cortlandt Park Reviews

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  • Busy Streets

    No

    Say 1 of 1 renters

  • Area Has Kids Play Outside

    Yes

    Say 1 of 1 renters

  • Noise Late At Night

    No

    Say 1 of 1 renters

  • Area Has Litter

    No

    Say 1 of 1 renters

  • Near Grocery Stores

    Yes

    Say 1 of 1 renters

  • Near Schools

    Yes

    Say 1 of 1 renters

242 Properties Available for Rent

Van Cortlandt Park Transportation

walk bike and transit

Very Walkable

72/100
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.

Somewhat Bikeable

45/100
Bike Score®

Excellent Transit

79/100
1 bus stop, 12 train stops, 2 other stops

MTA Subway - Woodlawn

Train Stop

Jerome Ave

Van Cortlandt Park – 242nd Street

Train Stop

W 242ND St

MTA Subway - 242nd St/Van Cortlandt Park

Train Stop

201 W 242nd St

Source: foursquare.com

Van Cortlandt Park Schools

242 Properties Available for Rent