The northernmost borough of the 5 boroughs of New York City, the Bronxhas become a great area for families, singles, and especially those interested in the arts alike. A location that has been designated as an "All-American City" by the National Civic League, there are many great features in regards to living and/or working in the Bronx. Nevertheless, transportation to and from this city is notoriously less than stellar in some areas. Are you considering moving to the Bronx, but afraid you'll have to grapple with transportation issues on the daily basis? The following is an overview of the best areas to line in the Bronx without a vehicle.
An affluent area consisting of mostly upper-class singles and families, Riverdale is actually the most newly built community in Bronx, NY. With a population of nearly 48,000, this community contains the northernmost point in all of New York City. With a median list price of homes at $554,000 and a median household income of approximately $88,000 as opposed to $57,000 for the Bronx as a whole, Riverdale houses some of the wealthier professionals within the city of New York. Moreover, with the majority of owned homes being comprised of 2 bedrooms, and the average number of cars per household at 1, as opposed to the 1.8 average of NYC as a whole, it seems that many are finding other methods of travels within the Riverdale area.
The average commute to work for those who reside in Riverdale is about 30 minutes. However, a number of people travel for an hour each day to get to work, and some even travel up to 90 minutes. As far as transportation is concerned, The Van Cortland Park- 242nd Street Subway that is located 242nd and Broadway provides quick and reliable transportation to and from the Manhattan area. There is also a series of bus lines (the Bx3, Bx7, Bx9, Bx10, Bx20) that runs through Riverdale which services the areas of Inwood, Kingsbridge, and Washington Heights as well as the Bee-Line Bus System routes 1, 2, 3, and 8. In addition to that, Metro-North commuter railroad service, located underneath the Henry Hudson Parkway and at the Riverdale station, is available to provide transportation services to a variety of areas in NYC. In other words, there is a wide variety of options available for the car-less residents of Riverdale.
An upper-class location that technically qualifies as the southern portion of Riverdale, Spuyten Duyvil is a highly family-friendly location. With approximately 43% of residents being married couples and families, and the lowest crime rate within the entire borough of the Bronx, residents enjoy a peace of mind and an air of a true community in Spuyten Duyvil. Moreover, with a medium sized population of just over 10,000 and a population density of 21,700 per square mile as opposed to 31,700 per square mile for the Bronx as a whole, this area is considerably less densely populated than other areas of the Bronx. With a median household income of approximately $80,000 and an average home value of $554,000 this area is a great location for those who are fairly well off. Moreover, the value of detached homes is around $590,000 and the average value of townhouses is $806,000. In addition, with the average number of cars per household being at 0.9 as opposed to 1.8 for the NYC area as a whole, it seems that the people of Spuyten Duyvil are finding other methods if transportation. Spuyten Duyvil is a highly family-friendly location. With approximately 43% of residents being married couples and families, and the lowest crime rate within the entire borough of the Bronx, residents enjoy a peace of mind and an air of a true community in Spuyten Duyvil. Moreover, with a medium sized population of just over 10,000 and a population density of 21,700 per square mile as opposed to 31,700 per square mile for the Bronx as a whole, this area is considerably less densely populated than other areas of the Bronx. With a median household income of approximately $80,000 and an average home value of $554,000 this area is a great location for those who are fairly well off. Moreover, the value of detached homes is around $590,000 and the average value of townhouses is $806,000. In addition, with the average number of cars per household being at 0.9 as opposed to 1.8 for the NYC area as a whole, it seems that the people of Spuyten Duyvil are finding other methods if transportation.
In terms of the transportation available in this area, the Spuyten Duyvil train station, served by the Hudson Line of the Metro-North Railroad, provides service to both Westchester County and Grand Central Station. Moreover, a railroad swing bridge that carries Amtrak trains between New York City and Albany, known as the Spuyten Duyvil Bridge, is also available for services. Spuyten Duyvil train station, served by the Hudson Line of the Metro-North Railroad, provides service to both Westchester County and Grand Central Station. Moreover, a railroad swing bridge that carries Amtrak trains between New York City and Albany, known as the Spuyten Duyvil Bridge, is also available for services.
An area affectionately named, "Skyville", Schuylerville is a predominantly middle-class enclave that is located in the eastern sector of the Bronx. The housing in Schuylerville consists of mostly 1 and 2-family homes, making it a great location for both families and singles. An area increasing in diversity, there is a large population of Spanish-speaking residents as well as a growing population of both Blacks and Asians. An area that is comprised of 0.682 square miles, with a population of approximately 12,000, and a population density of 17,625 people per square mile, this area is less densely populated than other areas of the Bronx. With a median income of nearly $70,000, an average list price for homes of $554,000, an average detached home value of nearly $400,000, and an average of $484,000 or 2-unit homes, the home values within Schuylerville are comparable to other areas of NYC. With an average work commute of 30 minutes and an average of 1.4 vehicles per home, Schuylerville is ahead of many other areas in the Bronx in terms of the percentage of personal vehicles but is still behind the average of NYC, 1.8.
In terms of the transportation of services in this area they have a series of bus routes that are as follows: the Bx5: to Pelham Bay Park or Simpson St. station, the Bx8: to the 225th St. Station, the Bx40/42: to Morris Heights or Throggs Neck, and the Q50: to Flushing, Queens or Co-op City. Moreover, they also have access to the NYC subway system. The IRT Pelham Line runs between Pelham Bay Park and Brooklyn Bridge / City Hall, 24 hours a day. In other words, there are quite a few options in terms of transportation in this area as well.
Overall, if you are seeking an area in the Bronx that is great for those without cars, consider the aforementioned areas. Furthermore, also, keep in mind that there is always a series of luxury as well as regular car services that serve the majority of NYC as a whole.
