Neighborhood in Bronx, NY
Is Eastchester South a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe726
Medium378
Low554
Other1337
261 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape107
Child involved68
Assault7
Other94
Crime Details:
Recent reported incidents in the past 12 months (newest first). Up to 10 records.
| Crime date | Crime description | Address | Crime category |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic indicates a possible medical emergency near Kingsbridge Road and the nearby transit line, where a man reportedly fell, hit his head, and was described as unconscious. A bus or ambulance was requested to respond to the location. | Kingsbridge Rd, Bronx, NY 10458 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a possible emergency after a male pulled an emergency brake on the B and D subway line near 174 Street, following a 911 call about a busy condition. | St, Bronx, NY 10460 | Suspicious Activity |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, responders dispatched to assist a 57-year-old woman at 9 Willow Drive, first floor, near Hemlock Place and Leland Avenue. | Willow Dr, New Rochelle, NY 10805 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, possible medical or emotional disturbance involving a female near Prospect Avenue and West 205 Street in the Bronx. Units are responding to the scene. | Prospect Ave, Bronx, NY | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers checked a disabled Volvo with a flat tire on westbound Seminary Avenue in Yonkers. | Seminary Ave, Yonkers, NY 10704 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, police units were sent to St. Lawrence Avenue station on the 6 line for a reported homeless man on the downtown platform armed with a knife or machete. A detailed description of the man was broadcast. Later, radio traffic indicated no further units were needed at the station. | St Lawrence Av, Bronx, NY 10472 | Weapons |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews are responding to a reported odor of smoke at a building on Anthony Avenue in the Bronx. | Anthony Ave, Bronx, NY 10457 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire units respond to a reported commercial alarm at an urgent care clinic near Pelham Parkway in Pelham, New York. | Pelham Pkwy, Pelham, NY 10803 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, mutual-aid medical units are dispatched to an address on Pelham Road in New Rochelle for a 26-year-old woman with a possible heart attack inside an apartment building. | Pelham Rd Apt 1N, New Rochelle, NY 10805 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to an apartment building on Pelham Road in New Rochelle for a 26-year-old woman with a possible heart attack. | Pelham Rd, New Rochelle, NY 10805 | Medical Emergency |
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Median Home Price
$45,319
Average Rent
$2,177
Vacancy Rate
5.5%
College Enrollment
16.3%
Overview
Eastchester South is an extremely dense urban neighborhood in Bronx, NY, with a median home price of $45,319, making it affordable compared to most New York neighborhoods.
The neighborhood is dominated by large apartment buildings and has a high concentration of college students, with 16.3% enrolled in college.
Public transit use is very high, with bus ridership among the highest nationally and a notable share of residents walking to work.
AffordableCollege-FriendlyExtremely Dense
Housing market and real estate character
Housing in Eastchester South is mostly large apartment buildings with a mix of owners and renters. Most homes were built between 1940 and 1999.
| Large Apartment Buildings | 86.2% of housing |
|---|---|
| Vacancy Rate | 5.5% |
| Housing Age | Majority built 1940-1969, some 1970-1999 |
| Owner Occupied Rate | Mixed ownership and rental |
What buyers will notice right away
Median home prices and rents are below most New York neighborhoods.
Vacancy rates are below average, indicating steady housing demand.
Families & Lifestyle
Eastchester South has a diverse occupational mix with a strong sales and service workforce and very low child poverty.
College-Focused — High college enrollment and walkability make it ideal for students.
Transit-Oriented — High bus and train ridership support a car-light lifestyle.
| Children Below Poverty Line | 0.0% |
|---|---|
| Sales & Service Employment | 47.5% |
| Clerical & Tech Support Employment | 26.6% |
| Executive & Professional Employment | 24.5% |
Demographics
| College Enrollment | 16.3% |
|---|---|
| Executive, Management & Professional Share | 24.5% |
| Jamaican Ancestry | 16.4% |
| Puerto Rican Ancestry | 12.0% |
| African Languages Spoken at Home | 4.4% |
| Foreign Born Residents | 30.1% |
Commute
Most residents commute between 45 minutes and one hour, with high bus ridership and a notable share walking to work.
Eastchester South combines extreme density with a strong college presence and exceptional transit access.
Exceptional Bus Ridership — More residents ride the bus here than in 99.6% of US neighborhoods.
High Walk to Work Share — Walking to work is common, higher than 96% of US neighborhoods.
Strong Train Use — Train ridership ranks above 96% nationally.
| Bus Commute Share | 28.3% |
|---|---|
| Train Commute Share | 16.0% |
| Walk Commute Share | 12.0% |
| Drive Alone Commute Share | 27.0% |
Homes for sale near 10475
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Eastchester South?
The median home price is $45,319, less expensive than 99.5% of New York neighborhoods.
How do most residents commute?
Most use public transit, with 28.3% riding the bus and 16.0% taking the train.