Hart Island, Bronx, NY
Is Hart Island a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe143
Medium110
Low75
Other303
11 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape3
Child involved3
Assault1
Other5
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, a male was reported vomiting at an apartment near Main Street, between High Street and Shore Road. | Main St, Port Washington, NY 11050 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire units were dispatched to a reported general fire alarm at a grocery store on Northern Boulevard near Washington Boulevard and Colby Road in Manhasset. The alarm company apparently provided a slightly incorrect address, but dispatch confirmed it referred to the same building where fire crews were already on scene. | Northern Blvd, Manhasset, NY 11030 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire units are dispatched to a reported fire near Tobin Avenue and Broadway. Company 4 is assigned to respond to the scene. | Tobin Ave, Great Neck, NY 11021 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical emergency appears to involve an elderly male at an apartment near Shore Drive in the Highlands, reported with altered mental status and feeling faint. A second alert was issued for this call. | Shore Dr, Kings Point, NY 11024 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, police units responded to a license plate reader alert near Fourteenth Avenue and the Cross Island Parkway exit in Queens. Radio traffic later referenced a silver Mercedes with a Georgia license plate reportedly wanted in connection with a possible gunpoint vehicle theft traveling toward the Whitestone area. | 14th Ave & Cross Island Pkwy, Queens, NY 11357 | Weapons |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical call reports a patient possibly passing out in a private house near Burberry Lane off Fairview Avenue and Tottenville Road in Great Neck. Units 433 and 430 are responding and backing up. | Fairview Ave, Great Neck, NY 11023 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, units were dispatched to a reported three-car motor vehicle accident near Lakeville Road and Union Turnpike in Queens. Multiple companies and units were assigned after the incident was called in by another unit. | Union Tpke & Lakeville Rd, Queens, NY 11040 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a traffic collision was reported near Lakeville Road and Union Turnpike involving an Able-Ride bus and two other vehicles, with no injuries reported. | Union Tpke & Lakeville Rd, Queens, NY 11040 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a reported fire near an auto dealership on East Shore Road. After checking the area, they determined it was likely welding work across the street and no active fire was found. | E Shore Rd, Great Neck, NY 11023 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic indicates a reported brush fire near East Shore Road in the area of Mill Road and Ravine Road, possibly in front of a BMW dealership. Fire units were dispatched to investigate and address the small roadside fire and a related automatic smoke detector activation in a nearby building. | E Shore Rd, Great Neck, NY 11023 | Fire |
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Median Home Price
$826,018
Vacancy Rate
0.0%
Vacancy Rate
0%
Nearby neighborhoods
Hart Island Overview
Hart Island is a remote, coastal neighborhood in Bronx, New York, known for its very low population density and quiet environment.
The median home price is $826,018, higher than 62.2% of New York neighborhoods, with a vacancy rate of 0.0%, indicating strong housing demand.
CoastalRemoteHistoric Homes
Quick Facts
| Population Density | 0 residents per square mile |
|---|---|
| Same-Sex Couples | Higher than 97.2% of U.S. neighborhoods |
Housing market and real estate character
Hart Island's housing market features historic homes with a tight supply and mixed ownership.
| Housing Age | Most built no later than 1939 |
|---|---|
| Ownership | Mixed owners and renters |
What buyers will notice right away
Zero vacancy rate indicates strong demand and limited availability.
Many homes date back to before 1939, offering historic charm.
Families & Lifestyle
Hart Island stands out for its very low child poverty and a notable share of same-sex couples.
Quiet and Remote — One of the quietest neighborhoods in America with very low population density.
| Child Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
|---|---|
| Same-Sex Couples | Higher than 97.2% of U.S. neighborhoods |
Demographics
| Bachelor's Degree Holders | 0.0% |
|---|---|
| Income Level | Among lowest in U.S. |
| Most Common Language | Italian (3.1%) |
| Most Common Ancestry | Native American (0.0%) |
Commute
Hart Island residents have unique commuting patterns with ferry as a common mode.
Hart Island's ferry-based commute and long travel times are distinctive features.
Ferry Commute — Ferries provide the most common means of getting to work here.
Long Commutes — A notable share of residents have commutes longer than one hour.
| Ferry Commute | 0.0% |
|---|---|
| Long Commutes | 0.0% commute longer than one hour |
Homes for sale near 11024
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Hart Island?
The median home price is $826,018, higher than 62.2% of New York neighborhoods.
How crowded is Hart Island?
Hart Island has 0 residents per square mile, making it less crowded than 100% of U.S. neighborhoods.