Neighborhood Guide
Is W 76th St / Columbus Ave a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe2542
Medium1579
Low1608
Other3434
146 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape37
Child involved49
Assault52
Other39
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, emergency crews responded near East Houston Street and Suffolk Street for a medical incident involving a second patient with a burn. Additional EMS units and a spare bus were requested to support the response. | E Houston St & Suffolk St, New York, NY 10002 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers reported they would stop by a location on Ogden Avenue in Jersey City to check on a possible disorderly person. | Ogden Ave., Jersey City, NJ 07307 | Disturbance |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a report of a male refusing to leave the service gate area at the East 181 Street station on the A line. Multiple units were requested to check the location and handle the disorderly person complaint. | St, New York, NY 10033 | Disturbance |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a possible break in report on the second floor of a building on Lincoln Street between Milton and Summit in Jersey City. A third party caller reported someone might be trying to break in, but officers found the upstairs door locked and first floor residents reported hearing no one upstairs. | Lincoln St 2nd floor, Jersey City, NJ 07307 | Break-In |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch requested to (number withheld) Bleecker Street, (number withheld), for a possible emotional disturbance. | Bleecker St, Jersey City, NJ 07307 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a reported fire alarm activation throughout a two-story mixed-use building on Bergenline Avenue in Union City. Units investigated and it was reported that nothing was showing. | Bergenline Ave, Union City, NJ 07087 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a patient fell on the street near Bergen Street and North 10th Street. Nearby units were requested to provide help. | W 10th St, New York, NY 10014 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatchers received a third-party report of a possible burglary in progress at a residence on the second floor of a building on Lincoln Street. A caller said her friend reported that someone may be trying to break into her home. | Lincoln St 2nd floor, Jersey City, NJ 07307 | Break-In |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency units are dispatched to investigate a reported odor of gas near West 94th Street by Riverside Drive and West End Avenue in Manhattan. | W 94th St, New York, NY 10025 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a male patient is being transported to Lenox Hill hospital with paramedics from units West Side 46 and 67 on board. | E 77th St, New York, NY 10075 | Medical Emergency |
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Median Home Price
$5,589,699
Average Rent
$6,026
Vacancy Rate
16.8%
Overview
W 76th St / Columbus Ave is a densely urban neighborhood in New York, NY, with a median home price of $5,589,699 and high rental costs. It features mostly historic apartment complexes and single-family homes, with a majority renter occupancy.
The neighborhood is extremely walkable and has a high percentage of residents who commute by train or work from home, reflecting its affluent and professional character.
Densely UrbanHistoric HomesHighly WalkableAffluent
Quick Facts
| Work From Home | 32.4% |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
The housing market here is dominated by apartment complexes and historic residences, with a high renter occupancy and notable vacancy rate.
| Renter Occupied | |
|---|---|
| Apartment Complexes/High-Rises | 93.0% |
| Small Units (1-2 bedrooms or less) | 82.6% |
| Vacancy Rate | 16.8 |
| Historic Homes (built 1939 or earlier) | 85.8% |
What buyers will notice right away
Most residences were built before 1940, offering charm and architectural interest.
Nearly half commute by train and a third work from home, reflecting lifestyle preferences.
Families & Lifestyle
This neighborhood has a high share of residents living alone and a strong presence of urban sophisticates and young professionals.
Urban Sophisticates — More urban sophisticates live here than 99.2% of U.S. neighborhoods, with refined cultural tastes.
Young Professionals and Executives — The neighborhood suits young, single professionals and highly educated executives.
| Residents Living Alone | 63.3% |
|---|---|
| Adults with Bachelor's Degree | 85.3% |
Demographics
| Executive, Manager, Professional Share | 76.6% |
|---|---|
| Adults with Bachelor's Degree | 85.3% |
| Child Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| Foreign Born Residents | 22.0% |
| Top Languages | ["English (85.6%)","Spanish","French","Chinese"] |
| Top Ancestries | ["German (14.2%)","Irish (10.7%)","English (8.8%)","Italian (7.4%)","Asian (6.5%)"] |
| Persian Speakers | 0.8% |
Commute
Residents have longer commutes on average, with many taking the train or working from home.
W 76th St / Columbus Ave offers excellent transit access and a high rate of remote work, supporting diverse commuting options.
High Train Ridership — Nearly half of residents commute by train, among the highest in the U.S.
Remote Work — A third of residents work from home, reflecting modern work trends.
| Train Commute | 49.0% |
|---|---|
| Work From Home | 32.4% |
| Main Commute Time | 30-45 minutes |
| Walk to Work | 7.5% |
Homes for sale near 10024
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in W 76th St / Columbus Ave?
The median home price is $5,589,699, more expensive than 97.6% of NYC neighborhoods.
How common is working from home here?
About 32.4% of residents work from home, higher than 96.3% of U.S. neighborhoods.
What is the train commute rate?
49.0% of residents take the train to work, higher than 99.5% of U.S. neighborhoods.