Neighborhood Guide
Is W 89th 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
$2,286,568
Average Rent
$4,797
Vacancy Rate
18.1%
Overview
W 89th St / Columbus Ave is a densely urban neighborhood in New York, NY, with a median home price of $2,286,568 and above-average rental costs. It is dominated by apartment complexes and townhomes, many of which are historic.
The neighborhood is highly walkable and has a large share of residents employed in executive and government roles, with a very low child poverty rate.
Densely UrbanHistoric HomesHighly WalkableAffluent
Quick Facts
| Population Density | 126,148 per sq mile |
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Housing market and real estate character
Housing is mostly renter occupied and dominated by large apartment buildings, with a significant share of historic residences.
| Apartment Complexes/High-Rises | 92.0% |
|---|---|
| Small Units (1-2 bedrooms or less) | 81.7% |
| Vacancy Rate | 18.1 |
| Historic Homes (built 1939 or earlier) | 66.7% |
What buyers will notice right away
A large share of residences are historic, contributing to the neighborhood's charm and character.
Executives and government workers make up a significant portion of the workforce.
Families & Lifestyle
The neighborhood has a high share of urban sophisticates and highly educated adults, with very low child poverty.
Urban Sophisticates — More urban sophisticates live here than 99.3% of U.S. neighborhoods, with refined cultural tastes.
Highly Educated Executives — The neighborhood suits highly educated professionals with graduate degrees.
| Adults with Graduate Degree | 46.9% |
|---|---|
| Residents Living Alone | 63.3% |
Demographics
| Executive, Manager, Professional Share | 85.9% |
|---|---|
| Adults with Graduate Degree | 46.9% |
| Child Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| Foreign Born Residents | 12.7% |
| Top Languages | ["English (83.3%)","Spanish","Russian","Chinese","Italian"] |
| Top Ancestries | ["Italian (10.7%)","Irish (9.5%)","Russian (7.9%)","German (6.4%)","Asian (5.7%)"] |
| Russian Speakers | 5.0% |
Commute
Residents have average to slightly above average commute times, with many taking the train or driving alone.
W 89th St / Columbus Ave offers strong transit options and a mix of commute modes for residents.
High Train Ridership — Over a third of residents commute by train, well above most U.S. neighborhoods.
Diverse Commute Modes — Many residents also drive alone or walk to work, reflecting varied preferences.
| Train Commute | 34.7% |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone | 27.9% |
| Walk to Work | 8.3% |
| Main Commute Time | 30-45 minutes |
Homes for sale near 10024
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in W 89th St / Columbus Ave?
The median home price is $2,286,568, more expensive than 87.5% of NYC neighborhoods.
How educated are residents?
Nearly half of adults have graduate degrees, higher than 98.7% of U.S. neighborhoods.
What is the train commute rate?
34.7% of residents take the train to work, higher than 98.6% of U.S. neighborhoods.