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Is E 97th St / Madison Ave a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide

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Crime Summary:

Crime Overview (last 12 months)

Severe2449

Medium1393

Low1503

Other3083

146 Registered Offenders Nearby

Rape47

Child involved37

Assault29

Other51

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, 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, 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, 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, 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
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical transport is updating about a patient near W 154th St. The patient's blood sugar is being checked.	W 154th St, New York, NY	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical emergency is reported in an alley near West 58th Street and 12th Avenue with units 901 and 903 responding. Access is via left then second right turn; the scene faces the building.	W 58th St & 12th Ave, New York, NY 10019	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, multiple units are responding to a potential medical emergency near 2nd Avenue and East 12th Street in New York City. West Side unit 58 has been directed to take the bus to the location. The situation may involve a moisture alert or motion detection.	2nd Ave & E 12th St, New York, NY 10003	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received an additional call about two men in dark clothing reported as suspicious near 110th Street in the Central Park North area. Units were advised and appear to be checking the situation.	Central Pk N, New York, NY	Suspicious Activity
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews were dispatched to a residential building near Myrtle Avenue for a reported fire alarm activation in an upstairs unit. The caller reported no visible fire or smoke, only an active alarm sounding.	Myrtle Ave Unit B, Edgewater, NJ 07020	Fire

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Median Home Price

$2,459,714

Average Rent

$3,661

Vacancy Rate

16.9%

Nearby neighborhoods

Overview

E 97th St / Madison Ave is a densely urban neighborhood in New York with a median home price of $2,459,714, placing it above 95% of local neighborhoods in cost.

The area is notable for its historic apartment complexes, high walkability, and a large share of residents commuting by walking or train.

Historic HomesHigh WalkabilityExecutive Workforce

Quick Facts

Walk to Work Rate	46.0%
Vacancy Rate	16.9%

Housing market and real estate character

E 97th St / Madison Ave's housing is dominated by historic apartment complexes with high renter occupancy and notable vacancy rates.

Apartment Complexes / High-Rise Share	99.7%
Historic Homes (Built ≤1939)	81.1%
Renter Occupied Rate	Majority

What buyers will notice right away

Most residences were built before 1940, offering unique architectural charm.

Vacancy is elevated at 16.9%, which may indicate some prolonged vacancies or new construction.

Families & Lifestyle

This neighborhood has a strong professional presence and low childhood poverty, with many residents holding advanced degrees.

Executive & Professional Workforce — 77.2% of workers are executives, managers, or professionals, shaping a high-level occupational profile.

Advanced Degree Holders	43.2%
Childhood Poverty Rate	0.0%

Demographics

Advanced Degree Rate	43.2%
Executive/Professional Share	77.2%
Income Rank	Above average
Dominican Ancestry	16.2%
Brazilian Ancestry	0.8%
Foreign Born	41.0%
Portuguese Speakers	1.8%

Commute

Residents enjoy short commutes with a high share walking or taking the train to work.

Understanding commute modes and times helps assess neighborhood convenience and lifestyle fit.

Walkability — Nearly half of residents walk to work, indicating a pedestrian-friendly environment.

Transit Access — High train ridership reflects strong public transit connectivity.

Walk to Work	46.0%
Train Commute	21.8%
Bus Commute	7.6%
Commute Under 15 Minutes	51.9%

Homes for sale near 10029

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