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Is Audubon Ave / W 181st St a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide

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Crime Summary:

Crime Overview (last 12 months)

Severe2028

Medium1094

Low1399

Other2821

125 Registered Offenders Nearby

Rape41

Child involved39

Assault14

Other46

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, 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, fire units responded to a reported carbon monoxide alarm in an apartment at a multi‑story building near Ayers Court between Hill Street and Queen Anne Road. Crews reported about 33 parts per million of carbon monoxide inside the apartment, apparently caused by prolonged cooking, and began ventilating the unit.	Ayers Ct, Teaneck, NJ 07666	Fire
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, 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
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, officers broadcast a confirmed missing elderly person from a residential building near Convent Avenue in New York. The man, who reportedly has dementia and poor mental condition, was last seen at his residence and may attempt to take the A train toward the Canarsie area.	Convent Ave, New York, NY 10031	Missing Person
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical emergency involving a female individual was reported on the northbound platform at 125 St subway station. Units responded, and the call was later marked as a wellness check and then disregarded by phone.	St, East 125th St &, Lexington Ave, New York, NY 10035	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to the 110th Street subway area for a possible panhandling complaint involving a man reportedly collecting money while wearing a red shirt and a mask.	St-Malcolm X Plaza, New York, NY 10026	Disturbance

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Median Home Price

$1,051,493

Average Rent

$2,617

Vacancy Rate

13.4%

Nearby neighborhoods

Fort Washington Ave / W 183rd St

Overview

Audubon Ave / W 181st St is a densely urban neighborhood in New York known for its historic residences and high walkability.

The area has a median home price of $1,051,493 and an average rent of $2,617, with a high proportion of small apartments and a significant renter population.

Historic HomesHigh WalkabilityPredominantly Renter Occupied

Quick Facts

Walkability	Top 5% in U.S.

Housing market and real estate character

The housing stock in Audubon Ave / W 181st St is dominated by small to medium apartment complexes with a high renter occupancy rate.

Renter Occupied	94.5%
Apartment Complexes / High-Rise	93.8%
Small Units (1-2 bedrooms or less)	84.9%
Vacancy Rate	13.4%
Historic Homes (built 1939 or earlier)	73.8%

What buyers will notice right away

Most residences are renter occupied, indicating a transient or rental-focused market.

A large share of homes are historic, appealing to those interested in older architecture.

Vacancy rate is above average, possibly reflecting new construction or weaker demand.

Families & Lifestyle

This neighborhood is characterized by a high density of small households and a dominant renter population.

Urban and Walkable — High walkability and transit use support an urban lifestyle.

Culturally Distinct — Strong Dominican and Cuban ancestry presence shapes the neighborhood culture.

Dominant Occupation	54.7% Sales and Service Workers
Spanish Speakers	74.8%

Demographics

Income Level	Lower-middle income
Child Poverty Rate	13.7%
Sales and Service Employment	45.3%
Executive, Management, Professional	26.0%
Dominican Ancestry	56.9%
Cuban Ancestry	6.1%
Foreign Born	48.2%
Spanish Primary Language	74.8%

Commute

Residents rely heavily on public transit and walking for their daily commute.

Audubon Ave / W 181st St offers exceptional transit access and walkability, supporting a car-light lifestyle.

Top Train Usage — More than half of commuters take the train, ranking among the highest nationally.

Walkable Neighborhood — Nearly one in five residents walk to work, reflecting the neighborhood's compact urban form.

Train Commute	57.0%
Walk to Work	18.8%
Drive Alone	8.2%
Typical Commute Time	30-45 minutes

Homes for sale near 10040

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$2,150,000

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