Little Italy, New York, NY
Is Little Italy a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe2327
Medium1969
Low2527
Other4638
178 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape43
Child involved57
Assault84
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 were sent to a missing person call near Dwight Street in Jersey City after a woman reported her child's father and a minor missing since the previous evening. The adult man and young daughter were later reported to have returned home, and the caller canceled the complaint. | Dwight St, Jersey City, NJ 07305 | Missing Person |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical and domestic-related call occurred near Greene Street involving a person at an apartment. A third-party caller reported texting from the location about a domestic issue without mention of weapons. | Greene St, Jersey City, NJ 07302 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a restaurant parking lot near Route 440 in Jersey City for a reported assault, where a caller said a homeless man wearing a white shirt punched them in the face about 10 minutes earlier and wanted to file a report. | Hudson Mall, 701 NJ-440, Jersey City, NJ 07304 | Assault Report |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services were dispatched to a location near Virginia Avenue for a possible heart problem on the first floor. | Virginia Ave, Jersey City, NJ 07304 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, eMS are dispatched to a possible unconscious person at a location on Central Ave in Jersey City. | Central Ave, Jersey City, NJ 07307 | Medical Emergency |
| 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, units are responding to a report of a person down at the intersection of Grove Street and Mercer Street, with EMS notified. | Mercer St & Grove St, Jersey City, NJ 07302 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers took a report for a possible stolen silver BMW that was parked near a Subaru dealership by Lincoln Park. The owner reported a phone alert early in the morning showing the vehicle moving, and it was later pinging near Mercer Street and Hudson Street in Carteret, New Jersey. Police discussed contacting Carteret police to check the area for the vehicle. | Lincoln Park, 1 County Rd 605, Jersey City, NJ 07304 | Stolen Vehicle |
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Median Home Price
$5,290,777
Average Rent
$3,353
Vacancy Rate
16.8%
Train Commute Rate
33.7%
Overview of Little Italy
Little Italy is a densely urban neighborhood in New York with a rich history and a high concentration of historic residences.
The neighborhood is dominated by large apartment buildings, mostly small units, with a high renter occupancy rate and a notable vacancy rate of 16.8%.
It is one of the most walkable neighborhoods in America with a diverse cultural and linguistic population.
Densely UrbanHistoric ResidencesHighly WalkableDiverse Culture
Quick Facts
| Vacancy Rate | 16.8% |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Little Italy's housing market features mostly historic, small to medium apartments with high renter occupancy.
| Large Apartment Buildings | 93.5% |
|---|---|
| Small Apartment Share | 91.9% |
| Renter Occupied Rate | 95.0% |
| Housing Age | 82.9% built no later than 1939 |
What buyers will notice right away
A high concentration of historic residences offers unique architectural character.
One of the most densely populated and walkable neighborhoods in the U.S.
Families & Lifestyle
Little Italy has a notable college student population and a diverse occupational mix.
The neighborhood's historic character appeals to those valuing architectural detail and culture.
A significant student presence influences the neighborhood's seasonal dynamics.
Students & Young Professionals — A mix of college students and professionals shapes the community.
Culturally Diverse — Residents speak multiple languages and have varied ancestries.
| College Enrollment | 11.4% |
|---|---|
| Executive & Professional Occupations | 61.3% |
Demographics
| College Enrollment | 11.4% |
|---|---|
| Executive & Professional Share | 61.3% |
| Income Level | Above average |
| Child Poverty Rate | 6.9% |
| Foreign Born Residents | 44.3% |
| Top Languages | ["English (45.3%)","Chinese (31.8%)","Spanish"] |
| Top Ancestries | ["Asian (39.4%)","Romanian (13.0%)","Italian (10.2%)","Irish (5.1%)","English (4.7%)"] |
Commute
Little Italy offers strong transit options with high train and walking commute rates.
Little Italy's historic charm and transit accessibility make it a unique urban neighborhood.
Historic Housing — One of the highest concentrations of historic residences in the U.S.
Transit & Walkability — High rates of train, walking, and biking commutes support sustainable living.
| Train Commute Rate | 33.7% |
|---|---|
| Walk Commute Rate | 21.4% |
| Bike Commute Rate | 4.7% |
| Main Commute Time | 15-30 minutes |
Homes for sale near 10013
For-sale listings in this zip code. Open a property in HoodScore to run a safety report.
$269,900
2 bd | 2 ba | 1,288 sqft
10013 Via Colomba Cir APT 103
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the typical housing type?
Mostly small to medium apartments in large buildings, many historic.
How walkable is Little Italy?
It is among the top 5% most walkable neighborhoods in America.
What languages are commonly spoken?
English, Chinese, and Spanish are the most common languages.