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Is E River Dr / Tito Puente Way 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

$3,005,531

Average Rent

$2,129

Vacancy Rate

8.2%

Nearby neighborhoods

Overview

E River Dr / Tito Puente Way is a densely populated coastal neighborhood in New York, known for its nautical character and high-rise apartment complexes.

The area has a high renter occupancy rate and a median home price well above most neighborhoods in New York and the U.S.

Densely UrbanCoastalHigh Renter Occupancy

Quick Facts

Train Commute Share	43.7%

Housing market and real estate character

The neighborhood's housing stock is dominated by apartment complexes and high-rise buildings, with a very high renter occupancy rate.

Apartment Complexes / High-Rise Share	99.4%
Renter Occupied Rate	95.9%
Vacancy Rate	8.2%
Housing Age	Mostly built 1940-1969 and 1970-1999

What buyers will notice right away

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

Many buildings date from mid-20th century, reflecting established development.

Families & Lifestyle

This neighborhood features a unique nautical feel with a dense urban environment and a high share of transit commuters.

Transit-Oriented — High train and bus commute rates support a transit-friendly lifestyle.

Diverse Linguistic Community — Languages spoken include English, Spanish, Chinese, French, and African languages.

Children Below Poverty Line	40.9%

Demographics

Per Capita Income	Lower than 99.1% of US neighborhoods
Occupational Mix	35.4% sales/service, 33.3% executive/professional, 26.3% clerical/tech support, 5.1% manufacturing/laborer
Puerto Rican Ancestry	14.6%
Dominican Ancestry	7.4%
Foreign Born	27.3%
African Languages Spoken at Home	3.3%

Commute

Most residents commute by train or bus, with a significant share spending 30 to 45 minutes traveling to work.

E River Dr / Tito Puente Way is a highly urban, transit-oriented neighborhood with a strong rental market and diverse community.

Transit Access — Exceptional train and bus usage supports sustainable commuting options.

Housing Profile — Dominated by high-rise apartments with very high renter occupancy.

Demographic Diversity — Notable Puerto Rican and Dominican ancestries and linguistic variety.

Train Commute Share	43.7%
Bus Commute Share	17.7%
Drive Alone Rate	9.8%
Typical Commute Time	30-45 minutes

Homes for sale near 10029

For-sale listings in this zip code. Open a property in HoodScore to run a safety report.

$4,400,000

5 bd | 6 ba | 4,733 sqft

10029 E CALLE DE LAS BRISAS --

Scottsdale, AZ, 85255