Frequently Asked Questions
Is Belmont a good place to live?
Belmont is a good place to live, receiving 3.0 stars from its residents. Belmont is considered very walkable and bikeable with excellent transit options. Belmont is an urban core neighborhood. Belmont has 10 parks for recreational activities. It is very dense in population with 108.8 people per acre and a median age of 33. The average household income is $47,575 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 13.5% of residents. A majority of residents in Belmont are renters, with 94.4% of residents renting and 5.6% of residents owning their home. A local real estate agent serving Belmont can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our Belmont neighborhood guide.
Is Belmont, NY a safe neighborhood?
Belmont, NY is less safe than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 5 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Belmont?
The median home price in Belmont is $634,500. If you put a 20% down payment of $126,900 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.81%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $3,310 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $142K a year to afford the median home price in Belmont. The average household income in Belmont is $48K.
What are the best public schools in Belmont?
The best public schools that serve Belmont are:
- KAPPA International High School has an A- Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 13:1 and an average review score of 4.1.
- Fordham High School For The Arts has an A- Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 11:1 and an average review score of 4.0.
- Bronx High School Law And Community Services has a B+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 11:1 and an average review score of 3.4.
What are the best private schools in Belmont?
The best private schools that serve Belmont are:
- Fordham Preparatory School has an A+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 11:1 and an average review score of 4.2.
- Academy Of Mt St Ursula has an A Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 7:1 and an average review score of 3.9.
- St Catharine Academy has an A- Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 15:1 and an average review score of 4.1.
What are the most popular zip codes in Belmont, Bronx, NY?
What are the most popular neighborhoods near Belmont, Bronx, NY?
The most popular neighborhoods near Belmont, Bronx, NY are West Farms, Fordham Heights, East Tremont, Fordham Manor and Bedford Park.
Are home prices dropping in Belmont?
Yes, home prices in Belmont are down 11% in the last 12 months.
