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Laconia

Laconia

Urban Core Neighborhood in Bronx, New York

Bronx County 10469

$649,725 Average Value
$426 Average Price per Sq Ft
9 Homes For Sale

A peaceful, residential corner of East Bronx

The small, quiet neighborhood of Laconia is a pocket of East Bronx characterized by its established brick housing that offers a more spread-out nature than many other neighborhoods in the northern part of the city. “Laconia is pretty strictly residential,” says Miriam Rosa, a local real estate broker with Metro Star Realty. “When I’m driving through there, it’s definitely quieter because it's residential. There aren’t many people on the street because once they’re home, they’re home.” Rosa emphasizes that the peacefulness, paired with access to schools and transportation, makes Laconia an appealing neighborhood for families, and for anyone looking for a little more breathing room in New York City.

Laconia is a quaint community of single family homes.
Laconia is a quaint community of single family homes.
Charming rows of houses are nestled in the picturesque Laconia neighborhood.
Charming rows of houses are nestled in the picturesque Laconia neighborhood.
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Established, traditional-style brick housing with more space

Laconia’s residential streets are neatly lined with narrow, single-family homes and townhouses, many with red brick facades. Most have small yards and garages, allowing for even more space between neighbors. Rosa says a majority of the neighborhood is made up of one- to three-family homes, though a few apartment complexes are sprinkled in between. Rowhouses may price between the mid $400,000s to the mid $800,000s, while single-family homes can cost from $445,000 to up to $1.6 million. The residential nature of the neighborhood adds to its safety: Laconia has a 4 out of possible 10 CAP Index Crime Score, and only a 1 out of 10 for burglary, much less than the national average of 4.

Row houses are common in Laconia.
Row houses are common in Laconia.
Brick homes are part of the housing stock in Laconia.
Brick homes are part of the housing stock in Laconia.
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Strong academics in District No. 11

Students in Laconia are zoned to attend schools within the New York City Geographic District No. 11. Prekindergarten through fifth graders may begin their education at P.S. 121-Throop before advancing to J.H.S. 144 Michelangelo. Both schools earn a B grade from Niche with top marks in teachers and diversity. The Bronx Lab School is located just west of the neighborhood. The B-minus-rated high school prides itself on offering a mastery-based grading system, which focuses on student progress and achievement through performance-based assessment.

J.H.S. 144 Michelangelo is located in the Pelham Gardens neighborhood.
J.H.S. 144 Michelangelo is located in the Pelham Gardens neighborhood.
P.S. 121 Throop in The Bronx has extended community ties.
P.S. 121 Throop in The Bronx has extended community ties.
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Pocket parks like Allerton Playground offer a natural respite

Plenty of pocket parks are strewn around the neighborhood, creating a green respite among the established brick buildings and homes. Allerton Playground not only features play structures for kids, but also has a track for walking and running, and courts for basketball, handball and bocce ball. Two blocks north, Eastchester Playground provides additional play facilities as well as open fields for recreation. Located centrally in the neighborhood, the Eastchester tract is also home to the Eastchester Gardens Community Center, which hosts a variety of kids and adult programs, from dancing to open gym hours. South of the neighborhood, the Pelham Parkway offers a stretch of natural space with trails that hug the roadway of the same name. Major Bronx attractions like the Bronx Zoo and New York Botanical Garden are located less than 3 miles from Laconia.

Children at play at the Allerton Playground in Laconia.
Children at play at the Allerton Playground in Laconia.
Families gather to enjoy quality time in Laconia.
Families gather to enjoy quality time in Laconia.
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Eateries along the neighborhood’s outskirts

Local shops and restaurants outline the neighborhood. East Gun Hill Road, one of its main arteries, is lined with delis, grocery stores and diverse eateries. Restaurants include many Caribbean and Jamaican staples like Code Red Lounge and Hummingbird Grill. Sal & Dom’s Pastry Shop has been serving cookies, Italian pastries and coffee to the Laconia community since 1956. Grocery options include Foodtown of Allerton Avenue and multiple Fine Fare Supermarket locations. For bigger retail names, residents can head to The Mall at Bay Plaza, less than two miles west. The shopping mall features big-box retailers like DSW and Sephora as well as department stores such as Marshall’s and Burlington.

Central Caribbean Bakery in Laconia on Gun Hill Road in Laconia has a delicious buffet option.
Central Caribbean Bakery in Laconia on Gun Hill Road in Laconia has a delicious buffet option.
Locals check out the Royal Coach Diner on Boston Road in Laconia for great food.
Locals check out the Royal Coach Diner on Boston Road in Laconia for great food.
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Accessible transportation from Gun Hill Road

Though quieter and more spaced out than neighboring Bronx enclaves, Laconia still offers easy access to transportation, helping residents take the 15-mile commute to Midtown Manhattan. The 5 line serves the Gun Hill Road subway station, while buses frequent the bus stops clustered around the station. Major thoroughfares include U.S. Route 1 and Allerton Avenue, though Laconia is also sandwiched between Interstate 95 to the east and the Bronx River Parkway to the west.

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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Laguardia

22 min drive

Subway

Gun Hill Road (5 Line)

Bus

Allerton Av & Pearsall Av

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Bronxwood Av & Burke Av

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E Gun Hill Rd & Hering Av

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Bronxwood Av & Duncan St

Bus

Bronxwood Av & Adee Av

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Boston Rd & Arnow Ave

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Boston Rd & Laconia Ave

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Laconia US
Homicide 4 4
Sexual Assault 4 4
Assault with Weapon 5 4
Robbery 5 4
Burglary 1 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 2 4
Larceny 2 4
Crime Score 4 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$650,000
Median Single Family Price
$675,000
Median Townhouse Price
$850,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$426
Number of Homes for Sale
9
Last 12 months Home Sales
11
Months of Supply
9.80
Median List Price
$690,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
-1%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
8%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
300
Median Year Built
1950
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,338
Significantly below the national average
1,935
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
3,333
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
2,178

Open Houses

  • Sunday, Apr 27
    12 - 2pm

    2721 Yates Ave, Bronx, NY 10469

    $705,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 1.5 Baths
    • 1,280 Sq Ft
    • 2721 Yates Ave
    • New 27 days ago

    Beautifully renovated and well maintained Single-Family brick semi-detached house in the heart of Allerton section of the Bronx. This charming colonial has a 3 bedroom duplex, 1 1/2 Baths, and 10 closets over a full finished basement with separate entrances. Entering the house takes you through the foyer into the main level that features a large sunken living room, hardwood floors, a bay window,

    Andrae Lawrence

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  • Saturday, May 3
    12:30 - 2:30pm

    2959 Laconia Ave, Bronx, NY 10469

    $780,000

    • 5 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 1,890 Sq Ft
    • 2959 Laconia Ave
    • New 1 hour ago

    Welcome to 2959 Laconia Avenue – A Prime Two-Family Brick Home in the Heart of Allerton, Bronx!This beautifully maintained brick two-family home offers an incredible opportunity for both homeowners and investors. Whether you're looking to live in one unit and rent out the other, or seeking a fully income-producing property, this home has it all.The property features a total of 5 bedrooms and 3

    Rayon Jeffrey eXp Realty

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Demographics

Total Population
10,214
Median Age
38
Population Density
40 ppl/acre
Population under 18
25.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16.9%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$64,018
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$86,737

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
84.2%
College Graduates
27.3%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
7.6%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
61.7%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
45''
Average Winter Low Temperature
29°F
Average Summer High Temperature
86°F
Annual Snowfall
25''

Area Factors

Bikeable

Bike Score®

65 / 100

Very Walkable

Walk Score®

82 / 100

Excellent Transit

Transit Score®

83 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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