The East Bronx neighborhood of Parkchester is home to diverse immigrant communities and families who’ve resided in the area for decades. Much of the Parkchester neighborhood is devoted to the Parkchester residential buildings, originally built by MetLife and opened in 1938. While some of the buildings’ units are rentals, many are condominiums, managed either by Parkchester North or Parkchester South, with the Metropolitan Oval at the center of the complexes and built-in restaurants and retailers. “When you say Parkchester, everyone automatically thinks of the condos,” says Marithza Mcfadden, a Bronx native and agent with Keller Williams Realty NYC Group. “It’s great because everything is right there. You’ve got the 6 line, Macy’s, Starbucks – you’ve got so much in that little area.”
Parkchester
Urban Core Neighborhood in Bronx, New York
Bronx County 10460, 10462, 10472
Neighborhood Reviews
Parkchester condos and brick family homes
Some 50,000 residents reside in the 171 buildings that comprise the Parkchester residential community. The large brick buildings are adorned with fanciful terracotta statues and plaques. A two-bedroom condo in one of the Parkchester buildings can cost between $259,000 to $320,000. On the western side of the neighborhood brick colonial rowhouses can be found near Bronx River Avenue. Two and three-family brick homes run between $695,000 to $1.3 million. Single-family homes are rare and can cost between $590,000 and $1 million. Several co-op buildings can be found as well on Thieriot Avenue.
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International cuisines plus shopping on Metropolitan Avenue
In the Metropolitan Oval, Hook & Reel serves up po’ boys and Cajun grub and Zaro’s Family Bakery offers kosher New York bagels. Macy’s and Marshall’s also populate Metropolitan Avenue. Dominican fare can be found at Ajo y Oregano on White Plains Road, and other cuisines, including Mexican and Jamaican, can be found in the neighborhood. Khalil Biryani House serves biryani dishes and is part of Bangla Bazaar, an area of Bangladeshi businesses and restaurants. Grocery shoppers have many options, including Key Food on Metropolitan Avenue, Foodtown on West Avenue and CTown on Unionport Road.
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Central greenspaces and Caserta Playground
In the center of the Parkchester residential development, Bronx Unionport Parkchester Park features a large fountain with bronze statues, benches beneath trees, and surrounding greenery. The nearby Oval Park is another greenspace, which hosts the annual Christmas display. Off St. Raymond Avenue, Caserta Playground offers basketball courts and play structures. The Bronx Zoo is about a mile and a half north of the neighborhood.
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Annual December events
In December, St. Helena’s Church typically hosts an annual Kwanzaa celebration, and Santa visits the Oval every weekend and poses for photos.
Schools with a focus on math, science and technology
Pre-K through fifth-grade students can attend Parkchester Elementary, which has a C plus rating from Niche. Mott Hall V School serves students in sixth through twelfth grades, focusing on math, science and technology, and has a B rating from Niche. The school also offers Saturday English classes for parents.
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The 6 train, plus Cross Bronx Expressway
The 6 train offers accessibility to Manhattan, with express trains running 14 stops to Grand Central Station. Buses also run to Midtown. Drivers can use the Cross Bronx Expressway, which cuts through the neighborhood, traversing the Bronx and Upper Manhattan.
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Parkchester Police Department service
There is a dedicated Parkchester Police Department that patrols the Parkchester development, and some types of crime in the area can be higher than the national average. Renovations are taking place at the Parkchester subway station, with the elevator out of service until 2025. Plans are underway to expand Metro-North service, with a Parkchester/Van Nest stop and three more stops in the Bronx.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Elvis Joseph
Elvis Joseph
CENTURY 21 Future Homes Realty
(855) 648-8124
6 Total Sales
1 in Parkchester
$167,000 Price
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Elvis Gonzalez
Elvis Gonzalez
Fave Realty Inc.
(347) 795-4609
65 Total Sales
1 in Parkchester
$530,000 Price
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Michael Ciofalo
Michael Ciofalo
Keller Williams NY Realty
(914) 491-3910
39 Total Sales
1 in Parkchester
$549,000 Price
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Richard Pino
Richard Pino
New York Residence Inc
(646) 362-6923
5 Total Sales
2 in Parkchester
$208K - $209K Price Range
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Zaida Perez
Zaida Perez
Elite Real Estate Group 1 LLC
(646) 444-1287
27 Total Sales
1 in Parkchester
$289,000 Price
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Yaquelin Brea
Yaquelin Brea
West Green + Assoc RE Brokers
(914) 354-3412
8 Total Sales
2 in Parkchester
$135K - $190K Price Range
Schools
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- 6th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 8th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Virginia Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Castle Hill Playground
- Basketball
- Playground
Noble Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Playground
Transit
Airport
Laguardia
17 min drive
Subway
Parkchester
Bus
Westchester Av & Elder Av
Bus
Cross Bronx Exp & Rosedale Av
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Starling Av & Unionport Rd
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Cross Bx Svc Rd S & Beach Av
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E 174 St & Harrod Av
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Westchester Av & Morrison Av
Reviews
Niche Reviews
6/23/2019
Niche Review
I have never felt unsafe or threatened since I moved here 2 years ago with my mother. There are several times where I come home at 3am and haven't had an issue with anyone or anything. The diversity here is amazing, we have Bangladeshi peoples, Hispanic peoples, Pakistani peoples, Black peoples, East Asian people and potable of White peoples are moving in as well.
8/8/2020
Niche Review
Parkchester is a nice community in the East Bronx. It is very family orientated. It has a lot of restaurants and shops in the area and has very accessible public transportation. It is a united community.
8/3/2016
Niche Review
Housing is just like most other Bronx apartments.
8/3/2016
Niche Review
Pretty much the best area in the Bronx
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Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Parkchester | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 4 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 5 | 4 |
| Robbery | 6 | 4 |
| Burglary | 1 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 2 | 4 |
| Larceny | 2 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Parkchester, Bronx sell after 55 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Parkchester, Bronx over the last 12 months is $242,656, down 4% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Home Trends
Median Price (12 Mo)
$233,750
Median Single Family Price
$180,000
Median Townhouse Price
$727,949
Median 2 Bedroom Price
$275,000
Median 1 Bedroom Price
$220,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$328
Number of Homes for Sale
42
Last 12 months Home Sales
132
Months of Supply
3.80
Median List Price
$240,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
2%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
12%
Home Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,602
Median Year Built
1940
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,427
Significantly below the national average
1,935
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,323
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
887
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
722
Average Studio Size Sq Ft
445
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
2,178
Open Houses
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Sunday, Apr 2712 - 2pm
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Sunday, Apr 2712 - 2:30pm
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Saturday, Apr 2612 - 1:30pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
Condo Buildings
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
55,672
Median Age
38
Population Density
90 ppl/acre
Population under 18
26.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
15.3%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$47,672
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$63,209
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
75.8%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
20.5%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
8%
% Population in Labor Force
59.6%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
45''
Average Winter Low Temperature
29°F
Average Summer High Temperature
86°F
Annual Snowfall
3''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
49
/ 100
Walker's Paradise
Walk Score®
94
/ 100
Rider's Paradise
Transit Score®
100
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Nearby Neighborhoods
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Pelham Parkway
Co-ops near shopping and dining within walking distance of Bronx Park and Zoo
Morris Park
A brick Tudor-filled neighborhood between Bronx Park and major healthcare centers
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