Why Live in Baychester
Baychester, in the northeast Bronx, blends urban amenities with suburban living. The neighborhood features brick-clad townhouses and multifamily buildings with Colonial Revival facades, alongside a few traditional single-family homes. Many homes were built in the mid-20th century and may require renovations. Many residents benefit from small backyards and garages, a rarity in the city. The community is diverse and working-class, with a near-equal presence of renters and homebuyers. Baychester's commercial corridors, Gun Hill Road and Boston Road, are bustling with auto shops, markets and various services. The area is known for its locally owned Caribbean eateries, including Jess Town & Country Cuisine, Central Caribbean Bakery, and Code Red Restaurant & Lounge. For retail shopping, the Mall at Bay Plaza in neighboring Co-Op City offers over 150 retailers and dining options.
Green spaces in Baychester include Haffen Park, which features athletic courts, a playground, running paths and a community pool. The Northeast Bronx YMCA, located just under a mile north, offers modern facilities and affordable membership options. Nearby, Seton Falls Park offers 30 acres of preserved forest, complete with trails and a waterfall. Pelham Bay Park, about four miles east, is the city's largest green space, offering extensive amenities such as hiking trails, playgrounds and Orchard Beach. The Bronx Zoo and New York Botanical Garden are just a few miles west.
Baychester is served by P.S. 153 Helen Keller and P.S.169 Baychester Academy. The neighborhood is bordered by U.S. 1 and Interstate 95, with the 5 train providing express service to Grand Central Terminal in 45 to 60 minutes. Eight bus lines also serve the area.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Baychester a good place to live?
Baychester is a good place to live. Baychester is considered fairly walkable and somewhat bikeable with great transit options. Baychester has 7 parks for recreational activities. It is very dense in population with 27.7 people per acre and a median age of 41. The average household income is $94,803 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 25.8% of residents. A majority of residents in Baychester are home owners, with 49.2% of residents renting and 50.8% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Baychester can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Baychester neighborhood guide.
Is Baychester, NY a safe neighborhood?
Baychester, NY is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 3 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Baychester?
The median home price in Baychester is $625,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $125,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.15%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $3,050 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $131K a year to afford the median home price in Baychester. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Baychester is $95K.
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Home Trends in Baychester, NY
On average, homes in Baychester, Bronx sell after 109 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Baychester, Bronx over the last 12 months is $610,000, up 10% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$610,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$624,950
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$750,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$415
Number of Homes for Sale
13
Last 12 months Home Sales
22
Median List Price
$625,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
10%