Morris Heights Home for Rent

Morris Heights, located on the far west side of the Bronx along the Harlem River, is a small, hilly neighborhood known as “The Birthplace of Hip Hop” due to DJ Kool Herc's 1973 performance on Sedgwick Avenue. The area is characterized by its diverse population and varied streetscapes, featuring busy commercial strips and quiet residential streets with midrise apartment complexes and houses. The neighborhood includes attached colonials, brick townhouses, and single-family Queen Anne and Dutch Colonial homes. The 4 train, B and D express trains, and the Metro-North Hudson line provide convenient transit options, with travel times to Midtown Manhattan ranging from 30 to 45 minutes. Major highways such as Interstate 87, the Major Deegan Expressway, the Cross Bronx Expressway, and Interstate 95 are accessible. Morris Heights is home to several parks, including the 25-acre Roberto Clemente State Park, which features an Olympic-size pool, splash pad, recreation center, playgrounds, athletic fields, picnic areas, and a revitalized waterfront promenade. Smaller parks like Sedgwick Playground, Galileo Playground, and Half-Nelson Playground offer additional recreational facilities. The neighborhood's dining scene includes Dominican, Mexican, and West African cuisine, with popular spots like Campesino Dominicano, Yoly, and Elena’s. Grocery shopping is convenient with stores like Pioneer Supermarket and CTown. Despite its vibrant community and amenities, Morris Heights has a crime rate comparable to the national average. The neighborhood's schools, such as P.S. 204 and the Academy for Language and Technology, offer robust curriculums and support for immigrant students. Bronx Community College is also nearby in University Heights.