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Morris Heights is a diverse community with nearby commuting routes
Located on the far west side of the Bronx, Morris Heights is a small, hilly neighborhood along the Harlem River. It claims the title of “The Birthplace of Hip Hop,” citing the 1973 stylings of DJ Kool Herc in the rec room of a Sedgwick Avenue apartment building. District Manager of Bronx Community Board 5 Ken Brown says the area's mix of people is central to its appeal. "We have such a breadth of diversity, whether it's nationalities, people who have been here for generations, or people who have newly arrived." Streetscapes include busy commercial strips with wide sidewalks, and curving and quiet residential streets lined with midrise apartment complexes or houses. Stairs throughout the neighborhood help locals navigate the shifting elevations. The tangle of the Washington Bridge, Interstate 87, the Cross Bronx Expressway and Interstate 95 sits at its southern tip, and a large, riverside state park occupies the northwest edge of the neighborhood.
The Morris Heights community is a hilly community with well manicured streets.
Morris Heights residents visiting the many restaurants and shops in the community.
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Colonials, multifamilies and co-ops
Homeowners are in the minority here, representing about 5% of Morris Heights residents. Properties include attached colonials and brick townhouses and single-family Queen Anne and Dutch Colonial homes. Single-family home prices start at about $500,000, and multifamilies list for about $600,000 to $900,000. Prewar and contemporary co-ops, some with income restrictions, list for about $150,000 to $250,000.
The Morris Heights community is home to some amazing brick townhouses over 100 years old.
The Morris Heights community is home to some fantastic pre war co-ops.
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MTA and Metro-North stops and many major highways
The 4 train runs through the neighborhood’s far east side, and the B and D express trains can be caught at Tremont Avenue. Travel to Midtown Manhattan takes between 30 and 45 minutes. For a faster commute from the area's west side, the Metro-North Hudson line stops at the Morris Heights station and arrives at Penn Station in about 35 minutes. Interstate 87 and the Major Deegan Expressway run through the west side of Morris Heights and offer connections to points north and south. The Cross Bronx Expressway and Interstate 95 are found at the neighborhood’s southern edge. The Washington Bridge connects to Morris Heights.
Morris Heights Metro North Station in Morris Heights, The Bronx.
The B & D express trains in Morris Heights can take you all through the city in minutes.
Interstate Highways Travel Through Morris Heights, The Bronx.
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Strong science and arts and support for new arrivals
Elementary school P.S. 204 offers a robust science and arts curriculum in a modern building. Niche gives it a B rating. Roland Patterson Middle School receives a C-plus grade from Niche, has a thriving drama club and a student-teacher ratio of six to one. The Academy for Language and Technology high school is noted for its support for immigrant students. It receives a B-minus from Niche. Bronx Community College is directly to the north in University Heights.
P.S. 204 in Morris Heights, The Bronx.
The Academy for Language & Technology in Morris Heights is educating future leaders.
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Local playgrounds and a huge state park with a pool
Located along the Harlem River in the neighborhood's northwest corner, the 25-acre Roberto Clemente State Park received $100 million in improvements in recent years. Facilities include an Olympic-size pool, splash pad, recreation center, playgrounds, athletic fields, picnic areas and a revitalized waterfront promenade. The park also hosts events and programming throughout the year. Smaller parks include Sedgwick Playground, Galileo Playground and Half-Nelson Playground, which offer a combination of play structures, handball courts, swings and slides. Yankees stadium can be reached in 15 minutes via public transit. A new $7 million community center offering health and wellness services, a fitness center and recreational activities for area children is in the planning stages.
Playground in Roberto Clemente Park in Morris Heights, The Bronx.
Morris Heights residents enjoying Sedgwick playground on sunny day.
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Dominican, Mexican and West African cuisine
Stores and restaurants line University Avenue. Dining options include Campesino Dominicano and Yoly for Dominican food, Elena’s for Mexican and at the northern edge, Accra for West African. Locals shop at Isaa’c Fish Market for seafood. Grocery stores include a Pioneer Supermarket and CTown and additional options along the commercial corridor of University Avenue.
Tu Casa Mofongo in Morris Heights is a community favorite with great food and service.
Accra in the Morris Heights community is serving the most authentic West African food around.
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Important to know
According to the CAP Index, overall crime in Morris Heights is slightly higher than in the rest of the country. Instances of robbery are double the rates nationwide.
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This place is kind of scary especially at night. The projects being close to my building does not make it better. However, I must say most people are nice. It has begun to be cleaned up since I have been a kid, but there are still places that are sketch and a lot of gang activity in prevalent. However, there is buses and corner stores which are good and everything is easily accessible.
4.0Niche User
8/22/2016Niche Review
Not much crime because everyone knows each other.
4.0Current Resident
3/28/2017Niche Review
I am originally from Florida so moving to this area was a shock to me it is a busy area. I'd like to see more officers around in the evenings walking around interacting with the people.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Morris Heights
US
Homicide
7
4
Sexual Assault
8
4
Assault with Weapon
7
4
Robbery
6
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Morris Heights Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Morris Heights, Bronx sell after 133 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Morris Heights, Bronx over the last 12 months is $367,500, down 31% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
2 Family house brick semi detached 3 over 3 with 2 bedrooms 2 baths in basement roof is 3 years old, new boiler and hot water tank, parking for 3 cars.first floor is vacant second floor tenant has section 8 $3027 lease expires end of year house is in excellent condition.close to public transportation and many shops.
NOW DELIVERED FULLY VACANT! Make your dream a reality! Enjoy this well-designed two-family home located in the pleasant Morris Heights section of the Bronx, just 30 minutes away from Manhattan. The owner's unit is a duplex with a large living room that leads into a formal dining room. Bring your cooking skills to the spacious kitchen, complete with hardwood cabinetry, plenty of counter space, and
Welcome to Palisade Pl. This is a newly completely renovated 2 family house in the Morris Heights section of the Bronx. When you enter on the 1st flr is a 3bdrm apt with 2 full bthrms, a laundry area and eat in kitchen with stainless steel appliances. 2nd flr is a 4bdrm apt and that also has 2 full bthrms, laundry area, and eat in kitchen with stainless steel appliances. Both units have marble
This is a two-bedroom apartment situated on the 3rd floor of the building. This apartment is newly painted, and it is close to subway. It is within a vibrant location.
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