Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Bronx

The Bronx has one of the largest concentrations of affordable rental housing in New York City, with 751 income-based properties covering more than 83,700 units across neighborhoods like Longwood, Mott Haven, and Morrisania. The borough earns a transit score of 98 ("Rider's Paradise") from Walk Score, making it a strong fit for renters who depend on public transportation. Whether you are searching for HUD-assisted housing or a tax-credit property, this page can help you find and compare options throughout the Bronx.

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91/100

Avg HUD score

At a glance

🏠 Affordability

Affordability

The Bronx has a significant concentration of subsidized housing options, with 166 HUD-assisted properties totaling 24,610 income-restricted units across the borough. Detailed median rent and income figures are not available in our current dataset, but the volume of affordable inventory here is among the largest of any borough in New York City.

Census ACS

🛡️ Safety

Safety

No violent crime rate figure is available in our current data for the Bronx. For local public safety information, the NYC Police Department's CompStat reports offer precinct-level crime statistics you can review directly.

When comparing any crime figures across cities or neighborhoods, keep in mind that reporting methods and definitions vary, making direct comparisons unreliable.

FBI Crime Data Explorer

🚶 Getting around

Walk Score 77 · Very Walkable

Getting Around the Bronx

According to Walk Score, assisted properties in the Bronx area average a Transit Score of 98 (Rider's Paradise), a Walk Score of 77 (Very Walkable), and a Bike Score of 71. These scores reflect conditions around the assisted properties specifically.

Walk Score

🎓 Schools

471 schools · 107 districts

Schools

According to NCES Common Core of Data, 471 schools across 107 districts serve the Bronx, including 226 elementary, 76 middle, and 164 high schools, plus 5 other programs. Ratings vary by school and district, so renters should check the assigned schools for a specific address.

NCES Common Core of Data

📊 Cost of living

Cost of Living & Affordable Housing in the Bronx

The Bronx is widely recognized as one of the more affordable boroughs in New York City, making it a common destination for renters seeking income-based and subsidized housing. No median household income figure is available in our current data for this page.

Lease Lantern tracks 166 HUD-assisted, Section 8, and LIHTC properties in the Bronx, covering 24,610 income-restricted units -- one of the largest concentrations of affordable rental housing in the country.

Neighborhoods with the most affordable properties: Longwood (39 buildings), Mott Haven (31), Highbridge (14), and Morris Heights (12)
Transit access: A transit score of 98 ("Rider's Paradise", according to Walk Score) means most residents can reach jobs and services without a car, keeping overall household costs lower.

Income-restricted rents at these properties are set as a percentage of Area Median Income (AMI) and are reviewed and regulated by HUD or the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit program, so rents are tied to income limits rather than the open market.

BEA / BLS

🌊 Environment & risk

Environment and Flood Risk

All 166 HUD-assisted properties in the Bronx were mapped for flood zone exposure. None are located in a high-risk flood zone, according to flood zone data for this portfolio.

FEMA · EPA AirNow

HUD Inspection Scoresavg 91/100(109 of 500 scored)

90+ (75)70–89 (33)60–69 (1)No score (391)

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A Closer Look at Affordable Housing in the Bronx

The Bronx has one of the largest concentrations of HUD-assisted and income-based rental housing in New York City, with 166 properties and over 24,600 units tracked across the borough. Neighborhoods like Longwood, Mott Haven, and Highbridge account for a significant share of those options.

Of the 163 properties with inspection scores on file, 111 rated excellent and 50 rated good, with no properties falling into the poor category, according to HUD inspection data. None of the 166 mapped properties fall in a high-risk flood zone.

Getting around without a car is highly practical here. The Bronx scores 98 ("Rider's Paradise") for transit and 77 ("Very Walkable") for walkability, according to Walk Score. Families with children will find an extensive school network nearby, with 471 public schools across 107 districts, including 226 elementary, 76 middle, and 164 high schools, according to NCES Common Core of Data.