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Ellese
892 Melrose Ave,
Bronx,
NY
10451
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Highlights
- Walker's Paradise
- Premier Transit Location
- Controlled Access
About Ellese
At Ellese, experience stylish living. The location of this community is on Melrose Ave in the 10451 area of Bronx. The leasing staff is waiting to show you all that this community has to offer. Make a visit to see the available floorplan options. At Ellese you'll feel right at home. Stop by the community today.
Ellese is an apartment community located in Bronx County and the 10451 ZIP Code. This area is served by the New York City Geographic District # 7 attendance zone.
Community Amenities
- Controlled Access
Apartment Features
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Kitchen
892 Melrose Ave,
Bronx,
NY
10451
Morrisania is a residential neighborhood in the southwestern section of the Bronx. Like most New York City boroughs, Morrisania is known for its proximity to the big city and access to public transit. Between the residential developments, businesses, restaurants, and parks find their homes. Of course, the world-renowned shopping and dining destinations in New York City are an arm’s reach away as well. Those looking to rent in Morrisania have options of condos and apartments in more affordable price ranges compared to their neighbors in New York City.
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Average Prices by Area
Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.
| Morrisania | Bronx, NY | |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $644 | $1,628 |
| 1 Bedroom | $919 | $1,632 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,395 | $2,099 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $861 | $2,368 |
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 7 min | 2.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 9 min | 2.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 7 min | 3.0 mi |
Ellese is within 3 minutes or 1.2 miles from Hostos Community College. It is also near Yeshiva University, Wilf and The City College of New York.
Schools
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
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Grades K-12
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Grades 6-8
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Grades 6-12
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Grades 9-12
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Transportation options available in Bronx include 3 Avenue-149 Street, located 0.6 mile from Ellese. Ellese is near LaGuardia, located 8.1 miles or 17 minutes away, and John F Kennedy International, located 19.3 miles or 30 minutes away.
| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
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Walk: | 12 min | 0.6 mi |
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Walk: | 14 min | 0.7 mi |
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Walk: | 16 min | 0.9 mi |
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Walk: | 17 min | 0.9 mi |
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.2 mi |
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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Walk: | 3 min | 0.2 mi |
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.8 mi |
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Drive: | 7 min | 2.3 mi |
| Drive: | 6 min | 2.4 mi | |
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.4 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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| Airports | Distance | ||
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LaGuardia
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Drive: | 17 min | 8.1 mi |
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John F Kennedy International
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Drive: | 30 min | 19.3 mi |
Walkability Near Ellese
Getting Around
What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
How It Works
Exceptionally Walkable
Walkability
100
/ 100
Exceptional Public Transit
Transit
100
/ 100
Fairly Drivable
Drivability
40
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
70
/ 100
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What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
How It Works
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Traffic
-Airport
-Businesses
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HowLoud What is a Sound Score Rating? A Sound Score Rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources. How It WorksTime and distance from Ellese.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 8 min | 0.5 mi | |
| Walk: | 9 min | 0.5 mi | |
| Walk: | 10 min | 0.5 mi |
Ellese has 3 shopping centers within 0.5 mile, which is about a 10-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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Joyce Kilmer Park
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Walk: | 12 min | 0.6 mi |
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Captain Rivera Playground
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Walk: | 15 min | 0.8 mi |
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Claremont Park
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.2 mi |
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St. Mary's Park
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.2 mi |
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Mill Pond Park
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.4 mi |
Ellese has 5 parks within 1.4 miles, including Joyce Kilmer Park, Captain Rivera Playground, and St. Mary's Park.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 17 min | 0.9 mi | |
| Walk: | 17 min | 0.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 6 min | 2.3 mi |
Ellese has 3 hospitals within 2.3 miles, the nearest is BronxCare Health System which is 0.9 mile away and a 17 minute walk.
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 20 min | 9.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 29 min | 13.4 mi |
Ellese is 9.7 miles from Fort Totten US Govt Reservation, and is convenient to other military bases, including Governors Island Support Center.
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What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
What is a Sound Score Rating?
A Sound Score Rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources.
892 Melrose Ave
Bronx, NY 10451