BAKER AVENUE, BRONX
601 Baker Ave,
The Bronx, NY 10460
$4,000
4 Beds
Van Nest
Bronx, NY
Van Nest - Bronx, NY Area Guide
Niche Reviews 
A charming neighborhood in the heart of the Bronx
Urban
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Walkable
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Vibrant
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Convenient
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Historic
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Located about 10 miles from Midtown Manhattan, Van Nest is a civic-minded community nestled beside the lush Bronx Park. Neighbors here support one another, whether by volunteering at the Van Nest Neighborhood Alliance or restoring one of the Victorian homes that grace the area. Newcomers looking to rent find turn-of-the-century two-family homes and large pre-war apartment buildings available throughout the neighborhood.
Named the most walkable neighborhood in the Bronx by Channel 12 News, Van Nest's streets feel more urban than suburban. Diverse restaurants and shops line Morris Park Avenue, offering something for every taste. Those looking for greenery in the city can traverse the quiet trails at Bronx Park or visit the expansive Bronx Zoo located within the park. Crotona Park and the New York Botanical Garden are also convenient to the neighborhood. Numerous students, faculty, and staff choose the neighborhood for its proximity to Fordham University. Manhattan is just a short subway ride away as well, making Van Nest a top choice for many commuters seeking an affordable rental in the city.
Rent Trends
As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in Van Nest is $1,299 for one bedroom, $1,749 for two bedrooms, and $1,537 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Van Nest has increased by 0.5% in the past year.
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1 BR
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567 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$1,299/month
Average Rent
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2 BR
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592 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$1,749/month
Average Rent
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3 BR
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0 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$1,537/month
Average Rent
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Van Nest - Bronx, NY is for everyday living.
Exceptionally Walkable
Walkability
100
/ 100
Exceptional Public Transit
Transit
100
/ 100
Somewhat Drivable
Drivability
30
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
70
/ 100
Daily Essentials
In Van Nest - Bronx, NY, daily errands are quick and hassle-free.
Supermarket Within a 5 Minute Walk
Groceries
90
/ 100
Exceptional Restaurant Variety Nearby
Restaurants
90
/ 100
Good Café Variety Nearby
Cafes
60
/ 100
Great Variety of Shops Nearby
Shopping
80
/ 100
Recreation
Van Nest - Bronx, NY provides ample green space and fitness centers within easy reach.
Exceptional Amount of Park Space Nearby
Parks
90
/ 100
Great Wellness Amenity Variety Nearby
Wellness
80
/ 100
Local Vibe
Get a sense of what it’s like to live in Van Nest - Bronx, NY from everyday activity to noise and nightlife.
Vibrant Atmosphere
Vibrancy
70
/ 100
Fair Nightlife Variety Nearby
Nightlife
40
/ 100
Fairly Noisy
Quiet Score
60
/ 100
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Reviews of Van Nest - Bronx, NY
Niche Reviews
6 Reviews
Niche User
5 years and 6 months ago•Niche Review
Nobody wants to ever register, vote or take part in any census. I know many people over the last few years because of the corrupt political and community establishment here. They only looking for attention, being worshipped and lining their own pockets.It's all special interest and a clic.
Former Resident
6 years and 11 months ago•Niche Review
Unsafe area . Sold my home in a short time. The local politicians and Van Nest Community Alliance are a bunch of actors and grandstanders looking for attention in the local papers. They should just give it up. The area was good over 40 years ago. Bunch of liberals wimps.
Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Bronx Zoo
- Bronx Park
- Starlight Park
- New York Botanical Garden
- Crotona Park
Airports
- LaGuardia
- John F Kennedy International
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.