About Morris Park
Quick Facts
Current Prices: $539,000 to $1,549,000
Closed Prices: $345,000 to $1,265,000
Median Sale Price: $660,000
Average $ per sq ft: $407
Association Fee Ranges:
Around Morris Park
The western side of the neighborhood is more attractive for those looking to quickly access the park. If public transportation is a top priority, then living closer to the hospital and subway lines on the eastern side of the neighborhood is a must. Morris Park Avenue is the street with most local commerce, if that’s what you’re looking for. But the charming fact of Morris Park is that most of its streets are quiet and residential, perfect for those homebuyers looking to make a new home in the East Bronx.
Morris Park Avenue is the home to almost all dining options in the area. A walk along the street will cure any craving—Columbian, Mexican, Eastern European. Patricia’s of Morris Park is a longtime neighborhood staple. Its legacy of incredible Italian food, as well as warm service, has come to embody all that Morris Park is about. Morris Park Inn is another great local spot for something a little more upscale.
Mom-and-pop shops reign in Morris Park and some contribute their sustained success to the lack of available parking spots. Whatever it may be, local businesses remain integrated in the community. There are also big chain stores, pharmacies, a bowling alley, and a library branch. The hospital on the northeast corner of the neighborhood offers employment for much of the community. Though the buildings are a little drab, the colorful offerings inside create a beautiful mosaic of a neighborhood committed to the success of its residents.
Join in on the neighborhood fun and enjoy your Friday night dinner at the famous Patricia’s of Morris Park. Head to another iconic stop, Morris Park Inn, for drinks after dinner. There are plenty of other Italian eateries in the area, if that’s what you’re looking for on a casual and laid-back Friday night. Other than that, there isn’t a real nightlife scene in the neighborhood, except for a few Hookah bars. Call the night early or take a romantic ferry ride into the city, if you’re seeking more late night fun.
Conti’s Pastry Shoppe is the most beloved place to start a Sunday morning. The customer service is truly representative of the community—warm smiles and helpful attention to detail. Grab your pastry to-go and take a walk toward Pelham Bay, where you can spend the day by the water for a calm morning. If not, head in the opposite direction toward the New York Botanical Garden where you’ll be surrounded by plenty of greenspace and natural beauty.
Unlike almost every surrounding area, Morris Park actually offers easy access to public transportation. The 5 and 2 subway trains serve the area, and the BxM10 express bus runs all the way into Manhattan. Commuting into Grand Central Station still takes about an hour, but the trip is quite straightforward. The Clason Point ferry with service to Manhattan is only a 20-minute walk away. And residents are hopeful to have their own Metro-North stop on the New Haven line in the years to come.
Locals Love
- Access to public transit options
- Walkable and bikeable
- Proximity to greenspace
Locals Don't Love
- Lack of nightlife options
- Limited street parking
- Traffic on main streets
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