Land Market Insights and Pricing in Bronx County, New York

The Bronx, New York's northernmost borough, offers a unique blend of urban and natural landscapes within its 42 square miles. Bordered by the Hudson River, East River, and Long Island Sound, the area features a mix of hills, ridges, and flatlands, with about a quarter dedicated to open spaces. Notable green areas include Van Cortlandt Park, Pelham Bay Park, and the New York Botanical Garden, home to the Thain Family Forest - the city's largest remaining tract of original forest. The Bronx River, NYC's only freshwater river, bisects the borough. While the area boasts significant parkland, it faces socioeconomic challenges with an 11.1% unemployment rate and 22.1% of families in poverty. Property taxes at 1.03% slightly exceed the national average. Despite these factors, the Bronx's diverse terrain and extensive shoreline present distinctive opportunities for land buyers in this densely populated urban setting.