Average Rent in Bronx, NY
What is the average rent in Bronx, NY?
The average listed apartment rent in Bronx, NY is $4,675 per month, as of October 20, 2026. This sample includes 2 priced apartments in 1 building. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
We use published total monthly rent when known and base rent otherwise. Unknown fees remain unknown. Buildings without a qualifying price do not count in this sample. The guide directory can include more buildings.
1 apartment buildings, 2 units. Recorded asking prices and price history where available.
Browse apartments in Bronx, NYAvg Rent
$4,675/mo
market average
Cheapest
$4,000/mo
Bluesky Living At 191 Street
Properties
1
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Units
2
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Analysis
Rent Price Breakdown
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Average Rent by Property
Starting Price vs Average
Rent by Bedroom Count
Price per Square Foot
Bronx, NY Rent Prices
All 1 properties ranked by lowest available rent.
| # | Property | From | Avg | $/sqft | Rating | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bluesky Living At 191 Street 558 E 191st St, Bronx, NY 10458, USA | $4,000 | $4,675 | $9.22/ft² | 4.8 (27) | 2 |
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Bronx, NY Average Rent Prices 2026
The average listed rent in Bronx, NY is $4,675 per month, based on 2 units across 1 apartment communities. Prices range from $4,000 at Bluesky Living At 191 Street to $5,350 at Bluesky Living At 191 Street.
Average Rent by Bedroom Type
| Type | Avg Rent | Starting From | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bed | $4,000/mo | $4,000/mo | 1 |
| 3 Bed | $5,350/mo | $5,350/mo | 1 |
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Market Context
Who rents in Bronx, NY, and what they pay
Tracked tracked rent in Bronx, NY averages $4,675/mo. At the local median household income of $79,713, that works out to 70% of gross income, a severely rent-burdened market by HUD standards.
The U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 2023 release pegged median gross rent in Bronx, NY at $1,779/mo. The current tracked market average runs 163% higher than that benchmark, reflecting both two to three years of rent growth and the fact that the Census figure covers all renter-occupied housing in Bronx, NY while the tracked market average covers units currently listed in larger apartment communities.
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Bronx, NY?
Built on the 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Minimum to afford average rent
$187,000/year
Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $4,675/mo.
Comfortable income
$224,000/year
Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries.
To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($4,000/mo), you need to earn at least $160,000/year.
Median household income in Bronx, NY is $79,713 , about 64% below the comfortable-living threshold.
Cost of living in Bronx, NY
Overall prices in Bronx, NY runs above the national average by about 13% (BEA Regional Price Parity index 112.6, where 100 equals the U.S. average). The breakdown below estimates monthly costs for a single adult, using national consumer-spending baselines from the Bureau of Labor Statistics scaled by Bronx, NY's regional price parities.
| Category | Monthly estimate |
|---|---|
| Rent (market average) | $4,675 |
| Utilities | $644 |
| Groceries | $585 |
| Transportation | $1,534 |
| Healthcare | $748 |
| Other goods and services | $1,197 |
| Estimated total | $9,383/mo |
Population
8,516,202
Median household income
$79,713
Census median rent
$1,779/mo
Census rent burden
31.0%
Median age
38.0
Mean commute
41 min
Methodology
Rent data
We use listed asking rents and schedule daily data updates. Individual buildings can have different verification dates. Check the building or unit page for its latest price and availability.
Cost of living
Estimates combine national consumer-spending baselines from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (Consumer Expenditure Survey) with the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities (MARPP dataset). Both are peer-reviewed federal data releases published annually.
Salary to live comfortably
We estimate annual income by dividing annual rent by 30 percent for the affordability figure and 25 percent for the comfortable-income figure. These estimates are a guide, not a guarantee of rental approval.
Demographic figures
Median household income, population, median age, commute time, Census median rent, and rent as percentage of income come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimates, the most recent complete release.
Cost of living and demographic figures were last published in 2023.
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Nearby cities in New York
How Bronx, NY rent compares to other markets in the state.
| City | Avg Rent | vs Bronx, NY | 30-Day Change | Properties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Albany, NY | $2,020 | -57% | +9.6% | 144 |
| Brooklyn, NY | $5,059 | +8% | +6.8% | 25 |
| Utica, NY | $1,637 | -65% | -3.1% | 13 |
| Schenectady, NY | $1,858 | -60% | -4.3% | 11 |
| White Plains, NY | $24,731 | +429% | -10.4% | 9 |
| Cohoes, NY | $1,949 | -58% | -7.5% | 8 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Bronx, NY?
The average listed apartment rent in Bronx, NY is $4,675 per month, as of October 20, 2026. This sample includes 2 priced apartments in 1 building. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
What is the cheapest apartment rent in Bronx, NY?
The lowest available rent in Bronx, NY starts at $4,000 per month. Confirm current availability, fees, and lease terms with the selected listing.
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Bronx, NY?
2-bedroom apartments in Bronx, NY average $4,000/mo. Units start from $4,000/mo across 1 units currently listed.
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