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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Crotona Park East vs Edenwald

Side-by-side market data, transit, and neighborhood profiles to help you decide.

Bronx|Bronx

Crotona Park East

Bronx

Edenwald

Bronx

How They Compare

For buyers focused on affordability, Edenwald has the lower median sale price at $594K vs $625K in Crotona Park East.

Investors analyzing rental yield will find Crotona Park East offers a stronger rent-to-price ratio based on current market data.

Median Sale Price
$625K
$594K
Median Rent
$3K
$2K
Active Listings
3
5
Avg Days on Market
0 days
0 days
YoY Price Change
0.0%
-7.2%
Monthly Sales Volume
9
4

Detailed Comparison

MetricCrotona Park EastEdenwald
Median Sale Price$625,000$593,888.5
Median Condo PriceN/AN/A
Median Co-op Price$37,000N/A
Median Rent$2,900$2,187
Active Listings35
Rental Inventory111
Days on Market00
Price Cut Share0.0%17.6%
Monthly Sales Volume94
YoY Price Change0.0%-7.2%
YoY Rent Change+19.6%0.0%
YoY Inventory Change+50.0%+400.0%
Subway LinesN/AN/A

Year-Over-Year Price Movement

Prices in Crotona Park East moved 0.0% over the past year, compared to -7.2% in Edenwald. Both markets have seen price softening, with Edenwald declining more sharply over the measured period.

Neighborhood Profiles

Crotona Park East

Crotona Park East is a Bronx neighborhood of prewar walk-up apartment buildings, mid-rise public housing developments, and a growing number of new affordable and mixed-income residential projects adjacent to the 127-acre Crotona Park. The 2 and 5 trains at East 174th Street and Freeman Street stations provide subway access to Manhattan. Crotona Park features a 3.3-acre lake, public pool, running track, and sports courts.

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Edenwald

Edenwald, a Bronx community featuring two-family homes and apartment buildings, is anchored by the extensive Edenwald Houses public housing complex. The neighborhood is served by the 2 and 5 subway lines, and its layout includes access to local parks and established streetscapes.

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Transit Access

Crotona Park East

No subway data available

Edenwald

No subway data available

Active Listings

Crotona Park East for sale

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Edenwald for sale

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Listing data is derived in whole or in part from the RLS at REBNY (Real Estate Board of New York) Internet Data Exchange (IDX) database. Real estate listings held by brokerage firms other than Milton Coste | Keller Williams NYC are marked with the RLS logo. The information provided is for consumers' personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Data is refreshed every 15 minutes per REBNY IDX requirements.

Crotona Park East vs Edenwald: Home Price Resilience 2008-2020

From the 2008 financial crisis through the 2020 pandemic, the NYC metro Case-Shiller composite fell about 25% peak-to-trough between 2007 and 2012, then fully recovered by 2017 and gained another 15% through Q1 2020. Crotona Park East and Edenwald both tracked this broader NYC arc, with annual closing volume contracting sharply in 2009 and again in Q2 2020 before normalizing.

Outer-borough submarkets including Crotona Park East and Edenwald generally tracked the broader NYC metro pattern of a 20% to 25% peak-to-trough decline before fully recovering by 2017 and posting further gains through early 2020.

Source: Per Case-Shiller Home Price Index, NYC metro subset, 2008-2020, cross-referenced with StreetEasy historical price data series.

Metric (2026)Crotona Park EastEdenwald
Median Sale Price$625,000$593,888.5
Median Rent$2,900/mo$2,187/mo
Year-over-Year Price Change0.0%-7.2%
Average Days on Market0 days0 days
Distance to Nearest SubwayN/AN/A

Table values reflect current 2026 market conditions. Historical 2008-2020 commentary is sourced from Case-Shiller NYC metro composite and StreetEasy historical series.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Crotona Park East cheaper than Edenwald?
Edenwald is more affordable, with a median sale price of $593,888.5 vs $625,000 in Crotona Park East. Pricing can vary widely by building, floor, and unit condition, so review current listings for accurate comparisons.
Which has better transit, Crotona Park East or Edenwald?
Transit data is not available for these neighborhoods. Check the MTA website for current service maps.
Which is better for families, Crotona Park East or Edenwald?
This depends on what type of home fits your household. Crotona Park East and Edenwald both offer a mix of apartment and multi-room units in co-ops, condos, and townhouses. Larger 3- and 4-bedroom units, including townhouses and multi-family properties, tend to be more available in lower-density areas. Reviewing active listings filtered by bedroom count is the most reliable way to see what each neighborhood currently offers for larger households. A licensed broker can pull current inventory by bedroom count across both areas for a direct comparison.
Should I buy in Crotona Park East or Edenwald?
The right neighborhood depends on your price range, commute needs, and preferred property type. A comparative market analysis (CMA) of recent sales in both Crotona Park East and Edenwald gives you the clearest picture of what your budget gets in each location. Request a free CMA from Milton Coste to get a side-by-side breakdown of current opportunities.

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