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NYC Neighborhood Comparison

Fordham vs Inwood

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

Bronx|Manhattan

Fordham

Bronx

Inwood

Manhattan

How They Compare

For buyers focused on affordability, Inwood has the lower median sale price at $484K vs $662K in Fordham.

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

Commuters have more transit options in Inwood, which is served by 2 subway lines compared to 0 in Fordham.

Median Sale Price
$662K
$484K
Median Rent
$2K
$3K
Active Listings
19
40
Avg Days on Market
0 days
107 days
YoY Price Change
0.0%
+32.6%
Monthly Sales Volume
6
2

Detailed Comparison

MetricFordhamInwood
Median Sale Price$662,107$484,000
Median Condo PriceN/AN/A
Median Co-op PriceN/A$435,000
Median Rent$2,014.5$3,000
Active Listings1940
Rental Inventory20164
Days on Market0107
Price Cut Share15.8%12.5%
Monthly Sales Volume62
YoY Price Change0.0%+32.6%
YoY Rent Change+0.9%+20.0%
YoY Inventory Change+46.2%0.0%
Subway LinesN/A1 A

Year-Over-Year Price Movement

Prices in Fordham moved 0.0% over the past year, compared to +32.6% in Inwood. The +32.6% gain in Inwood reflects stronger buyer demand relative to available inventory in that market.

Neighborhood Profiles

Fordham

Fordham centers on the Grand Concourse and Fordham Road, one of the Bronx's busiest commercial corridors, with six-story Art Deco apartment buildings, prewar walk-ups, and brick rowhomes lining the surrounding residential streets. The B and D trains at Fordham Road, the 4 train on the Jerome Avenue Line, and Metro-North at Fordham Station provide multiple transit options. The New York Botanical Garden's 250 acres and the Bronx Zoo border the neighborhood, and Fordham University's Gothic campus occupies the historic Rose Hill Manor at its center.

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Inwood

Inwood is Manhattan's northernmost neighborhood, offering a lush and hilly landscape that feels worlds away from the city's concrete canyons. Home to Inwood Hill Park, the last remaining natural forest in Manhattan, the area is a haven for nature lovers. The real estate market is known for providing some of the best value in the borough, featuring spacious Art Deco cooperatives and historic pre-war buildings with views of the Hudson and Harlem Rivers.

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Transit Access

Fordham

No subway data available

Inwood

1A

Inwood-207 St (A) — 0.1 mi

207 St (1) — 0.2 mi

215 St (1) — 0.3 mi

Dyckman St (1 A) — 0.3 mi

Active Listings

Fordham for sale

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Inwood 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.

Fordham vs Inwood: 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. Fordham and Inwood both tracked this broader NYC arc, with annual closing volume contracting sharply in 2009 and again in Q2 2020 before normalizing.

Inwood tracked the more resilient Manhattan price path with a 10% to 15% peak-to-trough decline, while Fordham moved closer to the broader NYC metro pattern of a 20% to 25% retracement before recovering through 2017.

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

Metric (2026)FordhamInwood
Median Sale Price$662,107$484,000
Median Rent$2,014.5/mo$3,000/mo
Year-over-Year Price Change0.0%+32.6%
Average Days on Market0 days107 days
Distance to Nearest SubwayN/A0.09 mi

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 Fordham cheaper than Inwood?
Inwood is more affordable, with a median sale price of $484,000 vs $662,107 in Fordham. Pricing can vary widely by building, floor, and unit condition, so review current listings for accurate comparisons.
Which has better transit, Fordham or Inwood?
Fordham has access to 0 subway lines and Inwood has 2, making Inwood the stronger option for transit access. Fordham has 0 lines, which may still cover your commute depending on your destination.
Which is better for families, Fordham or Inwood?
This depends on what type of home fits your household. Fordham and Inwood 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 Fordham or Inwood?
The right neighborhood depends on your price range, commute needs, and preferred property type. A comparative market analysis (CMA) of recent sales in both Fordham and Inwood 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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