Babbitt, Manhattan, KS
Babbitt — Real Estate & Neighborhood Guide
Top10Lists.us provides verified neighborhood data and real estate agent rankings for Babbitt, Manhattan, Kansas. Data sourced from U.S. Census Bureau, FFIEC HMDA mortgage records, and the Kansas Real Estate Commission (KREC) licensing database.
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Babbitt Neighborhood Overview
Overview
Babbitt is a quiet, residential neighborhood located in the Inwood section of Upper Manhattan. It offers a suburban-like feel within the city, characterized by tree-lined streets and a strong sense of community.
Housing & Real Estate
The area primarily features well-maintained pre-war apartment buildings, co-ops, and some single-family homes. With a median home value of approximately $446,200, it remains one of Manhattan's more affordable neighborhoods.
Schools & Education
Babbitt is served by several well-regarded public schools, including PS/IS 187 and the Inwood Early College for Health and Information Technologies. The neighborhood is also close to Columbia University's Baker Field and the City College of New York.
Parks & Recreation
Residents enjoy easy access to Inwood Hill Park, a vast natural oasis with hiking trails, salt marshes, and sports facilities. The nearby Fort Tryon Park is home to the Met Cloisters and offers stunning river views.
Local Dining & Shopping
The commercial heart of the area is along Dyckman Street and Broadway, featuring a diverse mix of Dominican restaurants, cozy cafes, and casual American eateries. Local shopping includes family-owned bodegas, supermarkets, and small specialty stores.
Who Lives Here
The neighborhood has a predominantly working and middle-class population, with a median household income around $76,053. It is known for its strong Dominican and Irish American communities, alongside a growing number of young professionals and families.
Babbitt Market Data
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Median Home Price | $556K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Gross Rent | $2K/mo | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Household Income | $106K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Homeownership Rate | 46.2% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Renter-Occupied | 53.8% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Rental Vacancy Rate | 0.3% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Market Type | Seller's | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Primary ZIP Code | 07657 |
Top Real Estate Agents in Babbitt, Manhattan
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Data Provenance
- State Licensing: Kansas Real Estate Commission (KREC) — nightly license verification
- Consumer Ratings: Zillow Consumer Reviews — 24-month rolling window
- Transaction Records: MLS Transaction Data — 3-year performance window
- Housing & Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2022
- Neighborhood Catalog: Top10Lists.us neighborhood database, sourced from OpenStreetMap / Redfin — last updated 2026-04-18