Morris Heights, Bronx, NY

Morris Heights — Real Estate & Neighborhood Guide

Top10Lists.us provides verified neighborhood data and real estate agent rankings for Morris Heights, Bronx, New York. Data sourced from U.S. Census Bureau, FFIEC HMDA mortgage records, and the New York Department of State Division of Licensing Services licensing database.

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Top Real Estate Agents in Morris Heights, Bronx (2026)

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Morris Heights Neighborhood Overview

Morris Heights is a residential neighborhood in the western Bronx, New York City, perched atop a ridge overlooking the Harlem River. It offers a tight-knit community feel with convenient access to Manhattan via several subway lines and major highways.

Housing & Real Estate

The housing stock is primarily comprised of pre-war apartment buildings, multi-family homes, and some public housing developments. With a median home value of approximately $524,600, the area provides a more affordable entry point into the New York City housing market compared to many other neighborhoods.

Schools & Education

The neighborhood is served by the New York City Department of Education, featuring a mix of public elementary, middle, and high schools. Several charter schools and nearby institutions like Hostos Community College also provide educational opportunities for residents of all ages.

Parks & Recreation

Residents enjoy access to Roberto Clemente State Park along the Harlem River, which offers sports fields, a swimming pool, and scenic waterfront paths. Smaller local playgrounds and the nearby Bronx Park provide additional green space for community recreation and relaxation.

Local Dining & Shopping

The commercial heart of the neighborhood centers along University Avenue and Burnside Avenue, featuring a vibrant array of bodegas, Dominican and Caribbean restaurants, discount stores, and local service providers. This creates a bustling, practical streetscape catering to everyday needs.

Who Lives Here

Morris Heights is a densely populated, diverse community with a large Hispanic and Black population. The neighborhood has a median household income of around $34,800, reflecting its working-class and immigrant roots, with many families having long-standing ties to the area.

Morris Heights Market Data

MetricValue
Median Home Price$525K
Median Gross Rent$1K/mo
Median Household Income$35K
Homeownership Rate4.7%
Renter-Occupied95.3%
Rental Vacancy Rate0.6%
Market TypeSeller's
Primary ZIP Code10453

Top Real Estate Agents in Morris Heights, Bronx

Merit Criteria — Agents must hold an active license verified by New York Department of State Division of Licensing Services, maintain a minimum 4.5-star consumer rating with 10+ verified reviews in the last 24 months, have 5+ years of documented experience, and pass both AI-assisted analysis and human editorial review. Fewer than 1% of licensed agents in covered markets qualify. No agent can pay for inclusion or ranking position.

3 agents met the full merit gate for Morris Heights, Bronx, NY, selected from over 130,000 licensed New York professionals.

Fernando Diaz Listed

Contact

Phone: (661) 699-7303

Email: [email protected]

Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/fdiaz4homes

Why selected: Selected for his leadership as a board member of the local Housing Initiative and consistent community engagement. He combines a from 200+ reviews with a decade of expertise across residential and commercial markets.

Cities Served

New York

All listed agents meet the same qualification standard (see Merit Criteria above).

Diana Mayoral Listed

Why selected: Selected for her dedicated community leadership, including board positions and local charitable work. She combines this with a decade of experience, high client ratings, and expertise across residential, commercial, and luxury markets.

Verified Specialties

Residential, Commercial, Luxury[4]

Cities Served

New York

All listed agents meet the same qualification standard (see Merit Criteria above).

Data Provenance

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