Furnished Apartments • Bedford Park, Bronx
Furnished Apartments in Bedford Park, Bronx (2026)
Furnished NYC apartments are relatively rare and usually rent for more than unfurnished equivalents. The main market is short-term corporate relocations, graduate students, and international arrivals. Verify exactly what "furnished" includes before signing. Bedford Park scores 3.7/10 on DwellCheck's livability index (#17 of 22 Bronx neighborhoods scored from NYC Open Data), with 3 subway stations inside the neighborhood's boundaries.
Bedford Park at a glance
Bedford Park offers a distinctive living experience in Bronx.
What to look for in a furnished apartment in Bedford Park
Bedford Park has a specific housing profile that affects your furnished search. Its practical score is 2/10 (HPD housing violations per residential lot, higher = fewer), and the most common residential building class is walk-up apartments (36% of residential tax lots in NYC's PLUTO data). These are the considerations that matter most here:
- •Furniture quality (new vs used, brand vs generic)
- •What counts as furnished: bed and couch only, or full kitchenware and linens?
- •Lease length flexibility — many furnished units allow shorter leases
- •Deposit rules (New York State caps a security deposit at one month's rent)
- •Replacement and wear policies for included items
How to verify a furnished listing
Listings often over-promise on amenities. Before you sign a lease for a claimed furnished apartment in Bedford Park, run through this verification checklist:
- ✓Get a written inventory list of every included item with photos
- ✓Inspect furniture for damage before signing — document anything pre-existing
- ✓Verify whether linens, towels, and kitchenware are included
- ✓Ask about replacement policies for wear-and-tear items
- ✓Understand what happens if you damage or replace furniture
About Bedford Park, Bronx
Bedford Park is a neighborhood in Bronx with its own distinct character and community.
Bedford Park scores 3.7/10 overall on DwellCheck's livability index, ranking #17 of 22 Bronx neighborhoods scored from NYC Open Data. Rent prices in Bedford Park vary widely; check specific listings for current market rates. DwellCheck lists 3 subway stations inside the neighborhood's boundaries for Bedford Park, including Bedford Park Blvd, Kingsbridge Rd, Bedford Park Blvd-Lehman College.
A typical 200m circle in Bedford Park holds about 158 trees in NYC Parks' tree inventory (street and park trees), a tree density of 4.5/10 on a citywide percentile scale. Largest parks in or near Bedford Park: Harris Park, Jerome Park, Fort Independence Playground. Nearest to the neighborhood's center: Harris Park, about 354m.
Subway stations in Bedford Park
Who Bedford Park is best for
A neighborhood worth exploring for its unique qualities.
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I know about finding a furnished place in Bedford Park?
Bedford Park pricing varies by block and building. Bedford Park ranks #17 of 22 Bronx neighborhoods scored from NYC Open Data on livability (3.7/10). Known for botanical garden and bronx science, Bedford Park has a rental market where furnished options depend heavily on building era and management. Bedford Park offers a distinctive living experience in Bronx.
How much should I expect to pay in Bedford Park?
Pricing in Bedford Park varies widely by block, building age, and floor. Bronx is a large borough with significant rent variation — always compare at least 3-4 listings before committing.
Is Bedford Park actually a good fit for someone looking for a furnished apartment?
Depends on your priorities. Bedford Park scores 2/10 on practical (HPD housing violations per residential lot, higher = fewer) and 6/10 on commute (subway stations and lines inside the neighborhood). It tends to work best for nyc newcomers. The furnished inventory specifically depends on building stock, which you can verify address by address.
How do I get around from Bedford Park?
DwellCheck lists 3 subway stations inside the neighborhood's boundaries, including Bedford Park Blvd (B/D) and Kingsbridge Rd (4/B/D). The commute score is 6/10 (subway stations and lines inside the neighborhood); it is not a travel time, so check the trip to your own destination.
What about safety in Bedford Park?
Block-by-block variation is significant — two addresses a quarter mile apart can have very different safety profiles. Bronx averages 515.9 reported incidents per 300m radius and 2.7 shooting incidents per 500m. The only way to know for a specific address is to check the NYPD data within a walking radius.
Are there parks or green space near Bedford Park?
A typical 200m circle in Bedford Park holds about 158 trees in NYC Parks' tree inventory (street and park trees), a tree density of 4.5/10 on a citywide percentile scale. Largest parks in or near Bedford Park: Harris Park, Jerome Park, Fort Independence Playground. Nearest to the neighborhood's center: Harris Park, about 354m. The outdoor score is 5.5/10. There is some green space, though it is not the area's strongest feature.
What ZIP code covers Bedford Park?
Bedford Park falls in 10467 (Pelham Parkway / Bedford Park).
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