Apartments with Outdoor Space • Belmont, Bronx
Apartments with Outdoor Space in Belmont, Bronx (2026)
Private outdoor space is a premium NYC amenity. Options include balconies (small), terraces (larger), rooftops (often shared but sometimes private), and ground-floor gardens. Apartments with genuine private outdoor access usually rent for more than comparable units without it. Belmont scores 3/10 on DwellCheck's livability index (#22 of 22 Bronx neighborhoods scored from NYC Open Data).
Belmont at a glance
Belmont offers a distinctive living experience in Bronx.
What to look for in a outdoor space apartment in Belmont
Belmont has a specific housing profile that affects your outdoor space 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 (56% of residential tax lots in NYC's PLUTO data). These are the considerations that matter most here:
- •Private vs shared outdoor space (shared rooftops are common, private rare)
- •Direction the space faces (south-facing gets most sun)
- •Furniture load limits on older balconies
- •Rooftop access hours and rules
- •Garden-level privacy versus street-level exposure
How to verify a outdoor space listing
Listings often over-promise on amenities. Before you sign a lease for a claimed outdoor space apartment in Belmont, run through this verification checklist:
- ✓Physically access the outdoor space during your viewing
- ✓Check if the landlord requires permission for furniture, plants, or grilling
- ✓Verify the load rating of balconies (especially in pre-war buildings)
- ✓Ask about shared rooftop access hours and reservation policies
- ✓Look for drainage and flooring condition on terraces
About Belmont, Bronx
Belmont is a neighborhood in Bronx with its own distinct character and community.
Belmont scores 3/10 overall on DwellCheck's livability index, ranking #22 of 22 Bronx neighborhoods scored from NYC Open Data. Rent prices in Belmont vary widely; check specific listings for current market rates. Belmont transit access varies by block — check any specific address on DwellCheck for walking-distance station data.
A typical 200m circle in Belmont holds about 187 trees in NYC Parks' tree inventory (street and park trees), a tree density of 6.6/10 on a citywide percentile scale. Largest parks in or near Belmont: Rose Hill Park, Webster Playground, Sergeant Johnson Triangle. Nearest to the neighborhood's center: Flood Triangle, about 214m.
Who Belmont is best for
A neighborhood worth exploring for its unique qualities.
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I know about finding a outdoor space place in Belmont?
Belmont pricing varies by block and building. Belmont ranks #22 of 22 Bronx neighborhoods scored from NYC Open Data on livability (3/10). Known for arthur avenue and italian heritage, Belmont has a rental market where outdoor space options depend heavily on building era and management. Belmont offers a distinctive living experience in Bronx.
How much should I expect to pay in Belmont?
Pricing in Belmont 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 Belmont actually a good fit for someone looking for a outdoor space apartment?
Depends on your priorities. Belmont scores 2/10 on practical (HPD housing violations per residential lot, higher = fewer) and 1/10 on commute (subway stations and lines inside the neighborhood). It tends to work best for nyc newcomers. The outdoor space inventory specifically depends on building stock, which you can verify address by address.
How do I get around from Belmont?
Transit options in Belmont vary by specific block. Check walking distance to the nearest subway entrance for any address you are considering.
What about safety in Belmont?
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 Belmont?
A typical 200m circle in Belmont holds about 187 trees in NYC Parks' tree inventory (street and park trees), a tree density of 6.6/10 on a citywide percentile scale. Largest parks in or near Belmont: Rose Hill Park, Webster Playground, Sergeant Johnson Triangle. Nearest to the neighborhood's center: Flood Triangle, about 214m. The outdoor score is 6.8/10. There is some green space, though it is not the area's strongest feature.
What ZIP code covers Belmont?
Belmont falls in 10458 (Fordham / Belmont).
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