Rent-Stabilized Apartments • Concourse, Bronx
Rent-Stabilized Apartments in Concourse, Bronx (2026)
The 2023 NYC Housing and Vacancy Survey (NYC HPD and U.S. Census Bureau, initial findings released February 2024) counted 996,600 rent-stabilized apartments, 41% of the city's rental units. The Rent Guidelines Board's maximum renewal increases are 3% for 1-year leases and 4.5% for 2-year leases beginning October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026 (RGB Order #57); 0% for 1-year leases and 0% for 2-year leases beginning October 1, 2026 through September 30, 2027 (RGB Order #58). Concourse scores 4.6/10 on DwellCheck's livability index (#12 of 22 Bronx neighborhoods scored from NYC Open Data), with 2 subway stations inside the neighborhood's boundaries.
Concourse at a glance
Concourse offers a distinctive living experience in Bronx.
What to look for in a rent-stabilized apartment in Concourse
Concourse has a specific housing profile that affects your rent-stabilized 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 (58% of residential tax lots in NYC's PLUTO data). These are the considerations that matter most here:
- •Buildings with 6+ units built before 1974 are commonly stabilized
- •J-51 and 421-a tax abatements create newer rent-stabilized units
- •Preferential rent is locked in for your entire tenancy under HSTPA 2019
- •DHCR rent history is the only authoritative source for verification
- •Stabilized tenants have guaranteed lease renewal rights
How to verify a rent-stabilized listing
Listings often over-promise on amenities. Before you sign a lease for a claimed rent-stabilized apartment in Concourse, run through this verification checklist:
- ✓Request a free DHCR rent history at hcr.ny.gov
- ✓Check for a rent stabilization rider in your lease — required by law
- ✓Verify the building was built before 1974 via NYC Open Data PLUTO records
- ✓Look up J-51 or 421-a status on NYC Department of Finance property records
- ✓Ask the landlord directly and get the answer in writing
Want a deeper dive? Read our full Is My NYC Apartment Rent Stabilized? guide.
About Concourse, Bronx
Concourse is a neighborhood in Bronx with its own distinct character and community.
Concourse scores 4.6/10 overall on DwellCheck's livability index, ranking #12 of 22 Bronx neighborhoods scored from NYC Open Data. Rent prices in Concourse vary widely; check specific listings for current market rates. DwellCheck lists 2 subway stations inside the neighborhood's boundaries for Concourse, including 167 St, 149 St-Grand Concourse.
A typical 200m circle in Concourse holds about 238 trees in NYC Parks' tree inventory (street and park trees), a tree density of 8.9/10 on a citywide percentile scale. Largest parks in or near Concourse: Franz Sigel Park, Mill Pond Park, Yankee Stadium Garages/Lots. Nearest to the neighborhood's center: Joyce Kilmer Park, about 278m.
Subway stations in Concourse
Who Concourse is best for
A neighborhood worth exploring for its unique qualities.
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I know about finding a rent-stabilized place in Concourse?
Concourse pricing varies by block and building. Concourse ranks #12 of 22 Bronx neighborhoods scored from NYC Open Data on livability (4.6/10). Known for grand concourse and art deco architecture, Concourse has a rental market where rent-stabilized options depend heavily on building era and management. Concourse offers a distinctive living experience in Bronx.
How much should I expect to pay in Concourse?
Pricing in Concourse 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 Concourse actually a good fit for someone looking for a rent-stabilized apartment?
Depends on your priorities. Concourse scores 2/10 on practical (HPD housing violations per residential lot, higher = fewer) and 6.5/10 on commute (subway stations and lines inside the neighborhood). It tends to work best for nyc newcomers. The rent-stabilized inventory specifically depends on building stock, which you can verify address by address.
How do I get around from Concourse?
DwellCheck lists 2 subway stations inside the neighborhood's boundaries, including 167 St (4/B/D) and 149 St-Grand Concourse (2/4/5). The commute score is 6.5/10 (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 Concourse?
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 Concourse?
A typical 200m circle in Concourse holds about 238 trees in NYC Parks' tree inventory (street and park trees), a tree density of 8.9/10 on a citywide percentile scale. Largest parks in or near Concourse: Franz Sigel Park, Mill Pond Park, Yankee Stadium Garages/Lots. Nearest to the neighborhood's center: Joyce Kilmer Park, about 278m. The outdoor score is 7.5/10. Green space access is a genuine strength here.
What ZIP code covers Concourse?
Concourse falls in 10452 (Highbridge / Concourse).
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