Neighborhood
Washington Heights
- BOverall Grade
- 225
- Public SchoolsB
- Crime & SafetyB-
- HousingD+
- NightlifeA+
- Good for FamiliesB
- DiversityA
- JobsC+
- WeatherB-
- Cost of LivingC-
- Health & FitnessA
- Outdoor ActivitiesA
- CommuteA-
Real Estate
Median Home Value
$439,576
National
$184,700Median Rent
$1,201
National
$949Washington Heights Rankings
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Crime & Safety
Crime & Safety
B-
Based on violent and property crime rates.
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- 24/7 Whole home protection with no contract
- CNET Editor’s choice winner 2018
Residents
Diversity
A
Based on ethnic and economic diversity.
Median Household Income
$46,148
National
$55,322Children
14%
Top Public Schools Serving Washington Heights
- A+
Stuyvesant High School
- New York City Geographic District No. 2, NY
- 9-12
- 889 reviews
- A+
Bronx High School of Science
- New York City Geographic District No. 10, NY
- 9-12
- 774 reviews
- A+
Townsend Harris High School
- New York City Geographic District No. 25, NY
- 9-12
- 531 reviews
- A+
High School Math Science & Engineering at The City College of New York (CCNY)
- New York City Geographic District No. 5, NY
- 9-12
- 150 reviews
- A+
Bard High School Early College Queens
- New York City Geographic District No. 24, NY
- 9-12
- 302 reviews
Top Private Schools in Washington Heights
- A+
Yeshiva University High School for Boys
- Private School
- New York, NY
- 9-12
- 10 reviews
- NG
Yeshiva Rabbi Samson Raphael Hirsch
- Private School
- New York, NY
- PK, K-8
- NG
St. Elizabeth School
- Private School
- New York, NY
- PK, K-8
- 5 reviews
- NG
St. Rose of Lima School
- Private School
- New York, NY
- PK, K-8
- NG
St. Spyridon Parochial School
- Private School
- New York, NY
- PK, K-8
Washington Heights Reviews
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My experience living in Washington Heights has been pretty good. I got settled here in the year 2000 with my Dad and sisters. My aunt and cousins' live only a block away from us which meant constant small gatherings during holidays and or outings together. It is a neighborhood that is referred to as "The mini Domincan Republic" because the majority of residents living here are of Dominican descent. I was blessed to meet my now best friend of 15 plus years here. Renting here is fairly cheap and the location is very convenient with your A, C and 1 trains being within walking distance. Every street is tree lined and because the neighborhood sits right above Harlem and just below the Bronx every resident is blessed to look out of their window to see the great views of either the Hudson River, Bronx and or New Jersey.
The Heights is an extremely Hispanic neighborhood, with Dominicans making up the majority, so if you are Spanish it is a pretty friendly neighborhood. It’s definitely not the safest, but most of my friends and I haven’t had too much trouble in terms of the people. Transportation and food are both really good here; the MTA can have its delays, otherwise a pretty reliable source for transit. Overall there’s not too much to be said-- Washington Heights has a very unique vibe, you’ll either love it or you’ll hate it.
Washington Heights is a melting pot located in New York City. It is home to the renowned George Washishington Bridge, beautiful Fort Tryon Park, and scenic Hudson River views. Walk down the street and find numerous food vendors selling pinchos and empanadillas that seriously hit the spot. This three square mile neighborhood is home to many universities. People encountered on the street are friendly and humble; furthermore, intelligent and ambitious. Imperatively, Washington Heights is a stop that must be taken on a trip to New York City.