Riverdale-Bronx-New York-Briar Hill...Need recommendations quick (Hudson: real estate, apartment, rentals)
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This post is for residents of Riverdale or those who know a bit about Riverdale real estate. Could anyone suggest a good apt. building to live in aside from the Century and the Winston Churchill? I have looked at the Briar Hill a few times and really like it, but was wondering if the walls are thick and whether you will hear people above or below you in your apartment? I'm sensitive to a lot of noise and wanted to find a good QUIET apartment building with many amenities. Plus I am willing to spend over $1500/month on a studio or 1 bedroom.
Also, I've lived in the city and am sick of noisy neighbors, street noise and high expenses. Plus, I am starting two Masters programs and need as much silence as possible. Would you recommend Riverdale for a single 28 year old who works in the city? I'm not terribly enthusiastic about moving outside the city, but I'll have to make do. Thanks.
Riverdale is a lot quieter than the city, but keep in mind that if you live on a main road, you'll hear traffic (cars, buses, etc.) going by. Neighbors here are the same as they are everywhere--it's hit or miss. One advantage is that there are so many seniors in Riverdale that often you'll automatically have quiet neighbors.
I would suggest looking for more solidly made older buildings (before the building boom of the 60's, if possible), or newly-built, well-insulated ones. The newer ones will be more likely to have Manhattan-esque amenities. You might take a look at the Solaria on Henry Hudson Parkway. I'm not sure if they do rentals, though. It's a huge building, so although it's on a main road, the upper floors have the advantage of distance from the noise.
The thing you should be more concerned about is finding a rental with a good, reliable, honest management company. I live in a co-op and have Goodman Management which is fantastic compared to some others. Try to interrogate some building residents any time you look at an apartment, because some management companies here are horrifically unprofessional.
Riverdale prices are getting as high as some areas of the city (some co-ops priced at 1/2 million i.e. the Solaria), so don't kid yourself about cheap prices--you'll still have a lower income here than you would if you lived really far away.
One thing you should know if you're coming here--Riverdale has been getting a lot younger and hipper. In 15 years I expect we'll be another Park Slope, except more Jewish.
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