university-heights-bronx
Selling Your Home in University Heights, Bronx
Current market data from 90 recorded property transactions in University Heights. Every number on this page comes from NYC Department of Finance public records — not estimates, not algorithms, not listing data. This is what actually sold.
Home Prices in University Heights
Median sale prices by property type, based on every recorded sale in University Heights over the past 12 months.
Quarterly Trends by Property Type
Median sale price by quarter. Arrows show change vs. the prior quarter.
📊 Why this data is more reliable than other sites
The numbers on this page come from the NYC Department of Finance public records — every legally recorded property sale in University Heights, not just MLS-listed transactions. Sites like Zillow and StreetEasy only capture listings that go through their platforms, missing FSBO sales, off-market deals, and transfers that never hit the MLS. This dataset includes all of them.
We also remove bulk portfolio transfers, nominal sales, and non-arms-length transactions that would distort median prices — cleaning that most data sources don't do. The result is a more accurate picture of what individual homes are actually selling for in your market.
Data source: NYC Department of Finance, Rolling Sales Data — Bronx. Period: April 2025 – March 2026. Excludes $0 transfers, nominal sales, non-arms-length transactions, and bulk portfolio transfers identified through same-date/same-price pattern analysis. Note: NYC Department of Finance reports University Heights together with Kingsbridge Heights as a combined dataset. The figures on this page reflect that combined data. Last updated: May 2026.
Best Time to Sell in University Heights
Monthly closing volume based on 90 residential sales recorded by the NYC Department of Finance over the past 12 months. Months highlighted in orange indicate above-average demand (≥110% of the average monthly volume).
Takeaway for Sellers
University Heights sees its strongest closing activity in March, May, June, September, and November — the months highlighted in orange above. These peaks indicate when buyer demand is highest and the most transactions close.
Since the typical sale takes 3 months from listing to closing you should be listing approximately 3 months before these peak windows to position your home when competition among buyers is strongest.
The optimal listing date depends on your property type, your timeline, and current inventory levels. A strategy session can pinpoint the right window for your specific home.
Housing Stock in University Heights
Distribution of 90 residential sales by property type over the past 12 months.
What This Means for Sellers
University Heights's market is dominated by co-op apartment sales, which represent 54.4% of all recorded transactions. Most buyers entering the neighborhood are looking for apartments in elevator or walk-up buildings, and most sellers are competing with other co-op units. If you own a single-family home or condo here, you're in a smaller, less competitive segment where pricing strategy and marketing can have outsized impact. For co-op sellers, understanding building-specific dynamics — maintenance costs, board approval timing, building reputation — matters more than neighborhood-level trends.
FAQ: Selling in University Heights
Based on the most recent NYC Department of Finance public records (April 2025 – March 2026), median sale prices in University Heights vary significantly by property type. Co-op Apartments: $165,000 (49 sales). Single-Family Homes: $681,000 (8 sales). Multifamily: $920,000 (33 sales). These figures reflect all legally recorded sales — not just MLS listings — giving a more complete picture than sites like Zillow or StreetEasy.
The University Heights market recorded 90 residential sales over the past 12 months according to NYC public records. The median price per square foot is $257. The median building was built in 1950. For a detailed analysis of how current conditions affect your home's value, schedule a free strategy call.
University Heights sees its strongest closing volume in March, May, June, September, and November, indicating above-average buyer demand. Since the typical sale takes about 3 months from listing to closing, you should be listing approximately 3 months before these peak windows to position your home when competition among buyers is strongest. The optimal listing date depends on your property type and personal timeline — a strategy call can help you find the right window.
University Heights has a diverse housing stock. Over the past 12 months, Co-op Apartments accounted for 54.4% of sales, Two-Family Homes accounted for 16.7% of sales, Other Residential accounted for 16.7% of sales, Single-Family Homes accounted for 8.9% of sales, Three-Family Homes accounted for 3.3% of sales. The median year built is 1950.
Across all neighborhoods Justin Braithwaite serves, his listings average just 24 days on market — well below the city average. His listings also close at 102.8% of asking price on average, meaning sellers typically get more than their list price. Results in University Heights specifically depend on property type, pricing strategy, and market timing.
You're not legally required to use an agent, but the data strongly suggests it pays to have expert representation. Justin Braithwaite has completed 261 seller transactions with a 96.1% close rate and a 102.8% sale-to-list ratio. His clients benefit from pricing strategy informed by the same NYC Department of Finance data on this page, plus 10 years of real estate experience and 27 years of sales and marketing expertise. Schedule a free strategy call to see how a data-driven approach can maximize your sale price in University Heights.
University Heights, Bronx at a Glance
University Heights is a residential neighborhood in the western Bronx, bordered by Kingsbridge Heights to the north, Fordham to the east, Morris Heights to the south, and the Harlem River to the west. The neighborhood takes its name from the former University Heights campus of New York University, which occupied the elevated land overlooking the Harlem River from 1894 until 1973, when the campus was sold to Bronx Community College.
University Heights is served by the 4 train (Burnside Avenue station) and multiple bus routes, with the Major Deegan Expressway providing road access along the western edge. Housing is dominated by pre-war apartment buildings, with the Hall of Fame for Great Americans and the original Stanford White–designed buildings of the former NYU campus serving as architectural landmarks. The neighborhood has long offered an affordable foothold for working families in proximity to higher education and transit.
Nearby Neighborhoods
Thinking about other areas in the Bronx? Explore market data and insights for neighborhoods near University Heights.
Ready to Sell Your University Heights Home?
Get a personalized pricing strategy built on the same NYC public-records data you just saw on this page — not an algorithm's guess. Justin Braithwaite will walk you through what your home is worth today and when to list for maximum results.