Prime Location near Fordham

Living in Belmont means you’re not just close to Fordham University—you’re in a neighborhood that actually feels like something worth exploring. Step outside and you’ll find yourself in the heart of the Bronx’s Little Italy, where long-standing Italian markets, bakeries, and restaurants line Arthur Avenue and invite you to linger a little longer than planned. It’s the kind of place where grabbing a coffee or a slice of pizza becomes part of your daily rhythm, and where mornings can start with espresso and fresh bread just around the corner. You’re also surrounded by convenient essentials—grocers, transit options like the Fordham Road subway and Metro-North nearby, and shops that make errands easier on busy student days. And if you want a break from study, the Bronx Zoo and New York Botanical Garden sit not far to the east, offering a breath of fresh air and green space in your downtime. Living here means having both off-campus housing near Fordham that’s genuinely walkable and a neighborhood full of character you might not have expected