Son graduated Rose Hill in 2016, lived off campus (non Fordham owned) for 2 years and never had an issue. There’s plenty of available/affordable units in the 5 block radius of Arthur Avenue. Fordham owns a few off campus apartment units in which school security is provided. The Bronx is culturally diverse, need to use common sense when out and about (that goes for everywhere). My D’s short list includes Rose Hill and I would have no concerns allowing her to live off campus near Fordham campus.
The biggest drawback is privately owned apartments require 1 year lease. Its great if staying for the summer for classes, work or internships. Need to consider that when signing lease.