Community Guide
Westchester County Real Estate Guide
Scarsdale, White Plains, Yonkers, New Rochelle, Tarrytown & more
Westchester County is New York's premier suburban destination — offering top-ranked schools, tree-lined neighborhoods, and a 30-minute train ride to Midtown Manhattan.
2026 Market Overview
$680,000
Median Home Price
38 days
Avg Days on Market
4,200+
Active Listings
$420
Price Per Sq Ft
+5.1%
YoY Price Change
2.1 mo
Months of Supply
Featured Neighborhoods
Scarsdale
$1.2M – $6M+One of the wealthiest ZIP codes in the US, with top-ranked schools and grand estates.
White Plains
$350K – $1.5MWestchester's commercial hub with condos, co-ops, and walkable downtown living.
New Rochelle
$450K – $2MWaterfront community with diverse housing stock and strong Metro-North access.
Tarrytown
$550K – $2.5MHistoric Hudson River village with Victorian homes and a charming Main Street.
Top Schools
Scarsdale High School
Public · Rating: 10/10
Rye City School District
Public · Rating: 9/10
Hackley School
Private K-12 · Rating: Top Westchester
Getting Around
Metro-North Railroad's Harlem, Hudson, and New Haven lines connect Westchester to Grand Central Terminal in 30–60 minutes. Major highways include I-87, I-95, and the Saw Mill River Parkway.
Lifestyle Highlights
- Top-ranked public school districts
- Hudson River waterfront parks
- Boutique shopping and dining in village centers
- Golf courses and country clubs
- Proximity to NYC without city density
Buyer Tips
- 1School district boundaries significantly affect property values — research before you search.
- 2Inventory is tight; be prepared to move quickly on desirable properties.
- 3Factor in Westchester's property taxes, which are among the highest in the nation.
- 4Consider commute time to your NYC office when choosing a town.
Seller Tips
- 1Highlight school district ratings prominently in your listing.
- 2Spring listings attract the most buyers relocating from NYC.
- 3Curb appeal matters enormously in Westchester's competitive market.
- 4Price based on recent comparable sales — buyers are well-informed.
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