Hawthorne
More affordable than Pleasantville, Thornville and Valhalla
"Compared to some of the surrounding towns, you can get a bit more for your money in Hawthorne," says Matthew Valvano, a broker with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices New York Properties. Valvano has been in real estate for 17 years. Bordered by Pleasantville, Thornville, and Valhalla, the average home value in Hawthorne is anywhere from $70,000 to $150,000 less than its nearest neighbors. Modest properties typically range from the low $500,000s to the upper $700,000s, but homes over 2,000 square feet can climb toward a million. Colonials, ranch-style homes and Cape Cods make up the fabric of Hawthorne, with unique architectural details interspersed throughout — from shingle facades to A-frame roofs. Trees here are mature, providing a natural canopy; sidewalks are minimal and roads show wear from winter.
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20,000 acres of parkland
Westchester County has 20,000 acres of parkland, making green spaces practically unlimited. Broadway Field is a community gathering space on the western edge of Hawthorne. There, locals strike up a game of basketball and hear cheers from nearby Volunteer Field, home of Sherman Park Little League, echoing through the air. Graham Hills Park and Rockefeller State Park Preserve are both less than 4 miles from these smaller neighborhood parks. Both are impressive, but Rockefeller State Park is the largest, with over 45 miles of multi-use trails winding through peaks and valleys blanketed by oaks, poplars and maples. Laid out by the Rockefeller family, these trails lead to popular sites, like Swan Lake, a popular fishing destination. Locals have access to even more trails and fishing spots, along with a playground for the kids, at the over 2,000-acre Kensico Reservoir — 5 miles from home.Full moon hikes and herbalism workshops
Broadway Field hosts an annual autumn fair with live music, vendors, bouncy houses and slides. Rockefeller State Park Preserve holds monthly events, from full moon hikes to herbalism workshops. Locals can also attend a farmers market in Downtown Pleasantville every Saturday year-round, less than 3 miles away at Memorial Plaza.Schools rated B plus to A minus by Niche
The Mount Pleasant Central School District serves Hawthorne. Its schools include Hawthorne Elementary, for kindergarten through second grade, Columbus Elementary, for third through fifth grade, Westlake Middle School and Westlake High School. Hawthorne Elementary earns a B plus from Niche while Columbus Elementary and both the middle and high schools score an A minus. The high school's clubs offer the exciting opportunity to take trips to explore New York City's range of art museums.
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Grab a slice at Hawthorne Pizzeria
Hawthorne is home to a few unique small businesses and cozy eateries, such as Railway Cafe & Grill, Hawthorne Pizzeria and La Casa De Nina — a new spot for Peruvian and Greek food. A 3-mile drive leads them to Rose Hill Shopping Center, home to ACME Market for groceries. Neighbors can also head the same distance to downtown Pleasantville to catch a movie at the Jacob Burns Film Center on Manville Road. Several malls are within 7 miles of Hawthorne, including The Westchester in White Plains with brands like Aerie, Alo, Forever 21 and more.
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Access to the longest parkway in New York State
Three major parkways converge in Hawthorne: Taconic State Parkway, Sprain Brook Parkway and Saw Mill River Parkway. Taconic Parkway is the longest parkway in New York State. "Hawthorne’s location is super convenient. It's centrally located in Westchester, and the Metro North train station is right in the middle of town off Elwood Avenue," Valvano says. Surrounding airports include LaGuardia Airport, John F. Kennedy International and Westchester County Airport. LaGuardia is the farthest, at around 35 miles away. Eight miles from home, locals also have access to the 415-bed Westchester Medical Center.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Kenneth Rabasco
Kenneth Rabasco
Keller Williams Realty Group
(914) 825-6190
43 Total Sales
1 in Hawthorne
$635,000 Price
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Maria Teresa Duguet
Maria Teresa Duguet
Houlihan Lawrence Inc.
(914) 690-7152
48 Total Sales
1 in Hawthorne
$685,000 Price
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Joseph Iannibelli
Joseph Iannibelli
Keller Williams NY Realty
(914) 506-4861
74 Total Sales
3 in Hawthorne
$620K - $770K Price Range
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Sherry Wiggs
Sherry Wiggs
Houlihan Lawrence Inc.
(914) 281-2283
179 Total Sales
1 in Hawthorne
$505,000 Price
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Justine Denich
Justine Denich
Corcoran Legends Realty
(914) 340-0994
50 Total Sales
1 in Hawthorne
$730,000 Price
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Michael Ciofalo
Michael Ciofalo
Keller Williams NY Realty
(914) 491-3910
37 Total Sales
1 in Hawthorne
$520,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 12th
- Public
- 3rd to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Rockefeller State Park Preserve
Graham Hills Park
- Bike Trails
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Kensico Dam Plaza
Bradhurst Park
James Carroll Park
Rockefeller State Park Preserve
- Trails
Transit
Airport
Westchester County
18 min drive
Train
Hawthorne Station
Bus
Commerce St & Elwood Ave
Bus
Elwood Ave & Chelsea St
Bus
Saw Mill River Rd & Pythian Ave
Bus
Elwood Ave & Cross St
Bus
Commerce St & Fort Washington Ave
Bus
Elwood Av & Hawthorne Rr Station
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Hawthorne | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 2 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 1 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 1 | 4 |
| Robbery | 2 | 4 |
| Burglary | 2 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 2 | 4 |
| Larceny | 2 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 2 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Hawthorne Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Hawthorne, Mount Pleasant sell after 31 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Hawthorne, Mount Pleasant over the last 12 months is $717,500, up 4% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$699,500
Median Sale Price
$717,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$725,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$713,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
-5%
Last 12 months Home Sales
43
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
4%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$426
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
554
Number of Homes for Sale
4
Median Year Built
2020
Months of Supply
1.10
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,410
Above the national average
1,927
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
10,890
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
4,400
Median Age
46
Population Density
4 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
23.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$131,300
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$161,993
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
88.9%
College Graduates
49%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
26.8%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
64.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
47''
Average Winter Low Temperature
23°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
7''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
32
/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
58
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Nearby Neighborhoods
Thornwood
Residential area with large properties, great schools and community events
Pleasantville
A small town filled with sprawling estates and charming colonials
Valhalla
Small-town atmosphere, great schools, and nearby shopping and dining
Tarrytown
Vibrant, eclectic Hudson River village anchored by a charming, historic downtown
North White Plains
West Harrison commuter haven with lake access and shopping options
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