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Suburban Crestwood, one hour from New York City
Seated beside the Bronx River and bordering Central Park Avenue in Yonkers is the small neighborhood of Crestwood, 24 miles from New York City. “It remains one of the most popular and stable Yonkers neighborhoods,” says Erin Lee, a local real estate agent with Keller Williams Realty. “Almost exclusively residential with a perfect suburban location and a short commute to New York.” While Crestwood is mainly residential, it's 10 minutes or less from shopping, dining and public transportation. “The biggest highlight is absolutely its close proximity to the city but not feeling like it,” says Lee.
Streets in the neighborhood of Crestwood are set up like a grid easy to navigate.
Crestwood is just off Central Park Avenue which is a haven for retail and dining.
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Commuters use Crestwood Train Station and Bronx River Parkway
The area's Crestwood Train Station is on the Metro-North Railroad, which takes residents to New York City in a little over an hour. The Bronx River Parkway leads to Manhattan in just under an hour and connects with the Cross Country Parkway. Some areas of Crestwood have sidewalks, but most residents drive to reach nearby amenities. The John F. Kennedy International Airport is 25 miles away, and the New York-Presbyterian Westchester hospital is 2 miles away.
Restored century-old homes in Crestwood
Most roadways are organized in a grid, with a few stray routes and cul-de-sacs interrupting the neat rows of homes. Most homes have a front and a back yard with room for lush trees and hedges. Some homes are separated from the street by sidewalks, while others have long pathways leading directly to the roadway. “It’s known for its classical and traditional architecture,” says Lee. “There are 100-year-old homes that have been beautifully restored.” Tudor, split-level, Colonial Revival, French-influenced and Dutch Colonial Revivals are common. Split-level, Dutch Colonial Revivals and Colonial Revivals range from $700,000 to $875,000. Homes in grander styles such as Tudor Revival, French Influenced and Colonial Revival with Italianate features range from $900,000 to over $1.6 million. “That particular area has gained some year-over-year growth,” says Lee. “With property value and outpaces other areas.” The CAP Index crime score for this area is 2 out of 10, below the national average of 4.
Enjoy long walkways to your front door in Crestwood.
Older homes in Crestwood are often refreshed and have modern amenities.
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Shopping and dining on Central Park Avenue and White Plains Road
Central Park Avenue and White Plains Road, less than 10 minutes away, are lined with strip malls and shopping centers. The Yonkers Gateway Center is next to the neighborhood and hosts a One Dollar Zone for discounted items and an Alamo Drafthouse Cinema serving cocktails and American cuisine. Within the neighborhood, Wicked Wolf North is an upscale restaurant with a modern menu in a stone colonial building. On the more casual side, Tuck’d Away Bar and Grill has American pub food in a contemporary rustic setting. Groceries are available at Country Markets of Westchester on White Plains Road and ShopRite on Central Park Avenue.
Enjoy authentic Thai food at Siam Thai in Crestwood.
Tuck'd Away Bar and Grill in Crestwood is a local favorite for their chicken wings and neighborly atmosphere.
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School choice for students in Yonkers
“Yonkers is unique in that the entire city of Yonkers doesn’t have zoned schooling,” says Lee. “You fill out an application and put your three choices, and you get to go to any school within Yonkers that accepts you.” The Yonkers Public Schools receives a B from Niche. Children may attend Kahlil Gibran School, which receives a B-minus for prekindergarten through eighth grade. Students may advance to Roosevelt High School Early College Studies, which receives a B, and the school aims for students to accrue 24 college credits upon graduation. “Many people who live in Crestwood send their kids to Catholic school,” says Susan Hawkins, a Westchester County associate broker with Julia B Fee Sotheby’s International Realty. Private school alternatives are Annunciation School, which is unrated, for prekindergarten through eighth grade and Sacred Heart High School, which receives a B-plus.
Annunciation School in Crestwood is a private school teaching grades pre-k through 8th.
Roosevelt High School is a public school in Crestwood with famous alumni like Steven Tyler from Aerosmith and Mary J. Blige.
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Programs for all ages at Yonkers Public Library
Bikers use the Bronx River Pathway, which runs parallel to the Bronx River for over 19 miles. The path is surrounded by greenery and borders the Crestwood area. The pathway gives walkers and bikers access to nearby green spaces such as Malcolm Wilson County Park and the Parkway Oval Park. Both parks have open green spaces with natural scenery beside the Bronx River. The Oval Park has a colorful, fenced-in playground beside several sports fields, including a soccer field and hard-top basketball courts. For indoor recreation, the Crestwood Branch of the Yonkers Public Library has events year-round for all ages, including Sunday Storytimes, Senior talks on Thursdays and a LEGO club.
Yonkers Public Library is one of two libraries available in Crestwood.
Malcolm Wilson Park is perfect year round for relaxing and enjoying the day in Crestwood.
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St. Patrick's Day parade a staple since 1956
The Yonkers Saint Patrick’s Day Parade on McLean Avenue has been a staple in the community since 1956 and features a marching band wearing traditional kilts and playing the bagpipes. “In general, it’s more intimate, local events,” says Lee. “In areas where there’s sidewalks, people still have block parties and regular neighborhood get-togethers.” Religious services are held at Annunciation Church, Islamic Community Center of Mid Westchester, Asbury Crestwood United Methodist Church and others within and around the area.
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Parks in this Area
Malcolm Wilson Park
Parkway Oval
Eastchester Memorial Park
Sagamore Road Playground
Rory O'Moore Park
Garth Road Park
Transit
Airport
Westchester County
25 min drive
Bus
Central Park Ave & E Fort Hill Rd
Bus
Tuckahoe Rd & Parkview Ave
Bus
Central Park Ave & Crisfield St
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Crestwood
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
1
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
1
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
2
4
Larceny
2
4
Crime Score
2
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Crestwood, Yonkers sell after 46 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Crestwood, Yonkers over the last 12 months is $915,807, up 10% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
4,071
Median Age
48
Population Density
8 ppl/acre
Population under 18
20.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
24.7%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$178,074
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$190,567
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
98.2%
College Graduates
69.2%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
32.3%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
64.2%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
45''
Average Winter Low Temperature
29°F
Average Summer High Temperature
86°F
Annual Snowfall
3''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
48/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
51/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
47/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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