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$607,500Median listing price
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About Monroe
The Village of Monroe is the historic downtown core within the Town of Monroe, with a walkable center around Mill Pond. Housing is village colonials, capes, and newer townhomes near the center.
Home prices in Monroe
The median listing price in Monroe is $607,500.
Top places in Monroe
- Mill Pond and Mill Pond Park — the village's scenic centerpiece.
- Downtown Monroe — Lake Street shops and restaurants.
- Museum Village (nearby in the town) — living-history museum.
- Harriman station (nearby) — Port Jervis Line access.
- Village farmers market (seasonal).
Commuting from Monroe
- No in-village rail station; Harriman station on the Port Jervis Line is about 5–10 minutes away.
- Typical weekday rail trip to Hoboken from Harriman: approximately 1 hour 20 minutes (approximate).
- Approximate drive to Midtown Manhattan: ~60 minutes (NY-17/I-87; longer with traffic).
Schools in Monroe
Public schools: Monroe-Woodbury Central School District. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.
Monroe FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Monroe, NY?
The median listing price in Monroe is $607,500. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 24, 2026 - How is the commute from Monroe, NY?
No in-village rail station; Harriman station on the Port Jervis Line is about 5–10 minutes away. - Which school district serves Monroe, NY?
Monroe is served by Monroe-Woodbury Central School District. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
Town links
Schools
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Official town resources. School report cards via the New York State Education Department.