Moving to Dobbs Ferry, NY

About Dobbs Ferry

A Hudson River village of roughly 11,000 residents with history dating to 1700s Dutch settlement. Dobbs Ferry blends historic character with a lively, walkable downtown: Main Street boutiques and restaurants, a college campus (Mercy University), and waterfront parks with sweeping Hudson and Palisades views. The village has its own Metro-North station, making it one of the most convenient Rivertowns for commuters.

Home prices in Dobbs Ferry

Home prices in Dobbs Ferry vary by neighborhood and property type.

Top places in Dobbs Ferry

• Main Street — restaurants, cafes, and independent shops downtown.
• Dobbs Ferry Waterfront Park — Hudson views, walking paths, boating access.
• Mercy University campus — public lectures, athletics, cultural events.
• Gould Park and Dobbs Ferry Memorial Park — ballfields, playgrounds, trails.
• Estherwood — the Gilded-Age mansion on The Masters School campus (exteriors).
• The Old Croton Aqueduct trail — runs through the village.

Commuting from Dobbs Ferry

• Metro-North Hudson Line; Dobbs Ferry station near the waterfront.
• Approximate trip to Grand Central: 35–45 minutes (approximate).
• Approximate drive to Midtown Manhattan: ~30–40 minutes (longer with traffic).

Schools in Dobbs Ferry

Public schools: Dobbs Ferry Union Free 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.

Dobbs Ferry FAQs

• What is the housing market like in Dobbs Ferry, NY?
  Home prices in Dobbs Ferry vary by neighborhood and property type.
• How is the commute from Dobbs Ferry, NY?
  Metro-North Hudson Line; Dobbs Ferry station near the waterfront.
• Which school district serves Dobbs Ferry, NY?
  Dobbs Ferry is served by Dobbs Ferry Union Free School District. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.

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