Westchester County, NY relocation guide
Moving to Yonkers, NY
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About Yonkers
Yonkers is the third-largest city in New York State, bordering the Bronx to the south and the Hudson River to the west. Downtown and Getty Square sit at the riverfront; Central Avenue and the Cross County area form the eastern retail spine. The city mixes dense urban neighborhoods, historic enclaves, and newer waterfront development.
Home prices in Yonkers
Home prices in Yonkers vary by neighborhood and property type.
Top places in Yonkers
- Cross County Shopping Center — large open-air mall on Central Avenue
- Ridge Hill — outdoor shopping center in the southeast of the city
- Untermyer Park and Gardens — 43-acre historic public garden on the Hudson
- Hudson River Museum — museum overlooking the Hudson in Glenwood
- Empire City Casino by MGM Resorts — harness racing and casino at the Yonkers Raceway
- Saw Mill River daylighting — the "daylighted" Saw Mill River through downtown
- Getty Square — downtown district with shops and restaurants
Commuting from Yonkers
- Metro-North's Hudson Line from Yonkers station to Grand Central: roughly 25–35 minutes; Amtrak also stops at Yonkers. Driving into Manhattan: roughly 30–50 minutes depending on traffic.
Yonkers FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Yonkers, NY?
Home prices in Yonkers vary by neighborhood and property type. - How is the commute from Yonkers, NY?
Metro-North's Hudson Line from Yonkers station to Grand Central: roughly 25–35 minutes; Amtrak also stops at Yonkers. Driving into Manhattan: roughly 30–50 minutes depending on traffic.
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Official town resources. School report cards via the New York State Education Department.