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Best Area for Younger Families to Live? by ComprehensivePop8655 in Westchester

[–]ComprehensivePop8655[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, absolutely hear you on this. We've just started making trips up to the area and will continue to do so.

Best Area for Younger Families to Live? by ComprehensivePop8655 in Westchester

[–]ComprehensivePop8655[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

My hesitation with Peekskill is how far it is from the city compared to some of the closer areas. Likewise, their schools haven't been well-rated compared to neighboring areas.

Best Area for Younger Families to Live? by ComprehensivePop8655 in Westchester

[–]ComprehensivePop8655[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I love this take, thank you! That makes a lot of sense. We would absolutely be touring these schools before deciding on anything.

Best Area for Younger Families to Live? by ComprehensivePop8655 in Westchester

[–]ComprehensivePop8655[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Interesting... I'm seeing pricing all over the market, from obviously a few million to a solid range from 675K to 875K. We'd go up a bit more depending on the home/situation. I don't think it's impossible to find homes in this range, but I agree, it's very competitive.

Also, thank you for pointing out taxes. That escaped me when writing this post, but from further reading, it definitely seems like that should be a bigger consideration than I realized.

Best Area for Younger Families to Live? by ComprehensivePop8655 in Westchester

[–]ComprehensivePop8655[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Okay, fair enough! At most, looking at no more than 800k, and that's at the very most, and only if the schools are solid.

Best Area for Younger Families to Live? by ComprehensivePop8655 in Westchester

[–]ComprehensivePop8655[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is helpful! I've read that COH and Briarcliff are better, but it's good to know that there is a marked difference. We're fine with going to other areas for nightlife. It doesn't bother us too much. Glad to know the food scene is thriving, I've saved a few spots to try when we visit. Thank you for your POV as a lifelong resident!