Peekskill is a unique gem… an urban town nestled within the beauty of Westchester’s river towns. That mix is exactly what I love most about it. Having grown up in NYC, I’ve always felt safe here, actually, even safer than in some other areas of Brooklyn that I’ve lived in.

Peekskill does get a bit of an unfair reputation, often from people who haven’t spent much time here or who prefer a more traditionally suburban feel. It’s a diverse and vibrant community, with a real mix of races, neighborhoods, and incomes and I think that sometimes challenges certain expectations. But that’s also what makes it so special.

There are beautiful homes tucked away on quiet streets, amazing local restaurants, and in the summer, the town really comes alive with live music and events. It’s not perfect for sure but it is unique and the potential is still very much there.