Ardsley, New York

Located near the southernmost part of New York is the suburban village of Ardsley. Ardsley has a comfortable population of about 4500 and an easy commute to Manhattan. Its quiet atmosphere and excellent schools are tempting more and more families to look at area properties. A little upscale and very prosperous, Ardsley is a great place to put down roots or raise a family.

Local Living

Excellent school systems are the village's biggest draw. The three public and four private schools have a reputation for high test scores in every subject, good teachers and one of New York's best special education programs.

Ardsley's other temptation is its easy living atmosphere. A trip to Manhattan for work or shopping is a breezy thirty minute commute, and the village has an incredibly low crime rate. Its unemployment rate is also well below the national average, and the village is growing as more families trickle in for a piece of the good life.

Real Estate

Looking at Ardsley homes for sale, you will find a blend stunning new construction and smaller homes that are perfect for new families. The village has a median home price of $645,228, making it one of Westchester's more prosperous villages. Savvy home buyers can benefit from foreclosures on newer, larger homes to give their families more room to grow.

Properties in the area have a little something for everyone. New Colonials are mixed in with cottages, post-war ranches and even some modernist home designs. The mix of price ranges and home styles right next to one another blends the community, and local residents enjoy how easy it is to fit in.

Things to Do

Ardsley is nestled in the midst of New England woods with plenty of parks and recreation areas open to residents. There are five local parks and a nature trail that connects to the larger Bronx River Pathway system.

Ardsley residents enjoy a slew of local activities. Everything from local 5k runs to community garage sales are sponsored by the village annually, and there are many youth groups and athletic teams. The community center also sponsors talent shows, cookouts and band nights for area kids.

The village of Ardsley is a quiet, family-friendly haven away from the bustle of Manhattan. With an easy commute into the city, great schools and beautiful properties, you cannot go wrong looking at Ardsley homes for sale.

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See Also: Scarsdale, White Plains, Yonkers, Tuckahoe, Bronxville