1. Considering Moving to
Westchester? Consider
Yourself Lucky.
JANUARY 26, 2015 / LEAVE A COMMENT / EDIT
WHEN PEOPLE THINK OF NEW YORK, their minds immediately turn to ‘The
Big Apple’ (a.k.a., New York City. But the State of New York is quite a bit more than
just this busy, densely populated, popular tourist area. We’ve all heard that if you can
make it there, you can make it anywhere–so why not make it to a place located just
outside of the hustle and bustle of New York City? I’m referring to the suburbs that
make up Westchester County, New York.
Located in the scenic Hudson Valley region, Westchester County occupies
approximately 450 square miles and possesses just under 100,000 residents.
Established in 1683, the county gets its name from the city of Chester, England. Due
mostly to the upper-middle class development of communities during the late 19th
century, following quick population growth, Westchester became the first suburban
area of its scale in the entire world to develop!
2. Why Westchester?
I KNOW YOU’RE ASKING YOURSELF, what could be more exciting than New
York City? Westchester County’s various towns act as a popular suburb bordering
‘The Big Apple’, as well as playing the role of gateway to the Hudson River Valley. If
you’re a fan of New York City, but don’t find yourself wishing to live in the dense
city atmosphere, there’s no better place to live than Westchester. It’s a short train ride
away, and if you’re traveling by car, it’s only an hour or less away! Unless you’re
actually living in the city itself, the train from Westchester to New York City is the
easiest commute you’ll find. For more on the train commute, you should check
outTheWestchesterView.com‘s blog on the Metro-North commute to the city.
Westchester does not only give you easy-access to the city, but to the Hudson River
Valley as well. This area provides an enormous variety of outdoor activities and
scenic views. To see more on the Hudson Valley, check out HudsonValley.org.
5. Westchester also contains a rich history, so if you’re a history buff, or are simply
interested in learning about the history in the area, there are tons of historical sites and
museums to check out and even take the whole family to!
Lyndhurst–Home of Jay Gould in Tarrytown
Whether you’re interested in Westchester County’s very own ghost story, The Legend
of Sleepy Hollow, the magnificent home of Rockefeller, or the two-acre cemetery for
nearly all the village of Ossining’s early settlers and 119 known veterans from the
Revolutionary War through World War II, there are tons of historical sites, exhibits,
and museums to visit! To see a list of such historical attractions, take a look at this list
compiled by the New York Times.
6. Tarrytown Light House
THROUGHOUT WESTCHESTER ALSO THRIVES TONS OF
AMAZING restaurants and dining experiences, lots of unique shopping, one-of-a-kind
entertainment, and even chock-full of culture and the arts! It is no wonder many celebrities
choose Westchester County as their home away from Hollywood. In fact, more than
fifty famous actors, writers, musicians, politicians, and TV personalities all call
Westchester their home. From the Clintons, to Martha Stewart, and from Michael
Douglass, to Steven Tyler–Westchester’s suburban feel, close proximity to the city,
and vast entertainment and unique experiences all draw these stars to the area, creating a
8. Need more proof of greatness? Many of Westchester County’s cities and towns were
rated as the ‘10 Best Places to Live In New York‘ by a real estate blog. In addition, 13 of
Westchester’s 48 municipalities were listed among the ‘50 Safest Cities in New York‘
according to Safewise.com–the authority on safety and home security news.
WHETHER YOU’RE SINGLE, A COUPLE, A FAMILY, YOUNG OR
OLD, this county provides a great lifestyle for everyone, all located in a beautiful
scenic region. Moving to Westchester County is truly a smart move! When it comes
to the education provided in Westchester County, outstanding educational institutions
are far from scarce. From public to private schools, Westchester is nationally
recognized for its surplus of impressive and awarded schools which rank high not
only within the county, but within the country! Hers’s a list of Westchester’s finest
schools of 2013. Several districts have been deemed by the NYS Department of
Education as schools of excellence and possess many extra-curricular and enrichment
programs which students can take full advantage of.
Caramoor’s Summer Music Festival
10. MOVE OVER BIG APPLE–say hello to New York’s Golden Apple. Saturated
with activity, entertainment, arts and culture, delectable dining, world-class shopping, and
history, making a move to Westchester County is a no-brainer.Wish to whisk yourself
away to this breath-taking treasure of the Hudson valley? As long as you’re making
smart decisions here, you might as well check out all the available real-estate by
visiting Daniel Baum & Co.‘s website–these guys are the go-to if you’re interested in
relocating to Westchester. They also have even more information on the county, as
well as a Facebook page you can check out for more cool stuff!
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