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!

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.

Mid Hudson Bridge–Hudson Valley

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.

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 little piece of

Hollywood on the East Coast. 

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

Caramoor Center for Music & the Arts

Westchester Broadway Theater

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!

White Plains

Go Ahead–Be Whisked Away.