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Ardsley, NY vs Fresh Meadows, NY
Ardsley, NY vs Fresh Meadows, NY: What the data shows
Ardsley, NY is in Ardsley, NY while Fresh Meadows, NY is in Fresh Meadows, NY — both in the same state. On home prices, Fresh Meadows, NY is the more affordable option at $885,800 median — $64,200 less than Ardsley, NY's $950,000. WYLT rates Ardsley, NY as “Good for now” — a solid choice worth serious consideration — and Fresh Meadows, NY as “Settle here” — an excellent place to put down roots.
Ardsley, NY has the stronger safety profile of the two. Ardsley, NY has Low violent crime and Moderate property crime. Fresh Meadows, NY has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. On environmental risk, Ardsley, NY has Low flood risk and Fresh Meadows, NY has Low flood risk.
Fresh Meadows, NY is the more walkable neighborhood. Ardsley, NY scores 33/100 (mostly car-dependent) versus Fresh Meadows, NY's 71/100 (very walkable). For families weighing school quality, Fresh Meadows, NY has the higher school rating — Ardsley, NY rates 7.1/10 and Fresh Meadows, NY rates 7.3/10.
| Category | Ardsley, NY | Fresh Meadows, NY |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| Verdict | Good for now | Settle here |
| Median Price | $950K | $886K ✓ Lower price |
| Median Rent | $4K | $2K ✓ Lower rent |
| Median Income | $115K ✓ Higher income | $83K |
| Price Volatility | Moderate | Moderate |
| Getting Around | ||
| Walk Score | 33/100 | 71/100 ✓ More walkable |
| Transit Score | 2/100 | 48/100 ✓ Better transit |
| Bike Score | 1/100 ✓ More bikeable | N/A |
| Commute | 36 min | 20 min ✓ Shorter commute |
| Safety & Environment | ||
| Safety Grade | B ✓ Safer | D+ |
| Violent Crime | Low ✓ Lower risk | Moderate |
| Property Crime | Moderate | Moderate |
| Flood Risk | Low | Low |
| Air Quality | Good | Good |
| Community | ||
| Schools | 7.1/10 | 7.3/10 ✓ Better schools |
| Best for | Families with school-aged kidsNYC commuters looking for a quiet suburbRemote workers who value a calm environment | FamiliesCommutersDiverse Community |
Bottom line
Both neighborhoods have distinct trade-offs — review the data above to find your best fit.
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