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Brewster, NY
Brewster · NY 10509
Updated June 19, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Good for now
Verdict
$420K
Median Price
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Walk Score
7/10
Schools
83 min
to Midtown Manhattan, NY
Score Breakdown
CAffordability
63/100
ASafety
92/100
B-Schools
70/100
AQuietness
90/100
FCommute
35/100
FWalkability
0/100
WYLT Score58/100
Our Take
Brewster is a typical suburban town on the outskirts of New York City. It offers a quiet, family-friendly atmosphere with easy access to parks and nature reserves. However, housing options are quite limited, and residents may need to commute to work or other cities for amenities and activities.
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The Good
- ✓Close proximity to nature reserves and parks
- ✓Quiet and family-friendly atmosphere
- ✓Easy access to nearby cities for shopping and entertainment
- ✓Limited commute time due to relatively close proximity to NYC
Real Talk
- !Limited housing options, including older homes and fewer apartments
- !Limited job opportunities within Brewster itself
- !Residents may need to travel to nearby cities for amenities and services
- !Winter weather can be quite cold and snowy, typical of the Northeast
- $Home maintenance costs can be relatively high for older homes
- $Property taxes are slightly above the national average
- $Limited shopping and dining options within the town
Best For
Families with young children seeking a quiet, suburban lifestyleFirst-time homebuyers or retirees looking for a peaceful retreatOutdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers seeking easy access to parks and reserves
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeLow
Property crimeLow
Air qualityGood
Price volatilityLow
Crime & Safety
Brewster, NY
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Safety grade
Safety score92 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Low1.6incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
57% safer than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Low9.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
50% safer than the national average
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