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New Rochelle, NY
New Rochelle · Westchester County · NY 10801
Updated June 30, 2026 · Would You Live There?
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Verdict
$525K
Median Price
11/100
Walk Score
7.2/10
Schools
34 min
to Midtown Manhattan
Score Breakdown
DAffordability
45/100
D+Safety
55/100
B-Schools
72/100
CQuietness
60/100
B-Commute
70/100
FWalkability
11/100
WYLT Score52/100
Our Take
New Rochelle offers decent schools and a short train ride to Manhattan, but its high housing cost, almost zero walkability, and car‑dependent lifestyle make it a tough fit for most people. If you’re a family who values a good school and commute, you might consider it, but if you want a livable, low‑cost, walkable neighborhood, you’ll struggle here.
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The Good
- ✓Strong public school rating (avg 7.2/10), Short 34‑minute commute to Midtown Manhattan via train, Low flood risk (Flood Zone X), Median income (≈$80k) supports many housing options
Real Talk
- !High home price (median $525k) relative to median income pushes many out of market, Walkscore of 11 means almost everything requires a car, Transit score 10 indicates very limited options beyond the train, making daily errands difficult, Housing inventory is tight—buyers compete aggressively for available homes
- $Car insurance and maintenance costs can add 10–15% to monthly budget, Property taxes in Westchester are among the highest in the state, Many single‑family homes come with HOA fees ranging from $200–$400/month
Best For
Families seeking good schoolsCommuters to ManhattanHomebuyers looking for suburban feelRemote workers who can afford car ownership
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
New Rochelle, NY
D+
Safety grade
Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
5% higher than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Moderate19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
2% higher than the national average
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