About the neighborhood

Edgemont offers residents a variety of convenient transit options, including nearby rail access and bus lines, making commuting straightforward. This community features a diverse selection of housing, from spacious lofts to homes with four or more bedrooms. Plenty of green spaces and nearby parks provide opportunities for outdoor time in nature. The neighborhood features an inviting mix of dining options along Hartsdale Avenue, as well as charming coffee shops for casual gatherings. Bicycle-friendly routes enhance mobility throughout the area. Local schools are easily accessible, contributing to the area’s well-rounded appeal for individuals seeking a welcoming neighborhood with ample amenities.

Characteristics

Transportation

This part of the Greater New York metropolitan area presents homeowners with several alternative modes of transportation. Traveling as a pedestrian is moderately feasible for property owners in Edgemont; running day-to-day errands is easy without needing a vehicle, and a fair number of businesses of different types can be found as well. Edgemont is also reasonably cycling-friendly. Residents can count on public transit to travel in this part of the Greater New York metropolitan area as a result of 2 train stations (for example, Hartsdale and Scarsdale) with access to the Harlem, and around 10 nearby bus lines. Cars are also a fairly good medium of transportation in Edgemont. Parking is easy.

Services

Locals will value the proximity to primary schools, which are within a short distance from the majority of properties for sale in Edgemont. In contrast, home buyers may consider it challenging to reach high schools without the need for a vehicle. Locals have the choice between public and private schools at both the elementary and secondary school level. Regarding food, it is frequently practical for house buyers in Edgemont to shop for their groceries as pedestrians. Furthermore, Edgemont is a fairly good place in which to go out to eat or go to a cafe, for example along Hartsdale Avenue. It is also a reasonably short pedestrian trip to a decent selection of clothing stores.

Character

Despite the somewhat busy feel, there are a lot of green spaces to enjoy in Edgemont. There are about 10 parks nearby for residents to discover, like Ridge Road Park, making it very easy to access them. Since there are few pedestrians, this community is relatively quiet; however those who are near the railway line may experience more noise.

Car friendly7.6

Good access to freeways and/or major arteries, with a low chance of parking problems

Cycling friendly5.2

Somewhat suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Pedestrian friendly6.0

Many pleasant streets and pedestrian-oriented shops within a short walk. Meeting daily needs on foot is often practical

Transit friendly6.0

Transit is available for most trips

Restaurants7.2

Wide variety of restaurants within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Groceries6.0

Variety of groceries within a short drive