Hey folks, Born and raised here. The median home value here is around $478,000, which is pretty steep. Rent is about $1,730/month for a decent place. Average temperature is around 55°F, so expect cold winters. Median household income is $81,816, which feels pretty solid for the area. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The suburbs are where most families end up. Is this normal for Yonkers? I'd say it's better for families than young singles.
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hannah_runner
The food scene here is pretty good. Tons of great BBQ places. I love the pace of life here.
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Everly A.
accurate
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Hannah Wilson
I've been living here for 13 years and I'd say I have mixed feelings honestly. The public transit is solid compared to other places I've lived. Overall Definitely worth checking out..
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orlandolife2024
Bought a house here in 2017 and it's exactly what I was looking for. Property values have gone up significantly since then.
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Jonathan Cooper
Hot take but I have mixed feelings honestly. I know a lot of people disagree but after 14 years here, that's my honest assessment.
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Scarlett Patel
this is the way
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Aaron M.
Moved here last year, no regrets.
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Wayne P.
As someone who grew up here, I love the pace of life here. A lot has changed in the past few years though. cost of living used to be much stable but now it's hit or miss.
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Aaliyah Cook
interesting, hadn't considered that
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Eleanor G.
yeah no that's not right
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Lillian Johnson
spot on
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Andrew Myers
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem tough.
I've been here 3 years and it's exactly what I was looking for. The thing nobody mentions is traffic. It's developing and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the food scene is legit. And if you're into mountain biking, this place is challenging.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Midtown side vs the Highland side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
It's not for everyone but it works for us..
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Wesley Brooks
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. it exceeded my expectations. Internet is better than expected in most areas.
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Mason T.
thanks for sharing
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Audrey Phillips
Renting here right now, paying about /mo for a 3-bedroom. I genuinely enjoy living here. Compared to Boston it's hit or miss.
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Mia Lopez
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value housing market, you'll love it. The healthcare is genuinely tough and I've found it's improved dramatically in recent years. My neighborhood (Greenfield) is reasonable and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from Minneapolis, be prepared for the culture shock. dating scene is completely different here. And Not a lot of cultural diversity.
My advice would be to visit for at least a week before committing. Rent first, don't buy. And explore multiple neighborhoods - they're all different.
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Adeline Lewis
Public transit is underrated here. You'll probably need a car for most things. the quality of life is solid.
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Helen F.
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. it's exactly what I was looking for. Internet is surprisingly good in most areas.
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Kinsley Gomez
I've been living here for 11 years and I'd say I have mixed feelings honestly. The housing market is pretty good compared to other places I've lived. Overall Would recommend to anyone considering it..
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