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through its diversity, culture, and burgeoning arts scene, with events such as The Arts on Third Festival, one of the largest arts-and-entertainment festivals in the county. For foodies, Mount Vernon is ripe with ethnic eats, including popular favorites like Ripe Kitchen & Bar for Jamaican food and The Bayou, a classic Cajun joint.
Peekskill:
Artsy Along the River
A dynamic cultural area and a thriving artists’ enclave, Westchester’s northernmost city has adopted a
very Brooklyn-like vibe. Increasingly sophisticated, yet still affordable, Downtown Peekskill offers outstanding diversity, value, and river views. Residents and visitors alike enjoy the city’s carefully restored historic charm, a vibrant dining scene, public art installations and galleries, and eclectic shopping.
Peekskill’s rebirth dates back to
the early 1990s when planners began turning unused downtown properties
Peekskill
into live/work artist studios and galleries, actively wooing artists from New York City via tax incentives, grants, and loans. Today, this arts-heavy
bent can still be felt in new housing developments like Lofts on Main, where 50 of the 75 units are reserved for those involved in artistic or literary activities. High-end urban living is also available across Peekskill at complexes like GDC’s Fort Hill Apartments and Gateway Townhomes from BEX Realty.
Downtown residents have activities
VILLAGE LIFE
Those seeking a quieter vibe but still looking for a walkable downtown with plenty going on will fare well in Westchester’s villages. Three of the most popular are Bronxville, Mount Kisco, and Pleasantville
Bronxville:
Affluent and Affable
Bronxville is a picturesque, one- square-mile, English-style village along the Bronx River with a population of roughly 6,700. It’s home to a public high school system that is consistently ranked among the highest in Westchester. Sporting a vibrant restaurant scene, Bronxville keeps foodies content with dining options like Rosie’s Bistro Italiano, tredici SOCIAL, Il Bacio Trattoria, and Haiku Asian Bistro & Sushi Bar.
It’s easy to spend a relaxing afternoon shopping at the farmers’ market, browsing boutiques like The Silk Road, Silverspoon gift shop, or over-the-top candy store Candy Rox.
close at hand with Hudson Valley MOCA, the Paramount Hudson Valley Theater, and trendy restaurants
like Birdsall House and Gleason’s right along the main drag; the 40,000-square-foot waterfront entertainment mecca Spins Hudson nearby; world-class hotel, spa, and restaurant The Abbey Inn overlooking the Hudson River; and Riverfront Green Park with breathtaking views and sculptures at the edge of
the Hudson.
The village’s entertainment star is The Picture House, a cinema in Bronxville that’s part of a regional film center with a sister location in Pelham. Hiking along the Bronx River Pathway is also a favorite activity.
Housing is lovely, but pricey: Bronxville boasts the highest median home sale price in the county ($2.6M as of Q2 2023). A recent addition to the town’s housing stock is 100 Pondfield Road, an 11-unit luxury condominium located in the heart of downtown Bronxville.
Mount Kisco:
Northern Westchester’s Anchor
With a population just under 11,000 and occupying 3.1 square miles, Mount Kisco is perfect for strolling, with boutiques, myriad dining options, and plenty
of shopping in a downtown, urban- village setting. Residents go for all-day breakfast at Mount Kisco Diner; lunch on street food at Exit 4 Food Hall; and enjoy leisurely dinner at Tamarindo’s
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