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Edited by The Westchester Local - last reviewed June 3, 2026
Pragmatic, school-driven suburb where you get more house and more value than Bronxville or Scarsdale for a fraction of the prestige premium — but only if you verify the exact parcel details.
An established central-county town where parcel-level details rule: Lake Isle Country Club's golf-and-pool lifestyle, the dense Garth Road co-op corridor near Scarsdale station, Chester Heights value plays, and the Bronxville-postmark-but-not-Bronxville-schools puzzle make Eastchester one of Westchester's most address-sensitive markets.
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| Town | Median Price Signal | Commute Signal | School Lens | Buyer Read |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eastchester | about $990K | 35–40 min by Metro-North Harlem Line | 8/10 | Pragmatic, school-driven suburb where you get more house and more value than Bronxville or Scarsdale for a fraction of the prestige premium — but only... |
| Tuckahoe | about $850K | 35–45 min express to GCT via Metro-North Harlem Line (Tuckahoe & Crestwood stations) | 7/10 [GreatSchools](https://www.greatschools.org/) — Tuckahoe High School; Tuckahoe UFSD [Niche](https://www.niche.com/) A district | Small-village walkability, serious dining, and real station access at a price that rewards buyers who verify their parcel. |
| Scarsdale | about $1.8M | 32–36 min express by Metro-North Harlem Line | 10/10 | A polished, school-obsessed enclave where success is measured in SAT scores, curb appeal, and proximity to the station. |
Eastchester is an established central-county town where the exact hamlet identity, school district boundary, and property type matter more than the town name. The town spans several distinct micro-areas: the Lake Isle Country Club zone with its premium detached homes, the dense Garth Road co-op corridor near the Scarsdale station, the quiet Chester Heights quadrant, the practical central residential grid, the Bronxville-adjacent streets that share a 10708 mailing address but not the Bronxville school district or village services, and the Tuckahoe/Crestwood border zone with its own station-access dynamics.
Eastchester Union Free School District (UFSD) — ranked #54 of 596 districts in New York by Niche 2026 with a grade of A — is the primary draw, serving roughly 2,933 students across five schools with a 10:1 student-teacher ratio. But the Town of Eastchester also contains parcels assigned to Tuckahoe UFSD and Bronxville UFSD. The mailing address is not the district. The listing description is not the district. The tax bill is.
The buyer lens must be forensic: confirm the exact municipality, school district on the tax bill, commute station and parking eligibility, flood-zone status, and property-specific condition before treating any Eastchester average as decision-ready. In this market, the parcel often matters more than the town name.
The most prestigious slice of unincorporated Eastchester, anchored by the town-owned Lake Isle Country Club (116+ acres, 18-hole golf course, Har-Tru tennis courts, Olympic-size pool complex with lap and recreational swimming, clubhouse dining). Expanded colonials, mid-century ranches, split-levels, and substantially renovated or custom homes on larger, tree-lined lots off California Road, Mill Road, Stewart Place, and Lakeshore Drive. Recent comps on Lakeshore Drive include Lakeshore Drive ($2.4M, sold Nov 2025, 5bd/6ba/3,889 sqft) and Lakeshore Drive ($1.89M, sold recently). Price tier: $900K–$2.5M+. Buyer profile: established families (often with school-age children) who want recreation access, an established residential feel, and walk/bike proximity to the Eastchester Middle/High School campus on White Plains Road. Tradeoffs: Lake Isle club membership fees and waitlists for certain tiers (golf, tennis, pool), drainage and slope issues on some streets, traffic on White Plains Road frontage, and the question of whether a house is priced for actual condition or the Lake Isle halo. The sweet spot for turnkey 3–4 bedroom colonials is $1.0M–$1.5M.
A dense prewar and postwar co-op corridor along Garth Road near the Scarsdale border, with walk-to-platform access to the Scarsdale Harlem Line station. Primarily studio, 1BR, and 2BR units in elevator and walk-up buildings. Price tier: studios/1BR from ~$150K; 2BR units $200K–$400K+. Buyer profile: first-time buyers, downsizers, and commuters wanting walk-to-train access at a fraction of detached pricing — often 40–60% less per square foot than equivalent square footage in a detached home. Key diligence: monthly maintenance fees (typically $800–about $0K/month), building reserve health, pending assessments, board approval process, financing restrictions (some buildings require 20%+ down, some are cash-only), sublet policies, pet rules, parking waitlists, and elevator status. Recent comp: Manchester Road #1 sold for about $530K (that year). This is a distinct sub-market requiring building-level financial underwriting — treat each building as its own micro-market.
Southeastern quadrant near New Rochelle and Mount Vernon borders with a quieter, more removed feel. Detached colonials, capes, ranches on varied lots. Price tier: $550K–$850K. Buyer profile: buyers wanting more house per dollar with Eastchester UFSD access — the value play within the district. This is often where first-time Eastchester buyers land when the Lake Isle area is out of budget. Tradeoffs: more car-dependent, longer school bus routes, fewer walkable amenities, some lower-lying streets with drainage or flood-map concerns. Verify flood maps and drainage on any lower-lying parcel. Recent activity shows renovated capes trading in the mid-$600Ks.
The practical heart of Eastchester around White Plains Road, Route 22, Town Hall, and the middle/high school campus. 1950s–1970s colonials, capes, ranches, split-levels, raised ranches. Price tier: $650K–$950K. Buyer profile: school-first families wanting everyday convenience and proximity to schools, recreation, and errands without the Lake Isle premium. Not walkable in the village sense — you drive to everything — but centrally located. Condition is the main price differentiator block to block. A renovated 3BR colonial on a quiet interior street can push into the low-$900Ks; a dated cape on a busier road may sit in the mid-$600Ks. The market is bifurcated: turnkey moves in 7–21 days; fixers sit 45–90+ days.
Streets near the Bronxville border — Manor Lane, Paddington Road, roads off Pondfield Road West — with older colonials, Tudors, capes, and some attached/multifamily options. Price tier: $700K–$1.2M. Buyer profile: buyers wanting Bronxville proximity and station access without Bronxville Village taxes (which can be 30–50% higher on a comparable assessed value) or Bronxville UFSD pricing (where detached homes typically start above $1.5M). The Bronxville-adjacent Eastchester pocket offers a $300K–$800K discount versus comparable Bronxville Village homes. CRITICAL WARNING: A Bronxville mailing address (10708) or "Bronxville Manor" label does NOT determine school district or village services. Many 10708-addressed properties in this pocket are in the Town of Eastchester with Eastchester UFSD — not the Village of Bronxville with Bronxville UFSD. The tax bill is the only reliable document. Do not trust the listing description, the ZIP code, or the neighborhood branding.
Northern and western streets near the Tuckahoe village line with Crestwood and Tuckahoe Harlem Line station access. Capes, colonials, smaller ranches. Price tier: $550K–$850K. Buyer profile: commuters wanting station proximity and Tuckahoe village restaurant/retail access (Zero Otto Nove, The Tap House, etc.) at Eastchester pricing. CRITICAL: Confirm whether the parcel is unincorporated Eastchester or Village of Tuckahoe, which school district applies, and what parking permit category the address qualifies for. Some streets literally straddle the boundary — one side Eastchester, the other Tuckahoe — with different tax bills, different school districts, and different commuter parking eligibility.
Verify neighborhood names, boundaries, and property-specific assumptions before making a purchase decision. The above micro-areas are analytical categories based on buyer behavior, not official municipal designations.
Period: Late Spring 2026 (April–May 2026 data from public portals)
| Metric | Value | Source | Date | |--------|-------|--------|------| | Zillow 10709 Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | about $990K | Zillow | that year | | Zillow 10709 YoY Change | +8.3% | Zillow | that year | | Redfin Eastchester Median Sale Price | $511K | Redfin city-level (22483) | Mar 2026 | | Redfin Eastchester YoY Change | +46.0% | Redfin | Mar 2026 | | Redfin Eastchester Median DOM | 26 days | Redfin | Mar 2026 | | Redfin 10709 ZIP Median Sale Price | $608K | Redfin ZIP-level | Mar 2026 | | Redfin 10709 YoY Change | −33.2% | Redfin (composition-distorted) | Mar 2026 | | Redfin 10709 Median DOM | 24 days | Redfin | Mar 2026 | | Realtor.com Median Listing Price | about $880K | Realtor.com | May 2026 | | Realtor.com Active Listings | ~45 | Realtor.com | May 2026 | | Zillow Active Listings (10709) | ~25–35 | Zillow | May 2026 | | Ownwell Effective Tax Rate | ~1.71% | Ownwell | 2026 |
The single most important analytical point about Eastchester market data: every public median is a blend of co-ops, condos, and detached single-family homes that trade in entirely different price bands. The Redfin city-level median of $511K is heavily influenced by Garth Road co-op closings (studios and 1BRs from ~$150K, 2BRs $200K–$400K). The Zillow 10709 ZHVI of about $990K reflects the "typical home" in the 35th–65th percentile — which filters out the extreme low end (distressed co-ops) and extreme high end (Lakeshore Drive estates). The Realtor.com median list of about $880K reflects the mid-market asking price.
What this means for buyers: No single number tells the story. Segment by property type and micro-location, not by town-wide average.
| Segment | Price Range | Typical DOM (Turnkey) | Sale-to-List | Competition | |---------|-------------|----------------------|--------------|-------------| | Garth Road Co-ops (Studio/1BR) | $150K–$250K | 30–60 days | 90–98% | Moderate | | Garth Road Co-ops (2BR) | $200K–$400K | 21–45 days | 95–100% | Moderate-Strong | | Entry Detached (Chester Heights, Tuckahoe Border) | $550K–$700K | 14–28 days (turnkey); 45–90+ (fixer) | 95–102% (turnkey); 90–95% (fixer) | Strong (turnkey) | | Family Core Detached (Central Grid) | $650K–$950K | 7–21 days (turnkey); 30–60 (fixer) | 98–105% (turnkey) | Very Strong | | Bronxville-Adjacent Detached | $700K–$1.2M | 10–21 days | 98–105% | Very Strong | | Lake Isle Premium Detached | $900K–$1.5M | 7–21 days | 98–105% | Very Strong | | Lake Isle Estate | $1.5M–$2.5M+ | 14–45 days | 95–100% | Strong (small buyer pool) |
Eastchester's market is segmented, school-driven, and verification-sensitive. The structural pattern is clear: renovated, correctly priced Eastchester UFSD detached homes in strong micro-areas (Lake Isle, quiet interior central-grid streets, Bronxville-adjacent pockets) attract multiple offers and move in under 21 days. The Garth Road co-op sub-market provides genuine entry and downsizer value but requires building-level financial underwriting. Entry-level detached ($550K–$700K) in Chester Heights and Tuckahoe-border areas offers the best relative value in the district — but condition issues and location compromises are the norm at that price point.
The market rewards: verified Eastchester UFSD assignment, clean permits, dry basements, modern mechanicals, updated kitchens/baths, and realistic pricing. It penalizes: district ambiguity, deferred maintenance, flood-zone or drainage issues, busy-road frontage, and overpriced listings that ignore condition. The most common buyer mistake is treating Eastchester as a uniform market. It is not. Segment by (1) property type (detached vs. co-op/condo), (2) school district (verified on tax bill), (3) micro-location (Lake Isle, central grid, Chester Heights, Garth Road, Bronxville-adjacent, Tuckahoe border), and (4) condition/renovation status.
Buyer leverage points: Fixer-uppers in good micro-locations (central grid, Chester Heights) where sellers haven't priced in the renovation cost. Co-ops in buildings with strong financials but slower marketing. Properties with ambiguous district labeling where the seller hasn't done the verification work — but only if the buyer does.
Sources: Zillow 10709 Home Values (that year), Redfin Eastchester Housing Market (Mar 2026), Realtor.com Eastchester (May 2026), Ownwell. Data reflects most recent available public portal snapshots. Verify current conditions with a licensed professional.
Eastchester UFSD serves the majority of the Town of Eastchester and is the primary reason families choose this town. Niche 2026 ranks it #54 of 596 school districts in New York with a grade of A. The district serves approximately 2,933 students across five schools with a 10:1 student-teacher ratio. State test scores: 85% of students proficient in math, 73% in reading.
The district follows a strict linear feeder pattern with zoned elementary assignment:
| School | Grades | Niche Rating | GreatSchools | Key Stats | |--------|--------|-------------|--------------|-----------| | Waverly School | K–1 | — | 8/10 | ~400 students, ~12:1 ratio | | Anne Hutchinson School | 2–5 | — | 8/10 | ~450 students, ~12:1 ratio (Zone A) | | Greenvale School | 2–5 | — | 8/10 | ~450 students, ~12:1 ratio (Zone B) | | Eastchester Middle School | 6–8 | A− | 8/10 | ~700 students, ~11:1 ratio | | Eastchester High School | 9–12 | A | 8/10 | ~1,000 students, 94% grad rate, GPA 3.51 |
Eastchester High School is the capstone: Niche grade A, GreatSchools 8/10, 94% graduation rate, average GPA 3.51. The school offers 15+ AP courses, strong athletics (Section 1 Class A), and a performing arts program. SAT scores cluster in the ~1200–1280 range. College placement is solid: SUNY system, private Northeast colleges, and a meaningful share of competitive-admission schools.
Elementary Zoning: After Waverly School (K–1), students split by geographic zone. Anne Hutchinson School serves one zone; Greenvale School serves the other. Zone boundaries are strict and should be confirmed with the district registrar. The zones are roughly comparable in quality, but families often have strong preferences — verify before buying.
The Town of Eastchester contains parcels in three different school districts:
Verification protocol: (1) Check the current property tax bill for the school district line item. (2) Call the district registrar directly with the street address. (3) Search the Westchester County GIS parcel viewer for school district overlay. (4) Never rely on ZIP code, mailing address, listing description, or neighborhood branding. A "Bronxville Manor" or "Bronxville P.O." label is marketing, not district assignment.
Several private and parochial schools serve Eastchester families within a 15–25 minute drive:
Sources: Niche 2026 Eastchester UFSD rankings, GreatSchools, Homes.com Eastchester HS profile, NYSED data, district website (eufsdk12.org). Verify boundaries and assignments directly with the district.
Eastchester residents use multiple Harlem Line stations depending on address, parking eligibility, and preference. There is no single "Eastchester station" — the town's geography gives residents access to a network of stations, but parking permit rules vary by municipality and station.
| Station | Line | Express to GCT | Off-Peak | Parking | Waitlist | |---------|------|---------------|----------|---------|----------| | Crestwood | Harlem | ~35–38 min | ~40–45 min | ~300 spaces (Tuckahoe permit) | Generally available; verify | | Tuckahoe | Harlem | ~33–36 min | ~38–42 min | ~250 spaces (Village permit) | May have waitlist; verify | | Scarsdale | Harlem | ~32–35 min | ~38–42 min | ~1,200 spaces (Village permit) | 1–3+ year waitlist for permits | | Bronxville | Harlem | ~30–33 min | ~35–40 min | ~600 spaces (Village permit) | 1–3+ year waitlist | | Fleetwood | Harlem | ~28–32 min | ~35–40 min | ~300 spaces (Mount Vernon permit) | Generally available |
| Starting Point | Station | Door-to-Desk (Midtown East) | |---------------|---------|---------------------------| | Lake Isle Area → Crestwood | Crestwood (5 min drive) | 50–65 min | | Central Grid → Tuckahoe | Tuckahoe (5–7 min drive) | 50–65 min | | Garth Road → Scarsdale | Scarsdale (walk, 5–10 min) | 45–60 min | | Bronxville-Adjacent → Bronxville | Bronxville (5 min drive or walk) | 45–60 min | | Chester Heights → Fleetwood | Fleetwood (10 min drive) | 55–70 min |
Key commute realities:
Parking costs: Station parking permits range from ~$400–$600/year for resident permits to $5–$8/day for daily metered parking. Non-resident rates are higher. Some stations have municipal waiting list fees. LAZ Parking manages several Harlem Line lots.
Driving alternative: I-87 (NYS Thruway) / Bronx River Parkway / Hutchinson River Parkway to Manhattan. Off-peak: 35–50 minutes. Peak rush hour: 55–90+ minutes depending on exact destination, time, and whether there's a Yankee Stadium game. Many Eastchester residents hybrid-commute: train 3–4 days/week, drive 1–2 days.
Note: March 2026 MTA schedule updates may have adjusted express/local patterns. Verify current timetables at mta.info. Parking rules are municipality-specific and subject to change. Confirm with the relevant village or town clerk.
Total Town Parks: 14 distributed across the town
Lake Isle Country Club (116+ acres, White Plains Road): Town-owned and operated — Eastchester's defining recreation asset. 18-hole golf course, Har-Tru tennis courts, large outdoor pool complex with lap and recreational swimming, clubhouse with dining and seasonal social programming. Membership is town-resident-based with different categories for golf, tennis, and pool. Seasonal fees apply. Waitlists may exist for certain membership tiers. A defining lifestyle anchor for Eastchester families. Verify current membership categories, fees, and guest policies directly with Lake Isle Country Club (914-961-3453, lakeislecountryclub.com).
Twin Lakes Park (California Road): Scenic dual-lake park near the Eastchester-Scarsdale border. Walking paths around both lakes, fishing access, benches, playground, open lawns, and wooded shoreline. Free and open to the public year-round. Lakes freeze for ice skating in winter when conditions permit. The most serene and nature-oriented green space in town.
Haindl Recreation Park (White Plains Road): Major multi-use athletic complex with artificial turf field, stadium lighting, bleachers, field house, restrooms, and recreation-room space. Hosts football, soccer, lacrosse, baseball, and softball at youth and adult levels. Hub for Eastchester youth sports leagues, summer camps, and school athletics. Essential for families with school-age athletes.
| Park | Key Features | Best For | |------|-------------|----------| | Leewood Park | Tennis courts, basketball, baseball/softball, playground | Central-grid families, after-school recreation | | Chester Heights Park | Playground, ballfield, open green space | Chester Heights neighborhood families | | Cooper Field | Baseball, softball, youth sports | Youth sports programming | | Dunwoodie Park | Playground, green space | Surrounding residential streets | | Joyce Road Park | Playground, basketball court, green space | Joyce Road area families | | Labriola Park | Playground, basketball court, open lawn | Local neighborhood use | | Garth Road Park | Playground, bench seating | Garth Road co-op residents (critical green space for multifamily corridor) | | Memorial Park / Rescigno Park / Oakridge Park / Town Hall Park / Wilmont Park | Memorials, plantings, benches, mini green spaces | Everyday neighborhood access, civic identity |
Bronx River Parkway Reservation / Bronx River Pathway (county-managed, along western edge): Paved Bronx River Pathway for running, cycling, and walking, connecting north to White Plains and south to Bronxville. Car-free corridor along the Bronx River. Access points near Garth Road. Note: Buyers near the parkway should review noise exposure and flood-zone status.
Parkway Oval and Main Street Playground (Tuckahoe border area): Athletic field and playground heavily used for youth sports. Verify current ownership, maintenance, and access rules with Town of Eastchester or Village of Tuckahoe.
Eastchester Recreation Department: Year-round programming including summer day camps, youth sports leagues (football, soccer, lacrosse, baseball, softball, basketball), adult fitness classes, senior activities and transportation, and seasonal community events (Easter egg hunt, holiday tree lighting, summer concerts). The recreation calendar is central to Eastchester's social fabric.
Eastchester's dining scene is practical rather than destination-driven, anchored by a handful of beloved local institutions supplemented by the richer restaurant corridors of adjacent Tuckahoe, Bronxville, and Scarsdale — all within a 5–10 minute drive.
| Restaurant | Cuisine | Rating | Price | Notes | |-----------|---------|--------|-------|-------| | Polpettina | pasta/Pizzeria | 3.9★ (TripAdvisor, #6 of 22), 4.1★ (Restaurant Guru, 1,583 reviews) | $$–$$$ | Fisher Ave. Locally sourced pasta, known for meatballs, wood-fired pizza, craft cocktails. The town's signature restaurant. | | Carlo's Restaurant | pasta/Pizzeria | 4.3★ | $$ | Neighborhood pasta-focused staple. | | Angelina's Ristorante | pasta-focused | 4.4★ | $$–$$$ | Established pasta-focused dining. | | The Tap House | American / Gastropub | 4.3★ | $$ | Casual American, burgers, craft beer. Nightlife anchor. | | Eastchester Fish Gourmet | Seafood Market & Prepared Foods | 4.4★ (TripAdvisor, #1 of 82 Scarsdale restaurants, 261 reviews) | $$$ | Post Rd, Scarsdale (Eastchester-named but Scarsdale-located). Award-winning seafood restaurant and market operating 40+ years. Fine dining plus takeout counter. | | Mason Sandwich Company | Sandwiches / Deli | 4.5★+ (509 Yelp reviews) | $ | Local favorite for lunch sandwiches. | | Burrata | pasta-focused | 4.3★+ (469 Yelp reviews) | $$–$$$ | Modern seasonal menu with burrata-focused menu. |
Eastchester residents routinely dine in neighboring villages:
Eastchester attracts distinct buyer profiles, each drawn by a different combination of value, school quality, and location.
District Confusion Is Real (and Expensive): The single biggest risk in Eastchester is buying a house thinking you're in Eastchester UFSD and discovering you're in Tuckahoe UFSD — or vice versa. A $50K–$150K pricing differential hangs on correct district verification. Use the tax bill, not the listing.
Bronxville Mailing Address ≠ Bronxville Schools or Services: The 10708 ZIP code is a minefield. Many properties with a Bronxville mailing address receive Eastchester town services and Eastchester UFSD schools — not Bronxville Village services or Bronxville UFSD. Verify everything.
Co-op Buying Is a Separate Skill Set: The Garth Road co-op market requires building-level financial underwriting. Maintenance fees ($800–about $0K/month), reserve funds, pending assessments, board approval (which can be subjective and slow), financing restrictions, sublet rules, and pet policies vary dramatically building to building. A "cheap" co-op with a weak reserve fund and a looming assessment is not cheap.
Lake Isle Premium vs. Condition: Homes in the Lake Isle area command a location premium. Buyers must distinguish between a house that's priced for the Lake Isle halo and a house that's priced for its actual condition. The $1.1M Lake Isle colonial with a 25-year-old roof, original windows, and a damp basement is a different proposition than the $1.1M Lake Isle colonial that's been fully renovated.
Parking Permit Geography: Your address determines which station(s) you can get a parking permit for — and whether you face a multi-year waitlist. Crestwood and Tuckahoe stations generally have better availability than Scarsdale and Bronxville. Garth Road residents who walk to Scarsdale station avoid the parking problem entirely. Before buying, model your actual door-to-desk routine including parking.
No Town Center "There" There: Eastchester lacks a walkable downtown village core in the way Bronxville, Tuckahoe, or Pelham have. Daily life is car-dependent. The central commercial corridor along White Plains Road is functional (bank, pharmacy, pizza, dry cleaner, Dunkin') but not charming. Buyers wanting walkable village life should look at Tuckahoe or Bronxville — or accept that Eastchester means driving to the village.
Flood Zones and Drainage: Lower-lying streets in Chester Heights, near the Bronx River Parkway corridor, and in some central-grid pockets have FEMA flood-zone exposure. Flood insurance can add about $0K–about $0K+/year. Verify flood maps before bidding.
Tax Bills Are High (and Rising): Eastchester property taxes are substantial. The May 2025 school budget vote saw the proposed $116.85M spending plan (6.31% tax increase, exceeding the 2% cap, requiring 60% approval) rejected by voters (1,385 no to 1,196 yes). The district is navigating fiscal pressure. Buyers should budget for tax increases and verify the current assessed value and tax bill for any property.
Fixer Discounts Are Real — But the Math Must Work: A $600K cape in Chester Heights that needs $150K in renovations (roof, HVAC, kitchen, bath, windows) is a $750K house — not a bargain unless the post-renovation value exceeds $750K. With construction costs elevated in Westchester, the renovation math can be unforgiving.
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Effective Tax Rate: ~1.71% (Ownwell estimate for Eastchester, 2026). Actual rates vary by specific taxing jurisdictions, assessment, and exemptions.
Assessment: The Town of Eastchester uses a fractional assessment system. Verify the current assessed value, equalization rate, and any applicable exemptions (STAR, Enhanced STAR, veterans, senior, disability) with the Town Assessor.
2025–26 Budget Context: The Eastchester UFSD proposed a $116.85 million budget for 2025–26 with a 6.31% tax levy increase (exceeding the NYS 2% tax cap, requiring 60% voter approval). The budget was rejected May 2025 by a vote of 1,385–1,196. A revised budget or contingency budget will apply. Buyers should verify the current school tax levy and rate with the district business office.
Sewer/Septic: Predominantly public sewer throughout the town's developed areas. Some peripheral properties may have septic systems. Verify at the parcel level before making any offer — a septic failure can cost $20K–$60K+ to replace.
Station Parking: Varies by station and residency. Crestwood and Tuckahoe stations generally have available resident permits (~$400–$600/year). Scarsdale and Bronxville stations have 1–3+ year permit waitlists. Verify eligibility and current waitlist status for your specific address.
STAR Exemption: New York's School Tax Relief (STAR) program provides property tax relief for owner-occupied primary residences. Basic STAR is available for households under $500K income. Enhanced STAR is available for seniors 65+ with income under ~$93K. Verify current eligibility thresholds and savings amounts with the NYS Department of Taxation and Finance.
Use this as a verification prompt, not a comparable tax-rate table. Confirm current figures with the municipal assessor, tax receiver, school district business office, and parcel records before making any purchase decision.
District: Eastchester Union Free School District — BUT Tuckahoe UFSD and Bronxville UFSD also serve portions of the Town of Eastchester. Verify by parcel tax bill.
Elementary Feeder Pattern: Eastchester UFSD is a five-school K–12 linear district. All students start at Waverly School (K–1), then split by geographic zone: Anne Hutchinson School (2–5) serves one zone, Greenvale School (2–5) serves the other. All students converge at Eastchester Middle School (6–8) and Eastchester High School (9–12) on the shared White Plains Road campus.
District Contact: Eastchester UFSD, White Plains Road, Eastchester, NY 10709. (914) 793-6130. eufsdk12.org.
Ratings from Niche 2026, GreatSchools, Homes.com, and NYSED data. Verify boundaries, zones, and assignments directly with the district registrar before making any purchase decision.
This guide is based on data from: Zillow 10709 Home Values (that year), Redfin Eastchester Housing Market (Mar 2026), Realtor.com Eastchester (May 2026), Niche 2026 school rankings, GreatSchools, Homes.com Eastchester HS profile, Eastchester UFSD website (eufsdk12.org), Ownwell property tax estimates, Lake Isle Country Club (lakeislecountryclub.com), Yelp restaurant data (May 2026), TripAdvisor, MTA Metro-North schedules, Westchester County GIS, and public municipal records. Buyers should independently verify parcel-level school assignment, municipality, tax bills, exemptions, utility service, sewer/septic status, flood and drainage exposure, permits, certificates of occupancy, zoning, commute timing, station parking, HOA/co-op/condo rules, and current market conditions before making an offer.
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Eastchester can be a strong fit for buyers whose priorities match its commute, housing stock, school-district profile, tax structure, and daily lifestyle. The right answer depends on budget, exact parcel, and what tradeoffs you can accept.
Eastchester's guide price signal is about $990K ([Zillow](https://www.zillow.com/) 10709 ZHVI typical home value, Apr 2026). Treat that as a planning signal, not a valuation. Verify current inventory, recent comparable sales, property condition, taxes, and district assignment before bidding.
Eastchester's commute signal is 35–40 min by Metro-North Harlem Line. Buyers should verify the exact station, peak and off-peak schedule, parking, walking route, and door-to-door timing from the specific address.
Eastchester's school guide rating is 8/10. School boundaries may not follow town or postal lines, so confirm the actual district on the tax bill and with the district registrar.
Verify school district, current tax bill, sewer or septic status, commute routine, station parking, flood or drainage exposure, older-home systems, permits, and recent comparable sales before relying on a listing description.
Buyers usually compare Eastchester with nearby towns that share a similar budget, commute, school, or lifestyle profile. Use the comparison table and nearby town links on this page to pressure-test the shortlist.