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What You Need To Know About Yorktown, NY
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Yorktown, NY is a town in northern Westchester County which is situated close to the New York Putnam County border. In fact, Yorktown is attractive to New York City especially because it offers a suburban atmosphere while only being 38 miles from midtown Manhattan.

Jefferson Valley Mall is the area’s major shopping center, featuring two floors and over 70 shops and eateries.

Thinking about buying a home in Yorktown?

Yorktown, which includes Yorktown Heights, is a popular next-phase location for many who’ve spent their growing years in southern Westchester County, because many would-be buyers feel they get “more bang for their buck” by going 30-40 minutes north.

If you’re thinking about schools as a reason to purchase a home in Yorktown, you may already know that The Yorktown Central School district is highly sought after—it was named “School District of Character” in 2016.

Yorktown has a newly revitalized downtown area that is home to several eateries and coffee shops. Additionally, Yorktown has a very historic heritage. Many years ago, much of Yorktown was part of the manor of Courtlandt—now known as Courtlandt Manor—which was established by King William III in the seventeenth century.

Uniquely, Yorktown is a Monarch Butterfly Town. The town started a butterfly sanctuary in June of 2020.

Because Yorktown and Yorktown Heights have a lot to offer those looking to buy a home in the area, the home, and rental market can be quite competitive. GNL Realty understands the Yorktown Real Estate market and is prepared to help you find a home or rental that works for you.

Thinking about selling a home in Yorktown?

Putting your home on the market in Yorktown and ready for what’s next? Finding potential buyers who want what Yorktown has to offer shouldn’t be too difficult.

In fact, here’s a short list of reasons you should be able to quickly sell your home:

Commuters can be in New York City in about 52 minutes
A very rare full-day pre-kindergarten program and highly regarded Science Research Program in the high school
Proximity to New Croton Reservoir and Hudson River
Restaurants in Yorktown vary from traditional pub fare to more upscale dining
A well-cared-for downtown historic district offers much charm

Even with all that Yorktown has going for it, you should interview at least three real estate agents/brokers who know the area well and have a track record to prove it. Invite one of GNL Realty’s Agents to present a marketing plan to sell your Yorktown home. Invite us here.