Best Areas to Live in Yonkers

Yonkers' most frequently cited residential draws cluster around its Metro-North stations and its active waterfront redevelopment district.

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Waterfront/downtown

Yonkers' downtown waterfront district, anchored by the active Hudson Piers redevelopment, offers genuine, growing new-construction housing options directly on the Hudson River.

Station-adjacent neighborhoods

Neighborhoods near the Greystone, Glenwood, and Ludlow Metro-North stations offer real, practical walk-to-rail convenience for Manhattan commuters.

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Last reviewed: 2026-08-25. Independent research; not financial, tax, or legal advice -- confirm current figures with a local professional before making a decision.