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Monsey

Monsey

Neighborhood in Ramapo, New York

Rockland County 10952, 10977

$1,295,995 Average Value
$472 Average Price per Sq Ft
22 Homes For Sale

Close-knit community in Monsey with synoogues and kosher grocers

The beauty of Monsey, 40 miles from New York City, is not found just in its rolling hills and marshes. Monsey is a community of people, many of whom share a common heritage, food traditions, language and religion. “People that grew up in this area want to live here,” says Abraham Spitzer, a real estate agent with Keller Williams Commercial, who has been working there for 8 years. “It’s definitely more affordable than the city. People come here because there’s more grass, more trees than in the city.” The area was little more than a one-stoplight hamlet until the early 1950s when housing prices started skyrocketing in New York City, and families began leaving the city’s urban boroughs searching for affordable and quiet rural neighborhoods. Today, Monsey is home to scores of synagogues and kosher food stores.

Upscale single-family homes with apartments for rent

Linear and winding roads with occasional sidewalks are lined with large homes in the New Traditional, split-level and postmodern styles. Prices vary depending on size. Homes with five bedrooms or less range from $995,000 to $1.3 million, while homes with five or more bedrooms range from $1.8 to $2.08 million. Townhouses and condos range from $775,000 to $1.3 million. Over 60% of Monsey residents rent, and 34% of the property is apartment buildings. The CAP Index crime score is a 6 out of 10. The national average is 4.

Pick fresh produce on local farms and hike in town parks

Greenery is interlaced with Monsey’s homes and shopping areas. Manny Welder Park has lighted tennis and handball courts, four sports fields and a playground. Monsey Glen County Park is a favorite place to walk, with 25 acres to explore. Just outside the community, West Maple Farm sits on 15 acres of farmland, allowing hands-on experiences such as picking fresh blueberries and vegetables, feeding chickens, and visiting with cows, sheep and other farm animals. Demarest Farms, 9 miles away, is a local family-owned, seasonal farm allowing visitors to pick peaches and apples.

Private and public schools available for kindergarten through 12th grade

The Monsey area is served by the East Ramapo Central School District, which receives a C-minus from Niche. Most children attend Margetts Elementary School for kindergarten through third grade and Elmwood Elementary School for fourth through sixth grade. Both schools get a C-minus. Students advance to Chestnut Ridge Middle School, which also receives a C-minus for seventh through eighth grade and Spring Valley High School for ninth through 12th grade, which gets a C-plus. The Spring Valley High School Counseling Department helps students build resumes, apply for colleges, and find jobs after high school. Most students attend private Jewish schools, such as Beth Rochel School, an unrated Kindergarten through 12th-grade all-girl institution, and Yeshiva of Spring Valley, an unrated Kindergarten through eighth-grade elementary school.

Ramapo Parks & Recreation hosts seasonal events

In June, a fireworks display paints the sky after a New York Boulder game to celebrate Ramapo Day, 6 miles away at Clover Stadium. The Town of Ramapo Parks & Recreation Department hosts seasonal and holiday events throughout the area. Egg hunts are conducted in the spring, while Halloween parties at pumpkin patches are reserved for the fall. During the summer months, the department hosts summer camps.

Commuters use state highways and trains

Many interstate and state highways, like the Palisades Parkway and the New York State Thruway, connect New York City and Monsey, allowing commuters to reach the city in an hour or less. Buses from Monsey Park & Ride can take commuters into White Plains, where they catch a train to New York City in over two hours. Commuters may also catch the PASC train at the Spring Valley train station, two miles away, and arrive at the Secaucus Junction Station in just over an hour. From there, they may transfer to most commuter rail lines.“Monsey used to feel like a small hamlet, but today, it’s a much bigger town. There are a lot more people,” says Naomi Streicher, a Realtor with Q Home Sales, who grew up in the neighborhood. “If you live near the center of Monsey, you don’t need a car.” Monsey has sidewalks in high-traffic areas, and residents can access shopping, dining, recreation and public transportation. LaGuardia International Airport is 34 miles away. Good Samaritan Hospital is 4 miles away for emergency services.

Shopping and dining on Main Street

“Main Street is no longer a quiet little strip. Now you can get almost everything you need there or at one of the nearby shopping centers in Monsey,” says Streicher. The Shoppers Haven Mall, just off Main Street, has over 20 shops and services, including Rockland Kosher Supermarket and R-Kafe, a kosher restaurant. For more kosher restaurants, Monsey BBQ & Grill serves American and Middle Eastern comfort food. Primavera Café & Restaurant has a mix of Mexican and Italian fare. Evergreen Kosher Market is further down Main Street for groceries. Big-box stores like Lowe’s and Costco Wholesale are in Spring Valley, 3 miles away.
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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Westchester County

39 min drive

Bus

Monsey - Park & Ride

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Maple Ave & Suzanne Dr

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Maple Ave & Decatur Ave

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All Fresh & Atrium Plaza

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Maple Ave & Phyllis Terrace

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Ellish Pkwy & Maple Ave

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Cedar Ln & HWY 306

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Monsey US
Homicide 8 4
Sexual Assault 8 4
Assault with Weapon 8 4
Robbery 7 4
Burglary 5 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 6 4
Larceny 4 4
Crime Score 6 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Monsey Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$1,060,000
Median Sale Price
$985,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$1,675,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$1,075,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$599,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Last 12 months Home Sales
65
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-12%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$472

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,737
Number of Homes for Sale
22
Median Year Built
1965
Months of Supply
4.10
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,549
Above the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
3,189
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
920
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
793
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
14,810

Open Houses

  • Sunday, Jun 15
    1:30 - 3pm

    244 Blauvelt Rd Unit 213, Monsey, NY 10952

    $999,000

    • 5 Beds
    • 2.5 Baths
    • 2,704 Sq Ft
    • 244 Blauvelt Rd
    • Unit 213
    • New 3 days ago

    Welcome to 242 Blauvelt Road — Where Space, Style & Everyday Convenience Come TogetherThis thoughtfully designed 5-bedroom, 3-bathroom front unit offers nearly 2,700 sq. ft. of elevated living in a well-situated Spring Valley location — combining privacy, comfort, and accessibility in one refined home.Step inside to find an airy, light-filled layout with 9-ft ceilings, elegant finishes, and

    Menachem Jankovits Keller Williams Valley Realty

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  • Sunday, Jun 15
    12 - 1pm

    2 Miele Rd Unit 202, Monsey, NY 10952

    $2,399,000

    • 8 Beds
    • 5.5 Baths
    • 4,905 Sq Ft
    • 2 Miele Rd
    • Unit 202
    • New 23 days ago

    Welcome to 2 Miele Road — A Rare Masterpiece of Luxury, Space & DesignThis fully custom-built, high-end duplex spans over 4,900 sq ft and delivers a level of craftsmanship and comfort rarely found on the market. Located on a quiet street yet just steps from Monsey’s shopping, parks, and schools, this move-in-ready residence offers unmatched convenience in a peaceful setting.Featuring 5 bedrooms

    Menachem Jankovits Keller Williams Valley Realty

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  • Sunday, Jun 15
    1:30 - 3pm

    242 Blauvelt Rd Unit 201, Monsey, NY 10952

    $1,075,000

    • 5 Beds
    • 2.5 Baths
    • 2,406 Sq Ft
    • 242 Blauvelt Rd
    • Unit 201

    Welcome to 242 Blauvelt Road — Where Space, Style & Everyday Convenience Come Together.This thoughtfully designed 5-bedroom, 3-bathroom front unit offers nearly 2,700 sq. ft. of elevated living in a well-situated Spring Valley location — combining privacy, comfort, and accessibility in one refined home.Step inside to find an airy, light-filled layout featuring 9-ft ceilings, elegant finishes, and

    Menachem Jankovits Keller Williams Valley Realty

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Demographics

Total Population
25,517
Median Age
18
Population Density
18 ppl/acre
Population under 18
53.8%
Significantly above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
6.1%
Below the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$43,337
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$72,629

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
79.2%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
15.4%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
7%
% Population in Labor Force
63.2%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
46''
Average Winter Low Temperature
26°F
Average Summer High Temperature
87°F
Annual Snowfall
4''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

29 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Walk Score®

55 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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