Battle Hill
$735,755
Average Value
Dense streets connected by sidewalks
People live in tight rows of houses with small yards and neighbors close by. Architectural styles vary widely, alternating between Cape Cods, Colonial Revivals and Tudor Revivals. Sidewalks on both sides of the streets help pedestrians navigate the hilly landscape and walk to parks and businesses around the neighborhood. Single-family prices usually vary from $525,000 to $900,000. Co-op units are priced from $115,000 to nearly $300,000, while condos generally cost between $300,000 and $410,000.
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Lottery system for White Plains elementary schools
Children attending White Plains Public Schools aren’t zoned to elementary schools based on where they live. Instead, parents may tour schools before their child starts kindergarten, ranking their preferred schools. The district assigns kids to elementary schools based on parent preference, available space and other factors. Mamaroneck Avenue Elementary, about 2 miles from Battle Hill, is one of the district’s highest-rated schools, receiving an A-minus from Niche. Sixth graders can attend Eastview Middle School, while seventh and eighth graders may go to Highlands Middle School. Neither have Niche grades. Meanwhile, White Plains High School gets an A-minus.
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Green spaces include battlefields and dog parks
The pair of parks on the northeast side of the neighborhood include Battle of White Plains Park. British soldiers defeated George Washington’s army on this site in 1776, and signs throughout this slice of greenery recount the battle. In 2022, the city installed a playground with climbing nets and stairs resembling stacks of logs. The other green space, Battle Hill Park, has pickleball courts and a dog park. “People don’t always know about the dog park,” Alcee says. “It’s like a hidden secret.” On the south end of Battle Hill, trees partially shade a playground at Richard Presser Park. A baseball diamond, cricket pitch and open field cover the rest of the park.
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Delis, grocers and department stores along Central Avenue
Residents only need to turn out of the neighborhood onto Central Avenue to access shopping centers filled with dozens of restaurants and stores. Nationally known retailers such as T. J. Maxx, Barnes & Noble and Michaels operate stores along the avenue. Grocery options include Trader Joe’s and H Mart, a Korean grocery chain. Across Central Avenue, Dante’s Deli has sold sandwiches for more than 40 years. Cases of cheeses and desserts, along with shelves of Italian ingredients, cram the small shop. “Even if there are two or three people [in line], you’re going to wait a while,” Alcee says. “If you’re in a rush, it’s not necessarily the place to go. If you have a little time, the food is really solid.”
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Association-sponsored events in the neighborhood, farmers market downtown
Residents have the choice to join the Battle Hill Association, a donation-funded group that puts together events from neighborhood clean-ups to block parties. The association holds regular meetings and organizes committees to not only plan events but also address concerns in the neighborhood and raise them with the city government. Less than a mile away downtown, the White Plains Farmers Market sets up on Wednesdays from April to November.
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Reaching New York City by highway or train
Battle Hill sits across the Bronx River from the White Plains MTA rail station. Commuters can park next to the station and catch a train to Grand Central Terminal, arriving in about 45 minutes. Westchester County’s Bee-Line Bus stops on Central Avenue, taking riders to downtown White Plains. Car owners can use the Bronx River Parkway and Interstate 287 to get around the region. The drive to New York City can take up to 90 minutes. The county closes the Bronx River Parkway to car traffic a few Sundays every year, creating a 13-mile stretch of highway open only to cyclists, skaters and pedestrians.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Alfonso Vanacoro
Alfonso Vanacoro
Howard Hanna Rand Realty
(914) 313-3591
44 Total Sales
1 in Battle Hill
$140,000 Price
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Anne Moretti
Anne Moretti
Julia B Fee Sothebys Int. Rlty
(914) 350-2939
92 Total Sales
1 in Battle Hill
$380,000 Price
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Kevin Lang
Kevin Lang
Compass Greater NY, LLC
(845) 403-0750
71 Total Sales
1 in Battle Hill
$569,000 Price
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Margie Lelia
Margie Lelia
Responds QuicklyRE/MAX Prime Properties
(914) 353-4255
22 Total Sales
1 in Battle Hill
$390,000 Price
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Ann Marie Damashek
Ann Marie Damashek
Compass Greater NY, LLC
(855) 927-3165
68 Total Sales
2 in Battle Hill
$525K - $539K Price Range
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Clayton Jeffrey
Clayton Jeffrey
Keller Williams NY Realty
(914) 279-8485
42 Total Sales
1 in Battle Hill
$120,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 7th to 12th
- Public
- 2nd to 3rd
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Chatterton Park
Richard Presser Park
- Baseball/Softball
Battle Hill Park
Battle of White Plains Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Battle Hill | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 3 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 3 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 4 | 4 |
| Robbery | 5 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
684
Median Year Built
1926
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,744
Below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,139
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,218
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
831
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
4,791
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Condo Buildings
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
6,504
Median Age
40
Population under 18
22.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
15%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$96,764
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$115,985
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
87.4%
College Graduates
37.7%
Advanced Degrees
20.1%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
73.6%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
47''
Average Winter Low Temperature
23°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
7''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
39
/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
67
/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
56
/ 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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