Why Live in Glenwood
Glenwood, a neighborhood in Yonkers, features a variety of housing options, including apartment complexes, brick-faced condos, and large multifamily homes. Architectural styles such as Colonial Revival, minimal traditional, and Queen Anne are common, with properties often featuring front or backyards bordered by narrow sidewalks. Local parks like Playground Lake offer a colorful play structure, baseball fields, and courts for basketball and soccer, while Dunn Park provides a shaded green space with a small play area. The Untermyer Gardens Conservancy, located 2 miles away, boasts six gardens with Roman-inspired architecture and scenic Hudson River views. Dining options include Bagel Land for breakfast and lunch, Golden Dragon for Chinese cuisine, and Enbu Japanese at the Boyce Thompson Center, which also houses specialty medical offices. Groceries can be found at Foodtown on Lake Avenue. Glenwood hosts the annual Riverfest in downtown Yonkers, attracting over 15,000 attendees with live music, food, and local vendors. Commuters benefit from the Glenwood train station, which offers a 45-minute ride to New York City, and the nearby Saw Mill River Parkway. LaGuardia Airport is 17 miles away via Interstate 87. Public transportation within Westchester County is accessible through Bee-Line bus stops. Medical services are available 2 miles north at St John’s Riverside Hospital. Yonkers Public Schools serve the area, with School 16 and Charles E. Gorton High School offering various educational programs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Glenwood a good place to live?
Glenwood is a good place to live. Glenwood is considered fairly walkable and somewhat bikeable with good transit options. Glenwood has 5 parks for recreational activities. It has a median age of 39. The average household income is $92,016 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 19.6% of residents. A majority of residents in Glenwood are renters, with 70.3% of residents renting and 29.7% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Glenwood can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Glenwood neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Glenwood?
The median home price in Glenwood is $232,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $46,400 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.56%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,180 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $51K a year to afford the median home price in Glenwood. The average household income in Glenwood is $92K.
What are the best public schools in Glenwood?
The best public schools that serve Glenwood are:
- Gorton High School has a B- Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 16:1 and an average review score of 3.4.
- Public School 16 has a B- Niche grade and a student teacher ratio of 18:1.
- School 9 has a C Niche grade and a student teacher ratio of 15:1.
What are the best private schools in Glenwood?
The best private schools that serve Glenwood are:
- Andalusia School has an A- Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 10:1 and an average review score of 3.4.
- St Anthony Catholic School has an A- Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 19:1 and an average review score of 2.9.
- Sacred Heart High School has a B+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 11:1 and an average review score of 3.6.
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Are home prices dropping in Glenwood?
Yes, home prices in Glenwood are down 16% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Glenwood, NY
On average, homes in Glenwood, Yonkers sell after 60 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Glenwood, Yonkers over the last 12 months is $235,000, down 2% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$235,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$235,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$235,000
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$149,900
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$247
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Last 12 months Home Sales
12
Median List Price
$232,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-2%