March 20, 2022

Peekskill, New York is a village in Westchester County and is located just 50 miles from the hub of New York City. It offers diverse modes of living for those who enjoy bucolic landscapes and also for those who wish to be nearer to shopping and recreation.

Its east side is demarcated by the beautiful Hudson River with its stunning views and rolling currents. Residents can enjoy boating as well as the nearby community filled with art, good food, and numerous cultural attractions. The Peekskill train station is about an hour away from Grand Central Station and the plethora of jobs and entertainment available.

Peekskill has a thriving urban area that is home to a variety of artists whose work can be purchased, and the area boasts galleries and exhibitions for the visual artists. In addition, the Lincoln Depot Museum and Hudson Valley Museum of Contemporary Art are popular stops for locals and tourists alike. For those who enjoy nature, the Blue Mountain Reservation offers hiking and panoramic vistas of the Manhattan skyline and even as far as Albany.

Currently, there are 97 properties available for purchase in Peekskill, and the median asking price is $379,000. Inventory has decreased by 2.5% from this time last year, and the average home will spend 55 days on the market before selling. 19 listings sold last month, 5 of these achieving their asking price, 8 selling for more, and 6 selling for less.

The Peekskill school district has a total of 27 public schools for parents to choose from. These include 5 at the elementary level, 2 intermediate, and 3 high schools. Students can also attend any one of 27 private academies. A  number of these rank high on the Great Schools website and can be vetted for grades, SAT scores, and classroom size.

Sokol Group helps homeowners whose annual assessments are too high by initiating the property tax grievance process. We help those who reside in Westchester, Orange, and Rockland counties as well as those living in the Hudson Valley. We invite you to reach out to us today for more information on how we can be of assistance to you.

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