If the name Sleepy Hollow rings familiar, that is because it is the village in which the famous Washington Irving tale of Ichabod Crane and the headless horseman, The Legend of Sleepy Hollow, takes place. Numerous adaptations of this story exist, including several films, as it is embedded in our national culture and traditional folklore. Today, it is a quiet Westchester village filled with historical structures to intrigue history buffs and visitors alike.

Situated along the Hudson River, Sleepy Hollow is located about 35 minutes from Grand Central via train, and its notable citizens have included the likes of Andrew Carnegie and Brooke Astor. Residents can apply for jobs doing construction, government work, and in occupations performing clerical tasks, and for recreation, a plethora of waterfront activities can be enjoyed, such as boating, playing tennis, and concertgoing.

Demographics

9,870 people live in Sleepy Hollow, and these are distributed among 3,181 households at a density of 4,054 people per square mile. 36% of people have children under the age of 18 living with them, and 51% are married couples. 23% of homes are occupied by individuals, and 13% of these are single female heads of home. 8.7% of those living alone are above the age of 65, and the average number of occupants per house is 2.89.

Real Estate

The median list price for a home in Sleepy Hollow is $974,500, and this equates to $384 per square foot. Homeowners typically receive an astonishing 100% of their asking price, and the median number of days on the market is 145. Currently, there are 45 active listings, and values have increased by a whopping 25.5% over last year. Each home will receive just one offer before selling on average with a 20% down payment. 3 homes have sold in the past month.

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