New York, NY

Riverdale

Neighborhood Overview

Buy:
$119K - $7.5M
For Sale on Trulia:
471 homes
Rent:
$950 - $9.78K
For Rent on Trulia:
45 homes
To Downtown New York:
24 minutes
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What Locals Say about Riverdale

At least 589 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 94 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 92 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 88 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 87 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 81 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 80 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 70 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 66 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 64 % Say kids play outside

  • 63 % Say it's quiet

  • 59 % Say parking is easy

  • 59 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 56 % Say car is needed

  • 47 % Say there's wildlife

  • 43 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 35 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Caridad Gonzalez
    "That people do clean up after their pets and it is a nice neighborhood. My mom lives by there and I love that neighborhood peaceful and quiet. "
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  • Meredith M
    "I work at home but we have great access to all transit, BXM3, BX9, 1 subway, many other busses. Also easy access to highway 87, Henry Hudson, Saw Mill Parkway, if you’re a driver. "
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  • Kamaraboy66
    "I love this neighborhood and would love to be part of it. I recently applied to it and can’t wait to hear from you guys. I’m very peaceful, love my neighbors"
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  • Bdrybala
    "There are many families with children. People are kind and look out for each other. There are a lot of local family-friendly activities, if that is something you’d like to do."
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  • Awise0943
    "Clean streets from the neighborhood communicate with tented make sure that it’s no gang activity going on "
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  • Doug
    "Safe lots of parks great elementary school nice smallish town feel but so so middle school and poor high school "
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  • Trulia User
    "Is a great place to live the area is nice and clean you don’t see bad things going on yes everywhere you see bad things but this is a excellent area to live at "
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  • Trulia User
    "The best neighborhood for growing your kids a lot of parks and they all safe to bring your kids there "
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  • Trulia User
    "I do not own a dog but I see people walking their dogs all the time. Most of them pick up their dogs' poop. But I see some exceptions too. "
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  • Trulia User
    "I would like to live here I work and be around wonderful people and have a good management and Security are around me"
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  • Trulia User
    "Dogs be chillin here they’re always welcome in Van Cortlandt cats too and I don’t know about birds but maybe them too"
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  • Trulia User
    "Great access to public transportation in this neighborhood, I don’t take it, I drive. There are bus stops everywhere. There’s also good parking pretty often. There’s lots of street parking on the main avenue and then there is residential parking. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Lots of activities to participate in such as fireworks, orchestra concerts, trails to explore, tours, etc."
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  • Trulia User
    "nice area to raise kids. no problems!!! country setting in the city. it's nice and it's getting better"
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  • Trulia User
    "Decent neighborhood from what I can tell. The park is a great convenience. Commuter friendly. fair place to visit"
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  • Trulia User
    "Lots of friendliness and familiarity between dog owners. Great dog run at seton park. Many people bring their dogs on the trails at riverdale park. "
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  • Trulia User
    "many convenient stores and public transportation everywhere. there's many restaurants to pick and the parks are safe. parking is an issue "
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  • Trulia User
    "its not what it used to be. crime and outside are turning the place unsafe. The new area mall. plaza is extremely crowded, not enough parking for everyone."
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  • Trulia User
    "I have lived in the surrounding neighborhood and area for over 18 years and is decent place more so for transportation purposes."
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  • Trulia User
    "Owners love walking their dogs in this area because it's just a nice area. People are animal friendly"
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  • Lemuel Figueroa
    "It’s a friendly neighborhood . But like any part of New York you have to be careful . There is a lot of stores and eateries . It’s has nice parks in the area"
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  • Trulia User
    "The people and the restaurants, having everything close to your convenance. This neighborhood has changed. "
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  • Trulia User
    "It’s a good neighborhood and pet friendly. Good schools and family friendly. Lots of great restaurants and park is nearby. "
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  • Trulia User
    "I am very close to the bus stop which brings me right to the 1 line, this line then gives you access to all the other subway lines into Manhattan and other boroughs."
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  • Trulia User
    "My commute I feel that is very Convenient with access to public transportation. There is a lot of options. Many Buses and train close by. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Beautiful neighborhood to live in. Variety of paths to walk and parks for babies. The neighbors are friendly and parking isn’t too bad "
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  • Trulia User
    "Great schools. Very safe neighborhood. Beautiful outdoor spaces from Seton park to Wave Hill to everything in between. Convenient yet with a small town feel. "
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  • Trulia User
    "i lived here for 3 years. The people were nice, shops were interesting and restaurants were good. There was decent street parking, but mist buildings have a private solution."
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  • Trulia User
    "It’s a nice place to live. Good schools, quiet, and plenty of outdoor fun make Riverdale NY’s best kept secret."
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  • Trulia User
    "it's a very quiet community! safe with friendly people. supe clean and organized, also what I love is all the little shops and restaurants around. it can make you life a lot easier.... "
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  • Trulia User
    "Awesome things include Great Schools Little League Soccer Hiking Farmers Market Good Mix if Mom and Pop Shops as well as notable chains like Starbucks. "
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  • Trulia User
    "It’s very social neighborhood. Most buildings are pet friendly and people pick up after their pets. They maintain the areas very clean. Lots of places to eat and most are within walking distance. Public transit is close -by to most areas. There are lots of park and schools nearby also. Everything is near to one’s residence and there are convenient bus stops outside of most buildings also. "
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  • Trulia User
    "There are a lot of activities because of the park. The pool is a big reason and there are a bunch of really good restaurants "
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  • Trulia User
    "I love the community I live in. It’s safe, quiet, clean, and neighborly. It meets all my needs and had everything nearby. Groceries, restaurants, parks, mini malls, gym, etc. "
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  • Trulia User
    "It’s an amazing neighborhood with friendly people. The residents in the community are friendly and care about helping each other. They are always willing to provide referrals for health, wellness and financial resources to accommodate newcomers."
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  • Trulia User
    "It’s a very walkable neighborhood, which tends to lead to many hellos and friendly interactions. People don’t shy away from familiarity here. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Congested at times but often times you will find a seat on the bus or train............................"
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  • Patricia W.
    "There is trick or treating, a farmers market, synagogue tag sales runners club, little turnover of apartments. "
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  • Elizabeth.rich.facundo
    "The closest thing to the suburbs into the city. Everyone is friendly in the small town is great. I’m happy I moved here but still have access to everything in the outskirts"
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  • Albert R.
    "Near Manhattan. Great parks near by. Dog friendly. Amazing neighbors. Quiet. I love living here. This is the suburbs of New York City. "
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