Living in Mount Vernon, NY
Homes, neighborhoods & commute guide
Three train stations, historic homes and strong value right on the Bronx line.
Franchel Mendoza · SERHANT. · The Garay Team · Bilingual English & SpanishWhy people choose Mount Vernon
Mount Vernon borders the Bronx and offers one of the shortest commutes in Westchester with three Metro-North stations. It has a mix of historic single-family homes, multi-family houses and apartments, and gives buyers more house for the money than many neighboring towns.
Neighborhoods and areas
- Fleetwood
- Chester Hill
- North Side
- South Side
- Downtown
Homes in Mount Vernon
Victorians, colonials and Tudors in Fleetwood and Chester Hill, two- and three-family homes across the city, and co-ops near the stations.
Commute and getting around
Fleetwood and Mount Vernon West on the Harlem Line and Mount Vernon East on the New Haven Line. Grand Central is often about 25 to 35 minutes; check MTA TrainTime for your exact train.
Parks, dining and landmarks
Wilson Woods Park, St. Paul's Church National Historic Site, the Bronx River Reservation, and quick access to the Hutchinson River and Cross County parkways.
Selling a home in Mount Vernon
Buying in Mount Vernon
Franchel Mendoza
Franchel Mendoza is a bilingual (English and Spanish) real estate agent with SERHANT. and The Garay Team, based in Yonkers 10710. He helps buyers and sellers in Mount Vernon with pricing, marketing, negotiation and every step to closing, in the language you are most comfortable with.
These homes could be available for you, so act now. Every situation is different; reach out and Franchel will walk you through yours.
Mount Vernon real estate FAQ
What is it like to live in Mount Vernon, NY?
Mount Vernon borders the Bronx and offers one of the shortest commutes in Westchester with three Metro-North stations. It has a mix of historic single-family homes, multi-family houses and apartments, and gives buyers more house for the money than many neighboring towns.
How long is the commute from Mount Vernon to Manhattan?
Fleetwood and Mount Vernon West on the Harlem Line and Mount Vernon East on the New Haven Line. Grand Central is often about 25 to 35 minutes; check MTA TrainTime for your exact train.
What kinds of homes are in Mount Vernon?
Victorians, colonials and Tudors in Fleetwood and Chester Hill, two- and three-family homes across the city, and co-ops near the stations.
What school district serves Mount Vernon?
Mount Vernon City School District.
Who is a bilingual real estate agent for Mount Vernon?
Franchel Mendoza is a bilingual English and Spanish real estate agent with SERHANT. and The Garay Team who serves Mount Vernon and nearby towns. Call or text (917) 243-1531 or book a call on franchelmendoza.com.
How do I find out what my Mount Vernon home is worth?
Request a free home value review from Franchel Mendoza. He prepares a pricing range from recent nearby sales and walks you through it, in English or Spanish. Call or text (917) 243-1531.
Nearby town guides
Helpful links for Mount Vernon
- Official Mount Vernon website
- Westchester County government
- MTA train schedules (TrainTime)
- Map of Mount Vernon
- Search homes for sale in Mount Vernon
- Free home value review
- Featured properties
- Back to all town guides
- Franchel Mendoza homepage
Updated: November 6, 2026. Information is provided for general guidance and is believed reliable but not guaranteed. Commute times, school districts and boundaries change; verify with the official sources linked above. School district names are listed for reference only.