Living in New Rochelle, NY
Homes, neighborhoods & commute guide
Long Island Sound shoreline, a growing downtown and an express train to Manhattan.
Franchel Mendoza · SERHANT. · The Garay Team · Bilingual English & SpanishWhy people choose New Rochelle
New Rochelle stretches from the Long Island Sound shoreline up to quiet northern neighborhoods. A busy downtown with new apartment towers, waterfront parks and marinas, and a major Metro-North and Amtrak station make it one of Westchester's most active markets.
Neighborhoods and areas
- Wykagyl
- Beechmont
- Residence Park
- Rochelle Heights
- Davenport Neck
- Premium Point
- Downtown
Homes in New Rochelle
Waterfront and estate homes on Davenport Neck and Premium Point, colonials and Tudors in Wykagyl, Beechmont and Residence Park, and new condos and rentals downtown.
Commute and getting around
New Rochelle station on the Metro-North New Haven Line, also served by Amtrak. Grand Central is often about 30 to 35 minutes on faster trains; check MTA TrainTime for your exact train.
Parks, dining and landmarks
Hudson Park and beach, Glen Island Park, Five Islands Park, local yacht clubs and marinas, and a growing restaurant scene downtown.
Selling a home in New Rochelle
Buying in New Rochelle
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 New Rochelle 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.
New Rochelle real estate FAQ
What is it like to live in New Rochelle, NY?
New Rochelle stretches from the Long Island Sound shoreline up to quiet northern neighborhoods. A busy downtown with new apartment towers, waterfront parks and marinas, and a major Metro-North and Amtrak station make it one of Westchester's most active markets.
How long is the commute from New Rochelle to Manhattan?
New Rochelle station on the Metro-North New Haven Line, also served by Amtrak. Grand Central is often about 30 to 35 minutes on faster trains; check MTA TrainTime for your exact train.
What kinds of homes are in New Rochelle?
Waterfront and estate homes on Davenport Neck and Premium Point, colonials and Tudors in Wykagyl, Beechmont and Residence Park, and new condos and rentals downtown.
What school district serves New Rochelle?
City School District of New Rochelle.
Who is a bilingual real estate agent for New Rochelle?
Franchel Mendoza is a bilingual English and Spanish real estate agent with SERHANT. and The Garay Team who serves New Rochelle and nearby towns. Call or text (917) 243-1531 or book a call on franchelmendoza.com.
How do I find out what my New Rochelle 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 New Rochelle
- Official New Rochelle website
- Westchester County government
- MTA train schedules (TrainTime)
- Map of New Rochelle
- Search homes for sale in New Rochelle
- 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.