Living in Rye, NY
Homes, neighborhoods & commute guide
Sound-front living, a classic downtown and a New Haven Line commute.
Franchel Mendoza · SERHANT. · The Garay Team · Bilingual English & SpanishWhy people choose Rye
Rye is a small city on Long Island Sound with a classic downtown on Purchase Street, beaches and parks, and a strong luxury market. Rye Brook, a separate village nearby, offers additional options.
Neighborhoods and areas
- Downtown Rye
- Indian Village
- Greenhaven
- Milton Point
- Rye Brook (separate village)
Homes in Rye
Waterfront and estate homes, shingle-style colonials and Tudors, and some condos and townhouses near downtown.
Commute and getting around
Rye station on the Metro-North New Haven Line. Grand Central is often about 40 to 45 minutes; check MTA TrainTime for your exact train.
Parks, dining and landmarks
Rye Playland, Rye Town Park and Oakland Beach, Edith G. Read Wildlife Sanctuary, and the Marshlands Conservancy.
Selling a home in Rye
Buying in Rye
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 Rye 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.
Rye real estate FAQ
What is it like to live in Rye, NY?
Rye is a small city on Long Island Sound with a classic downtown on Purchase Street, beaches and parks, and a strong luxury market. Rye Brook, a separate village nearby, offers additional options.
How long is the commute from Rye to Manhattan?
Rye station on the Metro-North New Haven Line. Grand Central is often about 40 to 45 minutes; check MTA TrainTime for your exact train.
What kinds of homes are in Rye?
Waterfront and estate homes, shingle-style colonials and Tudors, and some condos and townhouses near downtown.
What school district serves Rye?
Rye City School District; Rye Brook addresses are mostly served by Blind Brook-Rye UFSD.
Who is a bilingual real estate agent for Rye?
Franchel Mendoza is a bilingual English and Spanish real estate agent with SERHANT. and The Garay Team who serves Rye and nearby towns. Call or text (917) 243-1531 or book a call on franchelmendoza.com.
How do I find out what my Rye 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 Rye
- Official Rye website
- Westchester County government
- MTA train schedules (TrainTime)
- Map of Rye
- Search homes for sale in Rye
- 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.