NEW YORK - s4story -- According to John Buoninfante, Associate Broker at Real Broker NY LLC and Westchester County Realtor, many buyers who spent the last two years debating a move are finally acting.

"What I'm seeing in 2026 is people who have been thinking about leaving the city for a long time finally making the move. The hesitation is gone. Buyers want more space, easier parking, backyards, better schools, and still want access to New York City when they need it." — John Buoninfante, Westchester County Realtor

HYBRID WORK CHANGED THE DECISION

Two and three-day office schedules changed the equation for many NYC households. Metro-North express trains connect parts of Westchester County to Grand Central Terminal in as little as 40 minutes, allowing many professionals to keep New York City careers while living in the suburbs. (Source: MTA Metro-North Railroad peak express schedule, effective March 29, 2026. mta.info/agency/metro-north-railroad/schedules)

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THE NUMBERS SUPPORT THE SHIFT

According to Hudson Gateway Multiple Listing Service data, single-family homes between 2,000 and 2,500 square feet sold at median prices of $902,500 in January 2026, $999,000 in February 2026, and $920,000 in March 2026 across Westchester County. For many buyers leaving Manhattan or Brooklyn, comparable space in New York City is either unavailable or significantly more expensive.

WHERE BUYERS ARE MOVING

White Plains continues attracting buyers looking for walkability and direct Metro-North access. Tarrytown, Dobbs Ferry, Irvington, and Hastings-on-Hudson remain popular for Hudson River village living, while Scarsdale, Ardsley, and Pleasantville continue drawing buyers focused on schools, neighborhood feel, and commuter convenience.

"The buyers who do best are usually the ones who spend time exploring multiple towns before making a decision. Every Westchester community has a different personality, commute pattern, and lifestyle." — John Buoninfante, Westchester County Realtor

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Visit https://johnwestchesterrealtor.com/ to learn more about relocating from New York City to Westchester County.

ABOUT JOHN BUONINFANTE John Buoninfante is an Associate Broker at Real Broker NY LLC and host of the Living in Westchester County video series, serving buyers and sellers throughout Westchester County, including White Plains, Scarsdale, Tarrytown, Dobbs Ferry, Irvington, Hastings-on-Hudson, Ardsley, Pleasantville, and surrounding communities.

MEDIA CONTACT 646-391-1093 | johnwestchesterrealtor.com | Instagram: @johnmoveswestchester | YouTube: Living in Westchester County