County of Westchester
Westchester County is situated immediately north of New York City bordering on Connecticut on the east and the Hudson River on the west. The County's population is about 924,000 and 75% of the county population lives within a 40 minute commute of mid-Manhattan.
The County has 6 Cities, 14 Towns and 23 Villages many of which overlap and can be confusing to visitors. Westchester municipalities are served by 40 School Districts. 23 Institutions of Higher Learning have facilities in the County.
Westchester County is served by the Hudson, New Haven and Harlem Divisions of Metro North - North America's largest transportation network.
Highways in Westchester include four Interstate Highways: I-87, I-95, I-287 and I-684 and seven parkways.
Westchester County Airport (HPN) is the fourth busiest in New York State. Direct flights from Westchester include Toronto,Chicago, Detroit and Florida.
City of White Plains
White Plains is located in the center Westchester County New York, about 24 miles from mid-Manhattan.
The central location of White Plains has played an important role in its development. It has been the seat of Westchester County government since 1778, and has evolved into a city of diverse real estate, economic activity and major employment center. White Plains commercial real estate includes high-rise office buildings and campus-style corporate office parks.
As the marketplace for one million people, White Plains has become the leading regional retail center. Located here are shopping malls with branches of many major New York City department stores as well as small retail shops and boutiques, art galleries and a wide variety of restaurants. The city serves as a regional center for medical and legal services.
White Plains offers its residents a unique blend of urban and suburban life. There are more than 40 churches and synagogues, representing almost every major religious denomination.
Village of Scarsdale
In 1701 Col. Caleb Heathcote, an English merchant, received a decree from William III of England providing for the creation of the "Manor of Scarsdale". It was the last of the six great manors in Westchester,
Upon Col. Heathcote's death most of the choice Scarsdale lands were sold off by his heirs.
After the American Revolution these approximately six and one half square miles officially became Scarsdale. The first town meeting took place in 1783. From a population of 517 in 1870, Scarsdale has grown to a relatively stable population of about 18,000 in recent years.
Scarsdales central location in Westchester County, close proximity to New York City, reputation of the Scarsdale school system, and quality of life, has attracted residence from all walks of life. Almost 97 percent of Scarsdale land area is zoned for single family detached homes. Real Estate in Scarsdale is among the most desirable anywhere.
Supporting the needs of Scarsdale residents are a number of high quality and service oriented retail, professional and financial organizations. The English architecture of the Scarsdale business districts enhances the historical heritage of the village and adds to the enjoyment of casual shoppers and visitors.
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