Moving to New Rochelle: a practical guide
Housing and what it costs
The north end of New Rochelle is single-family homes on leafy streets; almost every household in its ZIP code owns rather than rents, per the Census, and prices are high. Figures change fast — use the apartment search above for live listings.
Picking a street
The Young Israel of New Rochelle on North Avenue is the anchor, with the mikvah a few blocks away, so most families look at the streets within walking distance of it. Congregation Anshe Sholom is further south on North Avenue near downtown.
Kosher and daily life
Kosher shopping is available locally and in nearby Westchester and the Bronx. Metro-North to Grand Central takes about half an hour. The Mikvah of New Rochelle is on North Avenue.
Schools
Westchester Torah Academy on Stratton Road runs from pre-K through eighth grade; older children commute to yeshiva high schools elsewhere in the area. Confirm current admissions, tuition and transportation directly with each school.
Who it fits
Modern Orthodox families who work in Manhattan and want a quieter suburb with a single strong shul at its center.