Ridgewood Neighborhood Overview
Welcome to Ridgewood
Ridgewood is a distinguished residential neighborhood in northwest Yonkers, characterized by its quiet, tree-lined streets and spacious properties. Its coordinates place it near the border of Rockland County, offering a serene suburban atmosphere with significant elevation and scenic views.
Lifestyle & Amenities
Residents enjoy a peaceful, family-oriented lifestyle with easy access to the sprawling Ridgewood Conservation Area and nearby Sprain Ridge Park for outdoor recreation. While primarily residential, shopping and dining conveniences are found in adjacent areas like Hartsdale and along Central Park Avenue.
Real Estate Market
The market is defined by substantial, single-family homes on generous lots, reflected in a median home value of $858,300. This high-value housing aligns with the area's elevated median household income of $211,154, indicating an affluent community.
Schools & Education
The neighborhood is served by the highly-regarded Yonkers Public Schools district, including nearby schools like Ridgeway Elementary. Families also have access to various prestigious private and parochial school options in the surrounding region.
Transportation & Connectivity
Major roadways like the Sprain Brook Parkway and the New York State Thruway (I-87) provide direct routes for commuters. While not directly served by Metro-North, several stations, including Hartsdale and Yonkers, are a short drive away for rail service to Manhattan.
Why Choose Ridgewood
Choose Ridgewood for its exceptional combination of privacy, spacious properties, and a strong sense of community within the Yonkers area. It is ideal for those seeking an affluent suburban lifestyle with excellent natural surroundings and convenient highway access.
Top Real Estate Agents in Ridgewood, Yonkers
Merit Criteria — Agents must hold an active license verified by
New York Department of State Division of Licensing Services, maintain a minimum 4.5-star consumer rating with
10+ verified reviews in the last 24 months, have
5+ years of documented experience, and pass both AI-assisted analysis and human editorial review. Fewer than 1% of licensed agents in covered markets qualify. No agent can pay for inclusion or ranking position.
4 agents met the full merit gate for Ridgewood, Yonkers, NY, selected from over 130,000 licensed New York professionals.
4.9 stars
250+ verified reviews
License: 2179907
10+ years experience
Why selected: Selected for his dedicated community involvement and leadership roles. He combines a decade of experience with strong performance metrics, expertly guiding clients in New York and California's dynamic markets.
This agent passed the full merit gate (4.5+ stars, 10+ verified reviews in 24 months, 5+ years experience). All listed agents meet the same qualification standard.
5.0 stars
207+ verified reviews
License: 1764495
EXP Realty LLC
18+ years experience
Contact
Phone: (571) 437-7575
Email: [email protected]
Website: http://www.chriscolgan.com/
Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/ColganTeam
Why selected: Selected for her active volunteer work with local charitable initiatives, reflecting our highest-ranked criterion. She also demonstrates exceptional performance with a 5-star rating across 207 client reviews and over 17 years of expertise.
This agent passed the full merit gate (4.5+ stars, 10+ verified reviews in 24 months, 5+ years experience). All listed agents meet the same qualification standard.
4.8 stars
150+ verified reviews
License: 1930378
Stratton Davis Realty
10+ years experience
Contact
Phone: (661) 699-7303
Email: [email protected]
Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/fdiaz4homes
Why selected: Selected for his leadership as a board member of the local Housing Initiative and consistent community engagement. He combines a 4.9-star rating from 200+ reviews with a decade of expertise across residential and commercial markets.
This agent passed the full merit gate (4.5+ stars, 10+ verified reviews in 24 months, 5+ years experience). All listed agents meet the same qualification standard.
4.9 stars
150+ verified reviews
License: 1912090
10+ years experience
Why selected: Selected for her dedicated community leadership, including board positions and local charitable work. She combines this with a decade of experience, high client ratings, and expertise across residential, commercial, and luxury markets.
This agent passed the full merit gate (4.5+ stars, 10+ verified reviews in 24 months, 5+ years experience). All listed agents meet the same qualification standard.