Centenary
Is New City, NY (Centenary) a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe100
Medium101
Low155
Other497
13 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape3
Child involved3
Assault0
Other8
Crime Details:
Recent reported incidents in the past 12 months (newest first). Up to 10 records.
| Crime date | Crime description | Address | Crime category |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a possible medical emergency involving a 55-year-old male was reported near North Division Street at the intersection of Warren Avenue and Piedmont Avenue. | N Division St, Peekskill, NY 10566 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire personnel are dispatched to a reported water problem on an upper floor of a hall on South Street near Pure Street and Union Avenue in Peekskill, New York. | South St, Peekskill, NY 10566 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews are dispatched to a reported water leak on an upper floor of a building on South Street near Depew Street and Union Avenue in Peekskill, New York. | South St, Peekskill, NY 10566 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire units responded to a reported water condition on an upper floor of a building on South Street near Depew Street and Union Avenue in Peekskill, New York. Engine (number withheld) arrived and established command while ladder and other units were placed in or returned to service. | South St, Peekskill, NY 10566 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a traffic stop on the (number withheld) block of Main Street in Peekskill, New York. A backup unit was requested, and the driver of the vehicle was reportedly released with a warning after a license and permit check. | Main St, Peekskill, NY 10566 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were sent to an old elementary school on Mount Avenue in Highland Falls after a school district grounds director reported possible vandalism. A school district employee was reportedly on scene waiting for police to arrive. | School St & Mountain Ave, Highland Falls, NY 10928 | Property Damage |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers issued a be-on-the-lookout for a man reportedly drinking alcohol while driving on Main Street, heading north, with a specific New York vehicle registration reported by a caller. | Main St, Peekskill, NY 10566 | Substance Use |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a possible medical emergency involving an elderly female with face and jaw pain near South Street, Peekskill. | South St Apt 11H, Peekskill, NY 10566 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a possible medical emergency involving a female aged 77 who may have been injured in a fall near John Street and Nelson Avenue in Peekskill. Emergency services dispatched. | John St & Nelson Ave, Peekskill, NY 10566 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a parking complaint in the east lot near Main Street by the police department, reportedly involving a specific numbered parking space. | Main St, Peekskill, NY 10566 | Traffic |
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Median Home Price
$963,515
Average Rent
$4,210
Vacancy Rate
2.8%
Nearby neighborhoods
- Cold Spring, NY (Nelson Corners / North Highland)
- Cortlandt Manor, NY (Furnace Woods / Woodybrook)
- Cortlandt Manor, NY (Pleasantside)
- Croton-on-Hudson, NY (Village Center / Mount Airy)
- New City, NY (Lake Lucille)
- West Point, NY
- Yorktown Heights, NY (Jefferson Valley)
- Yorktown Heights, NY (Kitchawan)
- Yorktown Heights, NY (Yorktown Heights North)
Overview
Centenary is a suburban neighborhood in New City, NY, with mostly large single-family homes and townhomes built between 1970 and 1999.
The area has a low vacancy rate and a high owner occupancy rate, attracting wealthy executives and families.
SuburbanHigh Owner OccupancyLarge HomesExecutive Lifestyle
Quick Facts
| Foreign Born Residents | 27.2% |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Centenary's housing stock is dominated by large detached single-family homes with very high owner occupancy and low vacancy.
| Owner Occupied Rate | Very High |
|---|---|
| Large Homes (4+ bedrooms) | Very High |
| Detached Single-Family Homes | Dominant |
| Housing Age (1970-1999) | Majority |
What buyers will notice right away
Almost all homes are owner occupied, indicating residential stability.
The neighborhood has one of the highest shares of large homes in the U.S.
Nearly all homes are detached single-family residences.
Families & Lifestyle
Centenary attracts wealthy executives and families, with a strong presence of school-aged children and urban sophisticates.
Executive Lifestyle — Rated better for executive lifestyles than 98.2% of New York neighborhoods.
| Executive Occupation Share | 61.8% |
|---|---|
| Child Poverty Rate | 5.7% |
Demographics
| Executive, Management, Professional Occupations | 61.8% |
|---|---|
| Child Poverty Rate | 5.7% |
| Income Level | Top 15% in U.S. |
| Dominican Ancestry | 13.7% |
| Eastern European Ancestry | 3.0% |
| Tagalog Speakers | 3.5% |
| Foreign Born Residents | 27.2% |
| Top Ancestries | ["Asian (15.0%)","Dominican (13.7%)","Italian (13.7%)","Irish (10.8%)","German (7.1%)"] |
Commute
Most residents have moderate commutes, with a majority driving alone to work.
Centenary offers mostly moderate commute times with car-dependent travel.
Shorter Commutes — 33.9% of residents commute 15-30 minutes, shorter than average.
Car-Dependent — Majority drive alone, reflecting suburban character.
| Main Commute Time | 15-30 minutes |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 58.1% |
| Carpool Rate | 7.6% |
| Bus Commute Rate | 5.3% |
Homes for sale near 10922
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Centenary?
The median home price is $963,515, higher than 71.1% of New York neighborhoods.
What types of homes are common here?
Mostly large detached single-family homes and townhomes built between 1970 and 1999.
How diverse is the neighborhood?
27.2% of residents are foreign born, with notable Dominican and Asian ancestries.