Neighborhood in Yonkers, NY
Is Cedar Knolls a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe462
Medium340
Low445
Other1511
206 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape85
Child involved55
Assault4
Other78
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, fire crews are dispatched to a possible carbon monoxide issue at an apartment on Palmer Avenue near Delancey Avenue and East Coast Avenue, with no symptoms reported. | Palmer Ave Apt 10, Mamaroneck, NY 10543 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, responders dispatched to assist a 57-year-old woman at 9 Willow Drive, first floor, near Hemlock Place and Leland Avenue. | Willow Dr, New Rochelle, NY 10805 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, units are dispatched to a possible commercial fire alarm activation at a business on North Broadway in Yonkers. | N Broadway, Yonkers, NY 10701 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were directed to the local firehouse to help county units with a traffic stop related to a possible road rage incident in Eastchester. | Main St, Eastchester, NY 10709 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers checked a disabled Volvo with a flat tire on westbound Seminary Avenue in Yonkers. | Seminary Ave, Yonkers, NY 10704 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a possible failure to comply with a traffic stop involving a white Toyota traveling southbound on the Saw Mill River Parkway near the West Side area in Yonkers. | Saw Mill Riv Pkwy, Yonkers, NY | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services responded to a report of a person passed out near Brookline Road in Scarsdale. The person was found breathing and conscious. The caller reportedly hung up on officers from state police. | Brookline Rd, Scarsdale, NY 10583 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical emergency was reported for a person passed out near Brookline Road and Pinecrest Road in Scarsdale. | Pinecrest Rd, Scarsdale, NY 10583 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire units respond to a reported commercial alarm at an urgent care clinic near Pelham Parkway in Pelham, New York. | Pelham Pkwy, Pelham, NY 10803 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, mutual-aid medical units are dispatched to an address on Pelham Road in New Rochelle for a 26-year-old woman with a possible heart attack inside an apartment building. | Pelham Rd Apt 1N, New Rochelle, NY 10805 | Medical Emergency |
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Median Home Price
$612,566
Average Rent
$2,911
Vacancy Rate
4.3%
Train Commute Rate
38.3%
Nearby neighborhoods
Overview of Cedar Knolls
Cedar Knolls is an urban neighborhood in Yonkers, NY, with a median home price of $612,566 and average rent of $2,911. It features many historic homes built before 1940.
The neighborhood has a moderate vacancy rate and a high percentage of residents commuting by train. It is culturally diverse with notable Romanian and Irish ancestries.
UrbanHistoric HomesTrain CommuteModerate Vacancy
Housing market and real estate character
Cedar Knolls features a large share of historic homes and a moderate vacancy rate, reflecting steady demand.
| Homes Built 1939 or Earlier | 57.9% |
|---|---|
| Owner Occupied Rate | Majority owner occupied |
| Housing Age | Many homes built before 1940 and between 1940-1969 |
What buyers will notice right away
High concentration of older homes with architectural character.
Moderate vacancy rate suggests balanced supply and demand.
Families and Lifestyle
Cedar Knolls is an upper-middle income neighborhood with low child poverty and a strong presence of urban sophisticates.
Cultural Sophistication — Residents enjoy arts, theater, and refined urban lifestyles.
Active Retirees — The neighborhood is also popular among active retirees.
| Child Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
|---|---|
| Urban Sophisticates | Higher than 99.3% of US neighborhoods |
Demographics
| Income Level | Higher than 82.4% of US neighborhoods |
|---|---|
| Occupations | 62.0% executive/management/professional; 21.9% sales/service; 9.0% manufacturing/labor; 7.1% clerical/assistant/tech support |
| Irish Ancestry | 27.5% |
| Romanian Ancestry | 2.2% |
| Foreign Born | 17.1% |
| Languages Spoken | 73.0% English, 4.0% Persian, Spanish, German/Yiddish, Italian |
Commute
Many Cedar Knolls residents commute by train, with a typical commute time of 45-60 minutes.
Cedar Knolls offers excellent train access, reducing commuting costs and environmental impact.
High Train Ridership — Among the highest train commute rates in the US.
Balanced Car Use — Significant share also drives alone to work.
Longer Commutes — Many residents have commutes longer than average.
| Train Commute Rate | 38.3% |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 37.4% |
| Main Commute Time | 45-60 minutes |
Homes for sale near 10708
For-sale listings in this zip code. Open a property in HoodScore to run a safety report.
$1,300,000
3 bd | 2 ba | 1,456 sqft
10708 OLD SNOHOMISH MONROE ROAD
Snohomish, WA, 98290
$230,000
1 bd | 1 ba | 668 sqft
10708 Kings Riding Way Unit T-2-19
Bethesda, MD, 20894
$309,900
2 bd | 2 ba | 1,170 sqft
10708 Valley Forge Cir #708
King Of Prussia, PA, 19406
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the housing stock like in Cedar Knolls?
Mostly historic homes built before 1940, with some built between 1940 and 1969.
How do most residents commute?
A large share take the train, with many commuting 45-60 minutes.
What is the income level in Cedar Knolls?
Above average income with very low child poverty.