Crestwood
Is Crestwood a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
Explore safety, home prices, commute patterns, and neighborhood insights in Yonkers, New York - so you can decide with confidence before buying or renting.
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe470
Medium388
Low457
Other1691
195 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape81
Child involved55
Assault4
Other70
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
$1,065,674
Average Rent
$6,011
Vacancy Rate
7%
Nearby neighborhoods
Neighborhood Overview
Crestwood is an urban neighborhood in Yonkers, NY, known for its historic homes and high owner occupancy.
The median home price is $1,065,674 with average rent at $6,011, reflecting its affluent character.
Historic HomesHigh Owner OccupancyWealthy Community
Quick Facts
| Owner Occupied Rate | High |
|---|---|
| Vacancy Rate | 7.0% |
Housing market and real estate character
Crestwood features mostly owner-occupied medium to large single-family homes and townhomes, many built before 1940.
| Historic Homes (Built ≤1939) | 56.9% |
|---|
What buyers will notice right away
Many homes date back to 1939 or earlier, offering unique architectural character.
Most homes are owner-occupied, indicating residential stability.
Families & Lifestyle
Crestwood is a wealthy, refined neighborhood with a strong presence of urban sophisticates and families.
Affluent and Educated — Residents are wealthy, highly educated, and engaged in professional careers.
Cultural Sophistication — Neighborhood ranks among top for urban sophisticates with refined tastes.
| Executive & Professional Occupations | 61.5% |
|---|---|
| Childhood Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
Demographics
| Executive, Management & Professional Share | 61.5% |
|---|---|
| Childhood Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| Income Level | Wealthy |
| Top Ancestries | Irish 32.5%, Italian 29.1%, Puerto Rican 6.0%, English 5.8%, German 5.0% |
| Top Languages | English 82.0%, Spanish, Italian |
Commute
Crestwood residents enjoy strong train transit use and mostly moderate commute times.
Crestwood combines historic charm with strong train transit use and moderate commute times.
High Train Ridership — Over a quarter of commuters use the train, exceeding 98% of US neighborhoods.
Moderate Commute Times — Most residents commute between 15 and 30 minutes.
| Drive Alone | 42.2% |
|---|---|
| Train Commute | 27.5% |
| Carpool | 6.8% |
| Main Commute Time | 15-30 minutes |
Homes for sale near 10707
For-sale listings in this zip code. Open a property in HoodScore to run a safety report.
$329,500
3 bd | 2 ba | 1,248 sqft
10707 Jamacha Blvd Space 70
Spring Valley, CA, 91978
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of homes are common in Crestwood?
Mostly medium to large single-family homes and townhomes, many historic.
How do most residents commute?
Many drive alone, but train use is very high at 27.5%.