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Community Profiles
Chappaqua
Chappaqua is a tiny hamlet of 3500 households in the Town of
New Castle. Being situated just nine miles north of the City of White Plains allows for a
speedy commute on Metro North to Manhattan's Grand Central Station.
Chappaqua is extremely proud of its public school system, one
that has consistently been ranked among the nation's top school districts. It includes
three elementary schools, the Bell Middle School, and Greeley High School. Residents feel
strongly about upholding the quality of education here, as evidenced by the fact that the
Chappaqua school budget is always passed, despite nearly 60% of the residents not having
school-age children.The popularity of the school district combined with the proximity to
New York City and the dependable commute have made Chappaqua the fastest growing community
in Westchester County in recent years
The hamlet has a well thought out master plan which has
benefited both residents and businesses alike. Chappaqua grew from its beginnings as a
Quaker farming community into a retreat for well-heeled New York bankers and lawyers
looking for vast amounts of farmland for country estates. Among those who made Chappaqua
their home were Billy Rose, the impresario and theatrical producer, A.H. Smith, president
of the New York Central Railroad, and Henry S. Glazier, an investment banker. Much of
Chappaqua's rural beauty is still intact today, protected by rolling hills and strict
environmental and architectural review. Much of the new housing is tucked into these
hills, developments that newcomers find hard to spot. Housing styles range from vintage
and antique homes to condominium developments and contemporary masterpieces.
Area amenities include swim and tennis clubs, golf courses,
health clubs, two theater companies, a 102,000 book library, and a resident chamber
orchestra. The New Castle recreation department provides numerous programs for residents
from tots to seniors. And the most advanced medical care can be found at Northern
Westchester Hospital and the Westchester County Medical Center, both located nearby. Easy
access to New York City, upstate New York recreation areas, New England, Connecticut and
New Jersey is available via railroad, bus or highways.
Chappaqua has managed to combine the warmth, charm and
security of a small New England community with the convenience of being only 45 minutes
from Broadway.
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