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East Hills, NY vs Old Westbury

Two popular NJ suburbs of New York City, side by side. Here's how they compare on the metrics that matter most to families.

School rating
10/10
9/10
Commute to New York City
75 min
76 min
Median home price
$1.3M
$2.8M
Annual property tax
$18K
$63K
Walk score
22
25
Density
suburban
exurban

Summary: East Hills, NY leads in 4 of 6 metrics. It edges out on school rating, commute to new york city, median home price, annual property tax. The best choice depends on your family's priorities.

Character & vibe

East Hills, NY

Roslyn School District's most distinctive incorporated village — minimum 1-acre lots, private community pool and beach clubs, and the most competitive real estate market in Nassau's Gold Coast.

community

Old Westbury

Gold Coast estate country. The Phipps family, J.P. Morgan connections, polo fields. Old Westbury Gardens is a landmark. Two-acre minimums, horse trails, and the kind of privacy that doesn't advertise.

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Who should pick which?

Pick East Hills, NY if you...

  • ·Prioritize top-rated schools above all else
  • ·Want the shortest commute to New York City
  • ·Need to keep your home budget in check
  • ·Want lower annual property taxes

Pick Old Westbury if you...

  • ·Value walkability and a pedestrian-friendly downtown
  • ·Want more space and a quieter pace

Still deciding?

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