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Greenwich – Byram, CT vs Port Chester

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
7/10
Commute to New York City
68 min
67 min
Median home price
$1.1M
$712K
Annual property tax
$14K
$18K
Walk score
52
72
Density
urban
urban

Summary: Port Chester leads in 3 of 6 metrics. It edges out on commute to new york city, median home price, walk score. The best choice depends on your family's priorities.

Character & vibe

Greenwich – Byram, CT

Greenwich's most urban and eclectic neighborhood — a dense, walkable community with a real street market, IB school, and waterfront at Byram Shore Park. The anti-backcountry Greenwich.

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Port Chester

Connecticut border town with a remarkable food scene built by its Latin American community. The cheapest Metro-North stop in Westchester by far and a restaurant scene that punches way above its weight.

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Who should pick which?

Pick Greenwich – Byram, CT if you...

  • ·Prioritize top-rated schools above all else
  • ·Want lower annual property taxes

Pick Port Chester if you...

  • ·Want the shortest commute to New York City
  • ·Need to keep your home budget in check
  • ·Value walkability and a pedestrian-friendly downtown

Still deciding?

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