Real Estate Investing in Ardsley, New York (10502)

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Westchester County • Population: 5,875 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 10502 (Ardsley, NY)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
GOOD FIT
Grade B (72/100)

Solid choice — values are growing steadily and the market is stable enough to buy with confidence.

📈 For Investors
MIXED
3.0 / 5 (47/100)

A middle-of-the-road market. Workable, but the best opportunities may be nearby ZIPs rather than this one.

⚠️ Risks to Know
2 flags
  • Tenant-protective state: Landlord rating 1.0/5 — slower evictions, more regulations.
  • High price-to-rent: Price-to-rent ratio 29.4 — hard to cash-flow at these prices.

• Modeled rent — no observed market rent for this ZIP; the figure is estimated from HUD fair-market rent.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

Overall investment appeal

3.0/ 5

Appreciation

Long-term value growth

3.0/ 5

Cashflow ROI

Rental yield potential

Avg Home Value $1,088,740
Avg Monthly Rent $3,087
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $244,792
% Renters 17.6%

Market Analysis: 10502 Ardsley

This part of Westchester County is not an easy win. The 10502 ZIP stands at softness in key indicators, and the playbook that works in cleaner markets often stalls here.

Distressed does not mean uninvestable. It means the margin for error is thinner. ZIP 10502 rewards the prepared, punishes the overconfident, and leaves the math unchanged either way.

In the broader NY picture, 10502 is a reminder that not every low-priced ZIP is a value-add opportunity — some are simply distressed, and the difference matters.

A solid renter share of 18% in 10502 is not, on its own, a problem — but paired with below-average income and high mobility, it changes the operating playbook.

The right play in 10502 usually involves deep tenant screening, aggressive delinquency response, and a conservative capex buffer. Anything less, and the discount can turn into a trap.

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🏦 Current 30-yr Fixed Mortgage Rate: 6.76% as of Sep 10 Source: Freddie Mac PMMS

Here's what matters if you're considering buying a home in Ardsley:

C+ Average
Buy Confidence Score: 69/100
Affordability
15/25
Appreciation
22/25
Stability
9/20
Timing
8/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Moderate
Homes cost 4.4× the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+12.7%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $3,087/mo if you need to move
Market Conditions
BALANCED
Even conditions for buyers and sellers
Bottom Line: Mixed signals in this market. Research specific properties carefully and be prepared to negotiate.
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Property Strategy for 10502

Which property type performs best in this market?

Best for Cash Flow
3BR
3.4% cap rate
Best for Appreciation
3BR
+7.4% 5yr CAGR
Best Overall Value
4BR
$286,370/bedroom
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Type Median Value Est. Rent Cap Rate 5yr CAGR $/Bedroom
3BR $904,758 $4,300 3.4% +7.4% $301,586
4BR $1,145,478 $4,670 2.9% +7.3% $286,370

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$1.1M$1.0M$893K$774K$656K$538KJul 2006Jul 2016Jul 2026

📊 How Does 10502 Compare?

Metric 10502 Ardsley New York
Home Value $1,088,740 $1,088,740 $505,608
5-Year CAGR 5.7% 5.7% 6.6%
Avg Rent $3,087 $3,087 -
Cap Rate 2.2% 2.2% -
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With a 3/5 investability rating, this ZIP shows solid fundamentals for buy-and-hold investors.

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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
2.2%
Low
5yr Growth
+5.7%
Moderate

📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $1,088,740
Monthly Rent $3,087
Price-to-Rent 29.4:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 3.4%
Cap Rate 2.2%
5-Year IRR 7.9%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +12.7% ▲
3-Year CAGR +8.2% ▲
5-Year CAGR +5.7% ▲
10-Year CAGR +4.1% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 2.2%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (2.2%). Financing reduces your cash-on-cash return below the cap rate. Markets like this may still make sense as IRR plays — factoring in appreciation, depreciation, and a future refinance when rates drop.

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⚠️ Risk Signals

Composite view of factors that can impact a ZIP's stability and your downside risk.

Vacancy
4.1%
Low risk
Landlord Climate
1.0/5
Protective
Value Trend (5yr)
+5.7%
Stable
Eviction process: Slow Rent control: Unfavorable

Demographics in 10502

Population: 5,875

💰 Median Household Income
$244,792
This area
$244,792
State
$86,376
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
17.6%
This area
17.6%
State
26.4%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
5.0%
This area
5.0%
State
-24.2%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
76.3%
This area
76.3%
State
4.2%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
42.9 years
This area
42.9 years
State
7.4 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
4.1%
This area
4.1%
State
19.4%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 71.1%
Asian 12.4%
Other/Mixed 12.2%
Black/African American 4.4%
Hispanic/Latino 4.3%
👶 Under 18
27.4%
This area
27.4%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
20.5%
This area
20.5%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
0.5%
This area
0.5%
USA
11.5%

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🎓 Schools in 10502

A+ Avg School Grade
3 Schools
10.7:1 Avg Class Size
$32,892 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

A+ Excellent

ARDSLEY HIGH SCHOOL

📚 09 – 12 High School
👥
748 Students
👨‍🏫
9.5:1 Class Size
💰
$32,892 Per Student
A+ Excellent

ARDSLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL

📚 05 – 08 School
👥
766 Students
👨‍🏫
10.9:1 Class Size
💰
$32,892 Per Student
A+ Excellent

CONCORD ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

📚 K – 04 Elementary
👥
810 Students
👨‍🏫
11.8:1 Class Size
💰
$32,892 Per Student

Nearby Schools (5 more)

Schools in adjacent ZIP codes that may serve this area

A+ Excellent

DOBBS FERRY HIGH SCHOOL

📚 09 – 12 High School
📍 505 BROADWAY, DOBBS FERRY
👥
438 Students
👨‍🏫
9.4:1 Class Size
💰
$39,805 Per Student
A+ Excellent

DOBBS FERRY MIDDLE SCHOOL

📚 06 – 08 Middle
📍 505 BROADWAY, DOBBS FERRY
👥
341 Students
👨‍🏫
9.0:1 Class Size
💰
$39,805 Per Student
A+ Excellent

FARRAGUT MIDDLE SCHOOL

📚 05 – 08 School
📍 27 FARRAGUT AVE, HASTINGS ON HUDSON
👥
529 Students
👨‍🏫
9.7:1 Class Size
💰
$38,885 Per Student
A+ Excellent

GREENACRES SCHOOL

📚 K – 05 Elementary
📍 41 HUNTINGTON AVE, SCARSDALE
👥
347 Students
👨‍🏫
11.4:1 Class Size
💰
$37,096 Per Student
A+ Excellent

GREENVILLE SCHOOL

📚 K – 06 School
📍 100 GLENDALE RD, SCARSDALE
👥
532 Students
👨‍🏫
11.3:1 Class Size
💰
$31,494 Per Student
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We evaluate schools based on factors that research shows actually impact educational outcomes:

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  • School Funding — Resources available for programs, staff, and facilities
  • Community Factors — Neighborhood characteristics that influence student success
  • School Environment — Size, type, and structure

Scores are updated annually using federal education data.

🎓 Nearby Colleges & Universities

8 Nearby 2,907 Off-Campus Students
C+
Westchester School for Medical & Dental Assistants
35 students · 0.9 mi
C
Mercy University
8,774 students · 1.9 mi
C
Saint Vladimirs Orthodox Theological Seminary
90 students · 3.0 mi
D
The College of Westchester
891 students · 3.3 mi
C
New York School of Esthetics & Day Spa
164 students · 3.5 mi
C
Cochran School of Nursing
112 students · 3.7 mi
C
Culinary Tech Center
44 students · 3.8 mi
C
SUNY Westchester Community College
9,031 students · 4.8 mi

Investor Insight: With 2,907 students living off-campus nearby, this area has strong rental demand from the college population.

Frequently Asked Questions

What real estate strategy is ideal for Ardsley, NY?

For Ardsley, NY, careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management is the standard investor playbook. The market structure makes it a reasonable default approach.

What do landlords charge for rent in Ardsley, NY?

Rent in Ardsley, NY is around $3,087/mo. The resulting rent-to-value relationship with $1.1M pricing is reasonable for most investor models.

How deep is the rental pool in Ardsley, NY?

The tenant pool in Ardsley, NY is solid, supported by local employment and population fundamentals. Rents of $3,087/mo are well-absorbed by the market.

How viable is house hacking in Ardsley, NY?

House hacking in Ardsley, NY is a tougher. With home values around $1.1M and rents at $3,087/mo, owner-occupants can offset a meaningful share of PITI.

How strong is Ardsley, NY for real estate investors?

Ardsley, NY rates 3.0/5 for investability. With median values at $1.1M and rents near $3,087/mo, the market offers reasonable fundamentals for rental investors.

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