Riverdale is one of the most beautiful and scenic locations in New York City. Its parks, nature preserves and outdoor recreational opportunities are second to none in New York City. Riverdale residents enjoy local dining and shopping as well as shopping in the nearby Westchester malls. National brands include Starbucks, Target, Loehman’s, Whole Foods, Ann Taylor Loft, Nike, Nordstrom, Neiman Marcus, Fortunoff’s, Gap, and Morton's Steakhouse.
Riverdale contains many local houses of worship for all faiths and some of the finest public and private schools including PS 24, Fieldston, Riverdale Country, Horace Mann, and SAR. With multiple transportation options at their doorstep to get to Midtown Manhattan, Westchester, Greenwich, and Northern New Jersey within minutes, residents can both decompress when they get home and get to work or Broadway entertainment with ease. Commuters can choose from Metro North, the NYC Subway, MTA Express Buses or the convenience of the Solaria Commuter Shuttle.