Distance
30 miles
Major Shift
"Space & Nature"
Top Benefit
"Quality of Life"
The Logistics
Door-to-door, your commute might barely change if you're coming from UES or UWS to Midtown. The express train is faster than a taxi in rush hour traffic. You're trading vertical travel (elevators) for horizontal travel (trains).
The Lifestyle Shift
Space. Unapologetic space. No more fighting for a spot at the playground. No more carrying groceries up stairs. You get a mudroom, a laundry room that isn't in a closet, and silence.
Local Expert Insight
"Don't underestimate the quiet. Some Manhattanites find the silence at night deafening at first. You'll get used to it - and then you'll never want to go back."
Why Manhattan Families Choose Greenwich
- 1
Tax Savings
Stop paying the NYC City Tax. For high earners, this move often pays for itself in tax savings alone.
- 2
Private School Caliber Public Schools
Greenwich High offers APs, specialized sports, and facilities that rival pristine Manhattan private schools - for free.
- 3
Club Culture
If you enjoy private clubs in the city, Greenwich's country and yacht clubs offer a similar social structure with better golf and sailing.
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Common Questions
What about the culture shock?
It's minimal. half your stunning neighbors are also former Manhattanites. You'll hear the same conversations about markets and art, just in a garden instead of a rooftop.
Is childcare hard to find?
We have excellent au pair networks, daycare centers, and preschools. Plus, many homes have space for a live-in nanny.
What is the gym scene like?
Very strong. You have Equinox, specialized pilates studios (Solidcore, Club Pilates), SoulCycle, and incredible private training facilities.
Is it safe?
Extremely. Greenwich is consistently ranked as one of the safest towns in America. You'll see neighbors walking dogs at 10 PM without worry.
Do I have to do yard work?
No. Almost everyone hires landscaping services for weekly maintenance, plowing, and fall cleanup. It's a standard expense here.