New Rochelle was recently ranked 13th on “America’s 50 Best Cities to Live”, New Rochelle melds suburban charm with urban sophistication. Known as the “Queen City of The Sound”, New Rochelle is the most diverse and eclectic city in Westchester County. Situated on the Long Island Sound, New Rochelle boasts over 3 miles of shoreline, sprawling residential neighborhoods, award winning schools, golf and yacht clubs, Montefiore Medical Center, several colleges, private preparatory schools and a bustling downtown district. New Rochelle has become the ideal location for those who commute to New York City and enjoy the conveniences of city living while retaining the hometown feel of a sprawling suburb.
Transportation
The Lombardi is conveniently located two blocks north of I-95 and a 5 minute walk to the New Rochelle Transit Center providing a short 30 minute train ride to Grand Central Terminal. The Transit Center is a major transportation hub containing the Metro North Station and Amtrak Train service to Boston and Washington, DC. Additionally, The Transit Center contains Public and Private Bus Service and Taxi and Limousine service to surrounding areas and New York City.
Need a suggestion for dinner tonight?
New Rochelle’s diverse community boasts a wide range of dining and entertainment options. Whether you crave Italian, Thai, Croatian, Indian, Mexican or Soul Food, there’s something for everyone within city limits.
The Arts Community
In addition to great dining options, New Rochelle is home to one of the largest and prolific Arts communities in the County. New Rochelle’s Council on the Arts, in existence for over 40 years sponsors a vast number of exhibitions, theatrical productions, dance recitals, lectures and concert series.
The School System in New Rochelle is Outstanding!
The City School District of New Rochelle is an award winning school district receiving the Blue Ribbon Award from the US Department of Education on multiple occasions. The Lombardi is a unique residential property which falls within the Lincoln School Zone, which enables residents to select from one of four (4) of New Rochelle’s elementary schools. The rich educational programs offered in each of these unique schools provides a dynamic environment for every child to meet and exceed NYS education standards. The grammar schools that each resident can choose for their children are as follows: William B. Ward Elementary School
