Where do New Yorkers go after the rat race is won?<\/p>\n
While there is nowhere that compares to New York City, the call of the quaint and the quiet, not to mention the lure of lawns and leafy streets, has long drawn urbanites to the outskirts. <\/p>\n
To help city slickers choose an aspirational outskirt, HGTV ranked the top twenty in the nation<\/a> \u2014 and unsurprisingly, the top six slots are dominated by NYC suburbs.<\/p>\n To help city slickers choose an aspiratonal outskirt, HGTV ranked the top twenty in the nation and the top six slots are dominated by NYC suburbs. Nick Starichenko \u2013 stock.adobe.com<\/p>\n \u201cThough city living has its perks, living in a suburban neighborhood has plenty of advantages, too,\u201d said HGTV.<\/p>\n \u201cSuburban neighborhoods often offer residents more indoor and outdoor space and, in many instances, a lower cost of living,\u201d they continued, noting that trading traffic for trees need not come at the expense of quality dining and recreation options.<\/p>\n \u201cIn fact, many suburban neighborhoods have top-notch entertainment, seasonal festivals and enriching theater programs,\u201d they promised. <\/p>\n With the know-how of real estate experts at Suburban Jungle<\/a>, the top spots are spread across New York, New Jersey and Connecticut.<\/p>\n Chappaqua, NY <\/p>\n A quaint hamlet 30 miles north of NYC, Chappaqua is beloved for its expansive nature trails and walkable downtown, which helped it earn the number one spot on HGTV\u2019s list.<\/p>\n A less-than-an-hour commute to Manhattan makes Chappaqua an easy choice, while the promise of educational excellence is pure parent bait, as the small town boasts some of the best schools in the country.<\/p>\n Chappaqua is pure parent bait, boasting some of the best schools in the country. Marianne Campolongo \u2013 stock.adobe.com<\/p>\n The tightnight community of roughly 3,000 is bound together by wealth and a predictable love of seasonal festivals and farmers\u2019 markets. <\/p>\n Though Chappaqua might be best known for septuagenarian residents Bill and Hillary Clinton, the median age is just 45.8.<\/p>\n The median household income is $220,139, while the median home value is $740,300, per GOBankingRates.<\/p>\n Larchmont, NY<\/p>\n Larchmont, on Long Island Sound, was also recognized for its suburban superiority. <\/p>\n Just 30 minutes from Manhattan, Larchmont\u2019s culture centers on water sports like boating, paddleboarding, and kayaking.<\/p>\n Larchmont, on Long Island Sound, was also recognized for its suburban superiority. Leon718 \u2013 stock.adobe.com<\/p>\n Residents and visitors alike favor Larchmont Manor Park, framed by 5,000 feet of shoreline and famed for its natural stone sculptures carved by glacial rock. <\/p>\n The Larchmont food scene is good and getting better; Michelin-starred Chef Michael Psilakis is slated to open his Greek-inspired restaurant Kl\u0113ma<\/a> in the coming weeks. <\/p>\n Summit, NJ<\/p>\n True to its name, Summit made the top 3 for covetable suburbs. <\/p>\n Just under an hour from NYC, Summit has grown increasingly popular over the past two decades. <\/p>\n Just under an hour from NYC, Summit has grown increasingly popular over the past two decades. @AZacharyZ\/Wikimedia<\/p>\n \u201cThis Union County suburb has long been a favorite for city dwellers seeking a little breathing room \u2013 but not at the expense of culture, coffee, or community,\u201d reports Suburban Jungle. <\/p>\n \u201cWith its walkable downtown, top-rated schools, and tree-lined streets, this Union County suburb tops countless city families\u2019 lists \u2013 many who start planning a move as soon as they visit.\u201d\u00a0 <\/p>\n Port Washington, NY<\/p>\n Port Washington, on Long Island\u2019s north shore, is chock full of literary lore: The Sands Point Peninsula inspired the East Egg neighborhood in F. Scott Fitzgerald\u2019s novel, The Great Gatsby. <\/p>\n The former sand-mining town, located just 17 miles from NYC, also draws commuters with its renowned school system and waterfront charm. <\/p>\n Port Washington is home to 15,846 residents who call the town simply \u201cPort.\u201d @AITFFan1\/Wikimedia<\/p>\n Port Washington is home to 15,846 residents who call the town simply \u201cPort.\u201d<\/p>\n \u201cKnown for its walkable downtown, buzzy restaurant scene, and serious waterfront vibes, Port has long been a top pick for New Yorkers craving space without sacrificing style,\u201d praises Suburban Jungle<\/a>, which describes the town\u2019s aesthetic as \u201csuburbs but make it chic.\u201d<\/p>\n Greenwich, CT<\/p>\n Rich and renowned, Greenwich is not only an aspirational NYC suburb but one of the most sought-after communities in the United States.<\/p>\n Known for its constellation of mansions and the occasional high-profile murder,<\/a> Greenwich is home to roughly 63,000 people, the majority of them well-heeled nature lovers who find refuge from city life in the town\u2019s 300-acre Bannock Preserve and the Audubon Center. <\/p>\n Rich and renowned, Greenwich is not only an aspirational NYC suburb but one of the most sought-after communities in the United States. Cavan \u2013 stock.adobe.com<\/p>\n Earlier this summer, Greenwich condos began selling for as much as $12 million<\/a>, blowing past the town\u2019s previous record condo sale of $6.75 million by nearly 50 percent. <\/p>\n