White Plains offers a diverse range of housing options, including large apartment buildings, duplexes, and single detached homes with mostly one- and two-bedroom layouts. This postal city features convenient access to public transit with two train stations and around 30 bus lines nearby, enhancing regional connectivity. Local schools provide both public and private education choices at elementary and high school levels. Numerous grocery stores and roughly 20 coffee shops support everyday needs close to residential areas. Nearby parks like Cranberry Lake Preserve and Gillie Park add green space opportunities, contributing to the calm and tranquil atmosphere that characterizes this community.
People who prefer a slower-paced environment will enjoy White Plains. There are a few green spaces close by for residents to relax in, like Strauss Park and Cranberry Lake Preserve, which makes it very easy to get to them. This part of the Greater New York metropolitan area is reasonably quiet overall, as there tend to be low levels of noise from traffic - although that is not the case near Cross Westchester Expy, Gov Thomas E Dewey Thruway or the railway line.
Parks, schools, dining, and what makes this neighborhood special
Located just beyond the southern edge of Old Oak Ridge, the White Plains Metro-North station offers residents one of the highest train-to-work commuter percentages in the nation—around 13.3%—making the neighborhood highly accessible for professionals heading into the city.
Serving the Old Oak Ridge area, White Plains Senior High School (GreatSchools rating 7) and White Plains Middle School (rating 4) are highly regarded public schools within half a mile, offering strong student–teacher ratios and quality academics for families.
Colonial Road runs through Old Oak Ridge and features several grand, architecturally significant estates—such as a majestic Phillips Brooks Nichols stone colonial on 1.1 acres at 14 Colonial Road and a 5,500 sq ft home at 31 Colonial Road—highlighting the neighborhood’s elegant, historic residential character.
While not inside Old Oak Ridge proper, the nearby Crossroads Shopping Center on Route 119 offers convenient access to major retail chains like PetSmart and Old Navy, providing practical shopping options just a short drive from the neighborhood.
Old Oak Ridge boasts a remarkably high bicycle commuter rate—3.7% of residents bike to work, placing it among the top neighborhoods in the U.S. for cycling—reflecting its quieter streetscape and bike-friendly layout ideal for active residents.
Things to do, events, and what's happening this month
A beloved multi‑day community festival featuring live Italian and American music, children’s games, outdoor dancing, food, desserts, and a Sunday religious procession—perfect for families and neighbors in Old Oak Ridge.
View event details →A weekly mid‑summer farmers market offering fresh local produce, baked goods, cheeses, plants and more—ideal for residents looking to shop seasonally and support regional vendors close to home.
View event details →Live reenactment of the first public reading of the Declaration, parade, wreath‑laying, and colonial‑era activities—a rich, educational celebration of local history just minutes from Old Oak Ridge.
View event details →A family‑friendly summer street festival with live music, dining, art activities, cornhole and mini‑golf—great for neighbors to gather, enjoy dinner and entertainment just a short walk away.
View event details →A weekend market featuring handcrafted goods, live art demonstrations, interactive craft activities and local food vendors—ideal for families and local shoppers seeking unique artisan fare nearby.
View event details →A creative program for kids and families featuring a read‑aloud and art project inspired by Josef Albers’s 'Homage to the Square'—perfect for a fun, educational afternoon in the library.
View event details →Stories, updates, and things to know in Old Oak Ridge
Local characteristics and demographics for Old Oak Ridge
