Dorchester Gardens

2241 Palmer Ave, New Rochelle, NY 10801

Condo Building In New Rochelle

Units

120

Stories

4

Year Built

1968

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Units for Rent

1 Available Units

Dorchester Gardens

104,496

Total Sq Ft

Cooperative

Building Type

Archer Property Management

Property Manager

Dorchester Gardens, a 4-story co-op building completed in 1968, stands as a testament to mid-century residential architecture in New Rochelle, New York. Located on Palmer Avenue, this 120-unit complex offers a variety of living spaces from studios to two-bedroom apartments. The building's design, while not particularly striking, blends seamlessly with the surrounding neighborhood, providing residents with a comfortable and convenient home base in the evolving Sun Haven/Homestead Park area.

Dorchester Gardens is a condominium located in Westchester and the 10801 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Westchester County attendance zone.

Building Amenities

  • Balcony
  • Clubhouse
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Fitness Center
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Microwave
  • Picnic Area
  • Pool
  • Sauna
  • Grill
  • Walking/Biking Trails
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Tile Floors
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Range
  • Tub/Shower
  • Storage Space
  • Elevator
  • Freezer
  • Patio
  • Public Transportation

Location

2241 Palmer, New Rochelle,
NY 10801

Neighborhood

New Rochelle, situated along Long Island Sound, combines historic charm with modern living just 17 miles from Midtown Manhattan. With convenient Metro-North and Amtrak connections, this waterfront community founded in 1688 by Huguenot settlers offers apartments across its diverse neighborhoods, from shoreline areas to residential streets lined with mature trees.

Apartment residents enjoy 230 acres of public parkland, including the scenic Glen Island Park beach. The downtown area features New Roc City entertainment complex, local shops, and dining options. The Metro-North station provides a 35-minute commute to Grand Central Terminal, while drivers can access I-95 and the Hutchinson River Parkway. Educational institutions in the area include Iona University and Monroe College. As of 2023, rental prices start around $2,175 for studios and $2,584 for one-bedroom apartments.

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Education

College & Universities Distance

Drive: 3 mins drive / 1.3 away
1.3 mi
Drive: 5 mins drive / 2.3 away
2.3 mi
Drive: 6 mins drive / 2.5 away
2.5 mi
Drive: 12 mins drive / 6.0 away
6.0 mi

Dorchester Gardens is within 3 minutes or 1.3 miles from Monroe College, New Rochelle. It is also near Iona College and The College of New Rochelle.

Transportation

Transportation options available in New Rochelle include Eastchester-Dyre Ave, located 4.9 miles from Dorchester Gardens.

Transit/Subway Distance

Drive: 9 mins drive / 4.9 away
4.9 mi
Drive: 10 mins drive / 5.5 away
5.5 mi
Drive: 10 mins drive / 5.6 away
5.6 mi
Drive: 11 mins drive / 6.0 away
6.0 mi
Drive: 12 mins drive / 6.3 away
6.3 mi

Commuter Rail Distance

Walk: 16 mins walk / 0.9 away
0.9 mi
Drive: 3 mins drive / 1.4 away
1.4 mi
Drive: 6 mins drive / 3.3 away
3.3 mi
Drive: 7 mins drive / 3.1 away
3.1 mi
Drive: 9 mins drive / 4.2 away
4.2 mi
Dorchester Gardens is near Westchester County, located 14.5 miles or 25 minutes away, and LaGuardia, located 16.4 miles or 29 minutes away.

Airports Distance

Westchester County
Drive: 25 mins drive / 14.5 away
14.5 mi
LaGuardia
Drive: 29 mins drive / 16.4 away
16.4 mi
Getting Around
Moderately Walkable
Walkability
70 / 100
Some Public Transit
Transit
40 / 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90 / 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
50 / 100

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from Dorchester Gardens.

Shopping Centers Distance

Walk: 6 mins walk / 0.3 away
0.3 mi
Walk: 8 mins walk / 0.4 away
0.4 mi
Walk: 9 mins walk / 0.5 away
0.5 mi
Dorchester Gardens has 3 shopping centers within 0.5 mile, which is about a 9-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.

Parks & Recreation Distance

Davenport Neck Bird Sanctuary
Drive: 4 mins drive / 2.1 away
2.1 mi
Sheldrake Environmental Center
Drive: 5 mins drive / 2.2 away
2.2 mi
Ward Acres
Drive: 8 mins drive / 3.0 away
3.0 mi
Otter Creek Preserve
Drive: 9 mins drive / 4.3 away
4.3 mi
Weinberg Nature Center
Drive: 11 mins drive / 4.4 away
4.4 mi
Dorchester Gardens has 5 parks within 4.4 miles, including Davenport Neck Bird Sanctuary, Sheldrake Environmental Center, and Ward Acres.

Hospitals Distance

Drive: 4 mins drive / 1.8 away
1.8 mi
Drive: 9 mins drive / 4.7 away
4.7 mi
Drive: 16 mins drive / 8.1 away
8.1 mi
Dorchester Gardens has 3 hospitals within 8.1 miles, the nearest is Montefiore New Rochelle Hospital which is 1.8 miles away and a 4 minute drive.

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