Lower Hudson Valley
Mount Kisco, New York
Village in Westchester County
A northern Westchester village with a busy crossroads downtown
Mount Kisco is an incorporated village in the Town of Bedford and Town of New Castle, straddling the border between them. Its downtown at the intersection of Routes 117 and 133 serves a wide area of northern Westchester.
History & Local Character
Mount Kisco grew as a crossroads village in the 19th century, with mills, a railroad and a commercial center serving surrounding farms. It incorporated in 1975.
Housing & Real Estate
The village mixes single-family houses, townhouses and apartment buildings near the downtown, with a substantial stock of mid-century homes.
Restaurants & Shopping
Main Street and East Main Street hold a wide range of restaurants, from Italian and Thai to bakeries and cafes, serving the village and nearby towns.
Schools & Education
The village is served by the Bedford Central School District, with elementary schools and Fox Lane campus nearby.
Parks & Recreation
Village parks include Leonard Park and the Mount Kisco Recreation Area, with the North County Trailway nearby for cycling and walking.
Transportation & Accessibility
Metro-North's Harlem Line stops in Mount Kisco, with buses along Route 117 and the Saw Mill River Parkway to the west.
Local Businesses
Restaurants, shops, medical practices, law offices and contractors line Main Street and Route 117, supported by the village's role as a service center.
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Nearby Attractions
- Leonard Park
- North County Trailway
- Bedford village
- Katonah Museum of Art
Advantages & Considerations
Advantages
- Central northern Westchester location
- Walkable downtown with strong services
- Harlem Line rail access
Considerations
- Traffic at the Route 117 crossroads
- High housing costs
- Limited rental options
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Mount Kisco a village?
Yes. Mount Kisco is an incorporated village that lies partly in the Town of Bedford and partly in the Town of New Castle.
Which school district serves Mount Kisco?
The Bedford Central School District serves the village.