Irvington, NY

This charming village falls in the string of coveted locations along the Hudson River, and has become a popular commuter town over the last two decades. Just 2.8-square miles, Irvington (pop. 6,587) has remained pleasantly frozen in another time, and has carefully dodged the encroachment of big box stores, chain grocers and multiplex theaters in favor of small shops, family-run restaurants and a classic taste of unpretentious Americana living just 40 minutes from the hustle and bustle of Manhattan. In 2010 Westchester magazine ranked Irvington #1 in its “Best Places to Live” issue.