Known as "the city of homes," Mount Vernon sits just north of the Bronx with a rich history dating back to 1664. This small but densely populated city offers a convenient location for commuters, with three Metro-North Harlem Line stations - Mount Vernon East, Mount Vernon West, and Fleetwood - providing access to Manhattan in under 30 minutes. Mount Vernon's compact 4.4 square miles contains distinct neighborhoods, each with its own character and housing options.

The city features diverse rental options from boutique apartment buildings to single-family homes and townhouses. North Side neighborhoods like Fleetwood, with its Art Deco apartment buildings, and Chester Heights, known for its historic homes and quiet streets, offer tree-lined blocks with co-op buildings. The South Side provides more affordable rental options near the commercial hub of Third Avenue and East Sandford Boulevard. Mount Vernon Heights, with its elevated terrain, features a bustling commercial corridor along Sandford Boulevard with local shops and services.

Mount Vernon's strategic location provides excellent transportation access with its Metro-North stations and Bee-Line bus routes connecting residents to White Plains, New Rochelle, and New York City. The city's Willson's Woods Park, a 23-acre county park, features an aquatic complex with water slides, a wave pool, and spray deck, along with picnic areas and walking paths. Major employers include Mount Vernon Hospital, part of the Montefiore Health System, and manufacturing and distribution companies in the industrial district. Average rents range from approximately $1,600 for studios to $2,500 for three-bedroom units, making it more affordable than neighboring communities like Bronxville and New Rochelle.