Pelham, Westchester County, New York, is a close-knit, family-centered community in the southern tip of the county that consistently ranks among the best places to raise a family in New York State. Comprising the villages of Pelham and Pelham Manor, this small but fiercely proud community punches well above its weight in school quality, recreational programming, and civic engagement. Pelham Manor’s stately early 20th-century homes on broad, shaded streets are among the most attractive residential streetscapes in Westchester, while Pelham village’s downtown offers convenient shopping and a community feel reminiscent of a smaller era. Hunter Island and Twin Island — accessible via Pelham Bay Park just across the city line — provide waterfront recreation, and the Metro-North New Haven Line delivers commuters to Grand Central in under 30 minutes. For families who want top schools, strong community bonds, and swift Manhattan access, Pelham remains one of Westchester County’s finest and most enduring choices.