Eastchester New York Map

About Eastchester, New York

Eastchester is a locality in Bronx County, New York, United States. Eastchester is located at 40.8876°N, 73.8329°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 10709.

Eastchester unfolds across a terrain that gently rolls, a landscape softened by the passage of time and the steady work of water. It lies 1.7 miles south of Mount Vernon, NY (from Mount Vernon, NY: bearing 173°T), and is situated 9.7 miles north of Queens. The land here, once sculpted by glaciers, now cradles a mosaic of residential neighborhoods, their rooftops catching the diffused light of the northeastern sky. Mature trees, their branches reaching wide, cast dappled shadows on sidewalks, and the air, especially in the late afternoon, carries a subtle, earthy scent, a blend of damp soil and the faint sweetness of blooming shrubs. Small streams, remnants of larger waterways that once carved deeper paths, meander through the greenery, their quiet murmur a constant, understated presence in the rhythm of Eastchester. The history of Eastchester is a narrative woven from agricultural roots and a steady evolution into a vibrant suburban center. Early settlers, drawn by the fertile land and access to water, established farms that fed the growing region, and echoes of this agrarian past can still be felt in the layout of some older streets and the enduring presence of open green spaces. Today, the local economy is a diverse tapestry, reflecting its proximity to larger urban hubs; while commerce thrives, there remains a palpable sense of local identity, a quiet pride in the community's enduring character. Notable institutions and schools contribute to the intellectual hum of Eastchester, while its parks and recreational areas offer havens of natural beauty, places where the present moment feels both grounded and full of quiet possibility.

About This Eastchester Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Eastchester, New York — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 40.8876, -73.832912. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Eastchester and Bronx County.

Detailed location data for Eastchester includes the ZIP code (10466), telephone area code (718, 347, 914), county seat of Bronx County, and school district assignment (Eastchester Union Free School District). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Eastchester is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.