"I've been everywhere, man / I've been everywhere, man / Crossed the desert's bare, man / I've breathed the mountain air, man / Of travel I've had my share, man / I've been everywhere / I've been to... Haverstraw!" From I've Been Everywhere by Johnny Cash
Haverstraw is a unique town in Rockland County, New York, that actually contains three villages and several hamlets; one of these is called Haverstraw. The name of the town came from a similar Dutch word that means "oat straw," which refers to the type of grass that grows here along the river to the north of town. Want to hear a cool bit of history? It was here that Benedict Arnold brought Major Andre to surrender West Point to the British for 20,000 pounds during the American Revolutionary War! Obviously, it didn't work out quite that way.
Have you decided that Haverstraw is the perfect place for you, and found a place to live? You'll need to set up your water and trash collection accounts through the Town of Haverstraw
"I've been everywhere, man / I've been everywhere, man / Crossed the desert's bare, man / I've breathed the mountain air, man / Of travel I've had my share, man / I've been everywhere / I've been to... Haverstraw!" From I've Been Everywhere by Johnny Cash
Haverstraw is a unique town in Rockland County, New York, that actually contains three villages and several hamlets; one of these is called Haverstraw. The name of the town came from a similar Dutch word that means "oat straw," which refers to the type of grass that grows here along the river to the north of town. Want to hear a cool bit of history? It was here that Benedict Arnold brought Major Andre to surrender West Point to the British for 20,000 pounds during the American Revolutionary War! Obviously, it didn't work out quite that way.
Preparing for the Move
Have you decided that Haverstraw is the perfect place for you, and found a place to live? You'll need to set up your water and trash collection accounts through the Town of Haverstraw. You can set up electricity and gas accounts with Orange and Rockland, or ask for alternatives while you're on the phone with the Town of Haverstraw -- they'll know where to send you.
This town has a walkability score of 80, which means that most of your errands can be done on foot. If you have things to do by the river, even better! As for public transportation, you may be surprised to learn that Transportation of Rockland provides several bus routes for traveling between the hamlets and villages of Haverstraw. So walk or take the bus, and don't worry about the car! The buses can take you to the grocery stores, shopping plazas, the library, and to your new friends' homes, as well as the local and State parks.
Neighborhoods in Haverstraw
Haverstraw has three basic neighborhoods, including the Village Center. Nearly 12,000 people live in this town, although many of them are technically residents of a village or hamlet outside of Haverstraw Proper.
Village Center: The Village Center's borders are Conger Avenue and West Street. The population is quite dense here, which means that if you are looking for studio apartments for rent or apartment complexes, this is the place! Of course, home values here and in the surrounding neighborhoods are quite high, and rental costs are right up there with them. Why? In many cases, these buildings were built in the 1930s and 1940s, and they are maintained with incredible historical detail. They're pretty!
Hudson River: This neighborhood runs parallel to the Village Center, just to the east, meaning that its own eastern border is the vast Hudson River. Bowline Point Park is at the northern tip, while homes and businesses are crowded into the center section. Studios and apartments with paid utilities can be found here along the river.
Gurnee: This is the least-expensive Haverstraw neighborhood, since it is the furthest from river views. Partially in the realm of the High Tor State Park, Gurnee has a selection of newer homes, although most were built between 1940 and 1999. Townhomes, apartments, small- and medium-size houses can be found here for slightly less than in Hudson River or Village Center.
Living in Haverstraw
This is no podunk, boring little town, you know. Haverstraw actually has an awful lot going on from one day to the next, so if you're the type who loves a full schedule, you're going to love it here! Check out the O-Scar Art World, the Shades Repertory Theater Company, the Brick Museum, and of course, the Bowline Point Park. Feeling exotic? Hookah Paradise welcomes you!
As for good eats, you've got plenty of Italian, American, and Latin grub to choose from. Try out Tacos Marionita, Los Amigos and Latin Star Restaurant for some spicy south-of-the-border cuisine. Mariella's Pizzeria, Marcella's Pizza and Pantano Brothers Pizza and Deli should hit the spot when nothing but a hot, gooey pizza will do. Planet Wings and Asian Express ought to cover most of your remaining cravings.
It's a fun town full of colorful characters, delicious food and great natural vistas. Come on over!
