Pleasantville, NY

Pleasantville is a Westchester County village north of New York City, with a traditional center shaped by railroad access. The rail connection made the trip to the city far faster than earlier stage routes, helping Pleasantville develop as a commuter village. Pace University has a secondary campus here, and the village also has local schools, shops, and a compact downtown. Pleasantville feels polished but not sleepy, with a strong civic rhythm, easy access to surrounding Westchester towns, and a name that happens to fit pretty well.