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About Thomas Santore
Tom owned a construction company for many years before becoming a full-time agent. During that time, he grew to love its challenges and rewards. He was a natural in his newly adopted field, eventually selling his business and never looking back. As a result of his tireless work ethic, Tom is a consistent top producer and has been recognized with numerous awards, including the Coldwell BankerA(R) International Sterling Society Award.
Extensive construction experience gives Tom an edge in land sales that is embellished by his dependability and trustworthiness. Tom is committed to keeping his clients informed throughout the transaction process, and, with his skills and know-how, he can handle even the most daunting real estate transaction with ease.
Tom works endlessly to achieve the best possible results for his clients. He prioritizes building lasting relationships over his own bottom line and isn't afraid to give candid advice when necessary to ensure that clients are prepared for each phase of the transaction. Due to his phenomenal personalized service, Tom's clients often refer him to their friends and family, and the bulk of his business comes from returning clients.
When marketing his listings, Tom is backed by the power of Coldwell Banker Realty and advertises extensively across hundreds of websites using the largest MLS in New York. He also recognizes the power of marketing locally through the mail, which has contributed to a significant growth in his business and great results for his sellers.
A long-time resident of Putnam Valley, he is admired by many as a pillar of the community for his commitment to numerous charitable organizations. Tom volunteers with Friends of Karen, which serves families of children with a life-threatening illness, and serves on the board of Physicians Against World Hunger.
Passionate about his work and the betterment of his community, Tom carries an unyielding enthusiasm with him as he helps clients every day. In his free time, he enjoys playing golf and traveling, with monthly trips to Atlantic City and annual visits to Walt Disney World filling out his calendar.
Community Involvement
HOBBIES/INTEREST
FAMILY
Credentials
LICENSE
Designation
ABR
Specialties
- Sellers
- Buyers
- Residential Property
- Commercial Property
Bronx, Westchester, Putnam, Dutchess, Rockland, Orange and Ulster counties Conties
Awards
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2026
TOP AGENT
Putnam Valley, NY
2026
TOP AGENT
Brewster, NY
2026
TOP AGENT
Carmel, NY
Other Awards
Sold more Vacant land and Westchester Putnam and Dutchess county than any other real estate agent in the local multiple listing service since the year 2000
Answered Questions
A " walking schoolaEUR? isn't usually an official labelaEUR"it's more of a practical designation based on whether students can reasonably and safely walk to school. Here's how you can tell if a school fits that description: 1. Distance from homes Most districts consider a school " walkableaEUR? if students live within a certain rangeaEUR"commonly: Elementary: ~0.5 to 1 mile Middle/High: ~1 to 1.5 miles If many students fall inside that radius, it's often treated as a walking school. 2. School district transportation policy Check the district's busing rules. If they don't provide buses within a certain distance, that's a strong signal it's considered a walking zone. 3. Sidewalks and infrastructure A true walking school typically has: Continuous sidewalks Crosswalks and crossing guards Low to moderate traffic roads No sidewalks or high-speed roads nearby usually means it's not realistically walkableaEUR"even if it's close. 4. Actual student behavior What are kids doing in the morning? Lots of foot traffic = walking school Heavy car lines/buses = less walkable Real-world behavior often tells you more than policy. 5. Local designation or programs Some towns formally support walking through initiatives like Safe Routes to School National Partnership. If a school participates, it's a good sign walkability is a focus. 6. Safety considerations Districts may classify areas as " non-walk zonesaEUR? due to: Lack of sidewalks Dangerous intersections Railroads, highways, or blind curves Even short distances can be deemed unsafe. My take on this is; A school is essentially a " walking schoolaEUR? if the district expects students to walk (based on distance rules) and the surrounding area actually supports it safely. If you're looking at this from a real estate angle, I can help you evaluate a specific property or school zoneaEUR"it's one of those details buyers care about more than they realize. You can contact me and we can determine the walkability together
You don't need to prioritize school districts for lifestyleaEUR"but you should consider them as a resale strategy tool. They're less about education in your case and more about protecting liquidity and value. If you want, I can break down how this plays out specifically in Westchester/PutnamaEUR"there are some towns where the " school premiumaEUR? is very real, and others where it's overstated. THOMAS J. SANTORE, Associate Real Estate Broker Coldwell Banker Realty Lower Hudson Valley Regional Office Lic#: 30SA0872839 366 Underhill Avenue | Yorktown Heights, NY 10598 C. 845.590.5488 [email protected] | realestatesallhere.com
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