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Situated 28 miles from Manhattan, Scarsdale is a community of gently rolling hills dotted with single-family homes. Its resplendent setting has retained its natural appeal, with swan ponds, expansive meadows and a nature preserve with walking paths. The land that is now Scarsdale was first settled in 1660 by John Richbell. Scarsdale's first town meeting was held in 1783, and on March 7, 1788, Scarsdale became a town by law. Scarsdale is known as an education-focused community, having drawn national media attention for its exceptional school system. Approximately 99% of its high school graduates go on to college with mean Scholastic Aptitude Test Scores consistently ranking among the highest in the country. Residents here enjoy the numerous recreational facilities spread throughout the town. There are 20 village parks, 25 public tennis courts and 6 public paddle courts, one public and 2 private golf courses, a community pool and more than 300 children's athletic teams. Scarsdale luxury real estate and the town's nationally recognized school system, considerable recreational facilities and convenient location continue to attract people to its location.