Real estate expertise across Westchester's most coveted cities, towns and villages from the Hudson River corridor to the Connecticut border.
Christina Weiss
Licensed Real Estate Salesperson · Houlihan Lawrence
Find Your Community
Not Sure Which Town is Right for You?
Westchester has over 40 distinct communities — each with its own schools, personality, commute time, and lifestyle. Our free quiz matches you to the ones that fit your life, not just your budget.
Answer 14 questions. Get a personalized report with your top 3 matches, a detailed comparison, and curated day itineraries for each community.
1
Tell us your lifestyle Commute needs, weekend vibe, school priorities, walkability preferences.
2
Share your priorities Budget, timeline, home type, and what's missing from where you live now.
3
Get your personalized report Your top 3 Westchester matches with detailed comparisons and day itineraries.
Our Markets
Westchester's Most Distinctive Communities
From waterfront villages to horse country estates, we cover all 40 Westchester communities in depth — with local insights, school data, and curated things to do in each area.
For Homeowners
What Is Your Home Worth?
Westchester home values have shifted significantly. Get an instant estimate of your home's current market value — powered by Houlihan Lawrence's proprietary data and local market intelligence.
Christina's knowledge of Westchester is unmatched. She found us a home in a neighborhood we hadn't even considered — and it turned out to be perfect for our family.
Verified Google Review
★★★★★
"
From our first conversation to closing day, Christina was transparent, responsive, and genuinely invested in finding us the right fit — not just any house.
Verified Google Review
★★★★★
"
We relocated from Manhattan with two young kids and had no idea where to start. Christina made the whole process feel effortless — and we couldn't be happier with Chappaqua.
I'm not a mega-brokerage pushing volume. I'm a local specialist who has spent years understanding every micro-market, school district, and neighborhood dynamic across Westchester — backed by the reach and resources of Houlihan Lawrence.
01
Hyper-Local Knowledge
I live here, I work here, and I know every block. My expertise spans the full county — from waterfront villages to rural estate country — so your search is never limited.
02
Curated Matchmaking
I listen first. My Neighborhood Match process ensures your lifestyle, commute needs, and family goals align perfectly with the right community — not just the right house.
03
White-Glove Service
From first showing to closing day, you have a dedicated advisor. I handle every detail so your experience is seamless, informed, and entirely stress-free.
Not sure which town is right for you?
Follow Along
An Engaged Audience of Active Buyers
Our Instagram isn't just a feed — it's a curated channel followed by buyers actively searching for their next Westchester home. Every neighborhood guide, lifestyle post, and market update builds a ready audience that responds when a new listing drops.
When your home is listed here, it reaches buyers who are already invested in the lifestyle — resulting in more inquiries, more showings, and more competitive offers.
Neighborhood guides, local restaurants, weekend activities, and community events — building a following of people who want to live here.
02
Listing Posts Drive Immediate Engagement
When a new listing goes live on our feed, our engaged audience of pre-qualified buyers responds — DMing for details, booking showings, and sharing with friends.
03
More Showings. More Offers.
Social reach translates directly to listing performance. Your home doesn't just go on MLS — it goes to a warm, ready audience that already loves Westchester.
Stay in the Know
The Westchester Insider
Market updates, hidden gems, new listings, and neighborhood spotlights — delivered straight to your inbox. No spam, just Westchester.
Westchester Dream Homes was built on a simple belief — that finding the right home in the right community should be one of life's most joyful experiences. I built the practice I always wished existed.
I started Westchester Dream Homes out of a conviction that buyers deserve more than a list of properties. They deserve a true advisor — someone who understands that a home is not just a purchase, it's the setting for your entire life. Your school district. Your commute. Your Saturday mornings. Your neighbors.
As a Westchester resident, I've spent years immersed in the communities I serve — attending town halls, walking neighborhoods, understanding the nuances that don't show up on any listing sheet. The difference between two streets in the same zip code. Which villages have the strongest social fabric. Where values are headed over the next decade.
That depth of local knowledge, combined with the reach and resources of Houlihan Lawrence — Westchester's leading brokerage — means my clients get the best of both worlds: the attentiveness of a boutique practice and the power of the county's premier real estate brand.
Christina Weiss
Licensed Real Estate Salesperson · Houlihan Lawrence
My Mission
To connect families with Westchester communities where they will truly thrive — through expert guidance, honest counsel, and unwavering commitment to their long-term happiness.
My Approach
Every client relationship begins with deep listening — understanding not just budget and bedrooms, but lifestyle, values, commute patterns, school priorities, and future vision. Then I match you to the right community, not just the right house.
My Promise
Radical transparency at every step. No pressure tactics. No overselling. I will tell you when a home is wrong for you, even if it costs me a commission — because the right fit builds relationships that last decades.
Value 01
Roots Over Reach
Our team will never take on more clients than we can genuinely serve. Between us, every town we cover is one where we have deep personal knowledge, community ties, and the bench strength to deliver exceptional service at every step.
Value 02
Radical Honesty
I tell my clients the truth — about a home's flaws, a market's conditions, and a neighborhood's future. I prefer to lose a deal than to mislead a family.
Value 03
Life-First Thinking
A home is the setting for your life. I think about schools, commutes, green space, social fabric, and long-term equity — because the right home is an investment in everything you care about.
Ready to start your Westchester journey?
40 Communities
Explore Our Markets
Click any community to discover schools, things to do, local favorites, and what makes it unique. Or take the quiz to find your best match.
A carefully assembled group of specialists, each with deep roots in the Westchester communities they serve.
Christina Weiss
Licensed Real Estate Salesperson · Houlihan Lawrence
A Westchester specialist with deep roots across the county, combining data-driven insight with genuine community knowledge and an unwavering commitment to client-first service. Houlihan Lawrence Gold Award (2025), recognized in the top 20% of 1,450+ agents based on sales performance. Houlihan Lawrence Silver Award (2024), recognized in the top 30% of 1,450+ agents.
Founder
Westchester Dream Homes
CD
Christina Diederich
Licensed Real Estate Salesperson · Relocation Specialist
Originally from Germany and with 12 years in Manhattan, Christina brings an international perspective and deep fluency in both NYC and Westchester markets. A former Fortune 50 executive, she applies a strategic, detail-oriented approach to every transaction — guiding buyers, sellers, investors, and relocating families with confidence, clear communication, and exceptional professionalism.
NYC+
Market Expertise
Intl
Perspective
+
Growing Our Team
Join the Team
We're Always Looking for Exceptional Advisors
Passionate about Westchester real estate and committed to client-first service? We'd love to connect.
Want to connect with the right advisor for your needs?
Let's Connect
Start Your Westchester Journey
Every conversation is confidential, pressure-free, and genuinely useful — whether you're just beginning to explore or ready to make a move.
Phone
(415) 302-8372
Email
christinaweiss@houlihanlawrence.com
Brokerage
Houlihan Lawrence Westchester, NY
Office Hours
Monday – Saturday 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Houlihan Lawrence · Westchester's #1 Brokerage
Response Commitment
Every inquiry receives a personal response within 48 business hours from Christina or someone on her team directly, not a bot.
✦
Book a Free Consultation
Choose a time that works for you directly on Christina's calendar. Every consultation is confidential, pressure-free, and genuinely useful.
Christina will reach out within 2 business hours to discuss your property and provide a complimentary market analysis.
Westchester Dream Homes
Section 1 of 2 · Question 1 of 12
Find Your Community Quiz
Finding the right community can feel overwhelming.
This short quiz will match you with the Westchester towns, villages, hamlets, cities and school districts that align with your lifestyle, needs, and non-negotiables and give you a full personalized report at the end.
Section 1 of 2 · Your Westchester Lifestyle
Quick orientation: Which of the following are a "must have" for you?
Choose as many as you like
Section 1 of 2 · Your Westchester Lifestyle
Select the options that describe the type of community you want to live in:
Choose as many as you like
Section 1 of 2 · Your Westchester Lifestyle
Which of these describe a typical or preferred weekend morning?
Choose as many as you like
Section 1 of 2 · Your Westchester Lifestyle
What about a typical weekend afternoon?
Choose as many as you like
Section 1 of 2 · Your Westchester Lifestyle
And a typical weekend evening?
Choose as many as you like
Section 1 of 2 · Your Westchester Lifestyle
How important is walkability to you?
0 = Not important at all · 5 = I want to walk to everything I need
Not importantCan walk to everything
Section 1 of 2 · Your Westchester Lifestyle
How important is access to parks, trails, and outdoor spaces?
0 = Not important · 5 = A neighborhood must-have for me
Not importantNeighborhood must-have
Section 1 of 2 · Your Westchester Lifestyle
How important is access to top-rated public schools - even if you don't currently have children?
School district quality also protects long-term home value. 0 = Not a factor · 5 = My #1 priority
Not a factorMy #1 priority
Section 1 of 2 · Your Westchester Lifestyle
Which type of home setting would you prefer?
02
Great work - section one done.
Now we're going to dive into a few practical questions. This helps us fine-tune your matches based on budget, commute, timeline, and what's missing from where you live now.
Section 2 of 2 · About You
Which best describes your household?
Choose as many as apply
Section 2 of 2 · About You
How long of a commute to New York City are you willing to tolerate?
Section 2 of 2 · About You
What is your target home price range?
Section 2 of 2 · About You
What is your timeline to purchase?
Section 2 of 2 · About You
What is missing from your current neighborhood that you wish it had?
Choose as many as you like
Your results are ready
Your Westchester match is waiting.
Enter your details below and we'll unlock your full personalized Neighborhood Match Report - including your top 3 Westchester matches, a detailed comparison breakdown, and curated "Try Before You Buy" itineraries for each town.
By submitting, you agree to be contacted by Westchester Dream Homes. We respect your privacy and will never share your information. You can unsubscribe at any time.
Your Personalized Report
Getting to Know You
Thank you for sharing a bit about yourself. Here is what stood out about your priorities:
Your Top 3 Westchester Matches
District Details
Where Your Priorities Stack Up
Based on the factors you rated most highly, here is how each of your top matches scores on what matters most to you.
Try Before You Buy
Don't take our word for it. We've created a custom day itinerary for each of your top matches, tailored to the lifestyle you described, so you can experience each community before you decide.
Ready to see your matches in person?
Our advisors know every street in these communities. Book a free consultation and we'll walk you through homes that match not just your budget, but the life you're envisioning.
