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A quiet hamlet with access to riverfront trails
The small hamlet of East Kingston is hidden behind the tree line of Kingston City’s newest green space, Sojourner Truth State Park. Located about 3 miles north of the city, East Kingston offers a mix of rural-suburban living, with sparsely populated residential streets removed from the hustle and bustle of U.S. Route 9W. "East Kingston is a bit more rural," says Greg Berardi, principal broker at Berardi Realty, who has decades of experience in the industry. "There are still a few houses that aren't connected to the city's public sewer system. It wasn't that long ago when people used outhouses around there." With quiet residential roads, nearby amenities and within walking distance of some of the city's most popular and newest trails, East Kingston is a quaint little community favored by first-time homeowners on a budget.
Hiking trails through Sojourner Truth State Park
East Kingston is home to the northern half of Sojourner Truth State Park, the city's newest and first state park. What was once a barren and industrial quarry landscape now boasts rugged gravel trails and access to the paved Hudson River Brickyard Trail. While a smaller, active quarry is still nearby, East Kingston's landscape has changed dramatically thanks to Scenic Hudson, a leading environmental nonprofit focusing on sustainability and conservation. A shaded riverfront pavilion with minimalist-modern lounge chairs, picnic tables and a fishing platform offers sweeping views of the Hudson River. The Empire State Trail, which spans 750 miles throughout New York, runs along the park's winding cliffs, while additional paths weave through woodlands, wetlands and meadows brimming with wildflowers. "There are some great trails that loop around the old quarries," Berardi says. "They really turned it into a beautiful park.”
Residents also have access to multiple waterfront parks that border the Hudson. About 2 miles north, Robert E. Post Memorial Park's green fields are dotted with sports courts overlooking the river's banks. Park-goers can strike up a basketball or beach volleyball game while kids run around the playground. Three covered pavilions offer respite from the sun on hot summer days, while picnic-goers can soak up breathtaking views of the river and distant rolling hills. Farther up the road, Charles Rider Park features a public boat ramp that attracts kayakers, canoeists and boaters from around town.
Beach bums can explore the sandy banks of Ulster Landing County Park, about 5 miles north, or Kingston Point Park and Beach, about 3 miles south. Both parks feature similar amenities like picnic areas, playgrounds, sports courts and access to nearby trailheads. However, Kingston Point Park stands out with its BMX racing track and dog park. Rotary Park is right next door, attracting hikers looking to explore the Kingston Point Rail Trail. This thin gravel trail parallels the city's old railroad tracks and offers distant views of the historic Rondout Lighthouse.
Locals can walk from East Kingston to Kingston Point Beach by way of Sojourner Truth State Park.
Charles Rider Park features the most popular Hudson River boat launch in Ulster County, NY.
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Route 9W's box stores and restaurants
Residents are less than 3 miles from dozens of big box stores and restaurants along U.S. Route 9W, also known as Ulster Avenue. Big-box retailers like Walmart Supercenter and Target are scattered along this mile-long strip. Grocers range from Sam's Club for wholesale deals to the ShopRite of Kingston and Aldi. Up the road, the Hudson Valley Mall is the largest nearby shopping plaza, with 19 shops, restaurants and a movie theater.
Restaurants range from casual chains and beloved diners to cozy sit-down bistros. Ninety-Nine Restaurant & Pub is a popular northeast chain known for its casual atmosphere. Cult favorites include its hand-breaded boneless buffalo wings, classic burgers and fall-off-the-bone baby back ribs. Less than 1 mile south, Bowery Dugout has been serving the community since 1947. Its cozy interior and seafood favorites include live Maine lobsters, oysters by the dozen and broiled or grilled salmon filets. Non-seafood items like steak, chicken and pasta are also available.
Bowery Dugout is a local East Kingston seafood restaurant that's been around for over 65 years.
East Kingston locals flock to Home Plate Deli during lunch time.
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20th-century colonials and bungalows
Residential streets run east off Main Street. Quiet roads give way to early 1900s colonial-style homes with steep, gabled-front roofs and bungalows on modest lots. The occasional ranch-style and manufactured homes are scattered in between, with sales prices ranging from the low $100,000s to the mid $300,000s. "As an offshoot of Kingston, buyers would choose East Kingston for its affordability over anything else," Berardi says. "But it's close to all the major shopping and the Kingston-Rhinecliff Bridge, so convenience is also a motivating factor." Some of the newest homes on the market are updated, renovated properties with new vinyl flooring and bright and airy kitchens that sell on the higher end of the scale. Detached garages and street parking are the norm, while many forgo fenced-in yards. The neighborhood also earns a CAP Index crime score of 3 out of 10, slightly below the national average of 4.
Smaller East Kingston homes tend to be bungalow dwellings.
Some high end colonials can be found in East Kingston.
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TSTT partnership at Kingston High
The Kingston City School District scores a B rating on Niche. Students may attend B-minus-rated schools like Chambers Elementary School and M. Clifford Miller Middle School. Older students may then attend Kingston High School, which earns an A-minus. Kingston High also partners with Today's Students, Tomorrow's Teachers (TSTT), which supports systematically disadvantaged students interested in careers in education through mentoring and training from high school through college.
Kingston High School has 1,856 students in grades 9-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 13 to 1.
Chambers School has 323 students in grades K-4 with a student-teacher ratio of 9 to 1.
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Volunteer firefighters and festivities
Although residents are close to a long list of events in the City of Kingston, the East Kingston Volunteer Fire Company is active in the community and hosts an annual car show every October. During the event, car enthusiasts show off vintage rides while chatting with neighbors over food and drinks. In December, the Fire Company also hosts an annual Brunch with Santa at the local fire station. Breakfast is served before Santa's arrival and ends with a raffle. In July 2024, the Fire Company celebrated its 75th anniversary with live musical performances, a community cookout and family-friendly activities open to the public.
Commutes around East Kingston
East Kingston's public transit is limited, as the nearest bus stations are about 3 miles away on East Chester Street and U.S. Route 9W. Kingston's HealthAlliance Hospital is 4 miles south along New York State Route 32, while Rhinebeck's Northern Dutchess Hospital is about 7 miles east across the Kingston-Rhinecliff Bridge. About 9 miles away, Rhinebeck is also home to the nearest Amtrak Station, connecting commuters to surrounding cities. The New York State Thruway is also nearby, connecting residents about 67 miles north to Albany International Airport or 105 miles south to Manhattan.
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Parks in this Area
Charles Rider Park
Boating
Grills
Picnic Area
Kingston Point Park
Baseball/Softball
Bike Trails
Disc Golf
Kingston Point Dog Park
Kingston Point Beach
Robert E Post Memorial Park
Basketball
Fishing
Grills
Sojourner Truth State Park
Transit
Airport
New York Stewart International
55 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
East Kingston
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in East Kingston, Kingston sell after 28 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in East Kingston, Kingston over the last 12 months is $420,000, up 47% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Discover the allure of this renovated single-story home, perfectly situated in the desirable East Kingston, NY. This residence seamlessly combines character and modern comfort, featuring three inviting bedrooms, two well-appointed full baths, and plenty of living space to accommodate your needs and lifestyle, including an open den which can be used as a computer room, library or anything else
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
212
Median Age
54
Population under 18
15.6%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
32.1%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$58,333
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$77,335
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
88.3%
College Graduates
24%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
6.4%
% Population in Labor Force
53.1%
Below the national average
65.1%
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
9/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
2/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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