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Suburban life just off the New York State Thruway
Fort Hunter lies on the edge of the Albany Pine Bush Preserve and on the outskirts of Rotterdam in eastern New York. Originally a part of the expansive pine barrens, the neighborhood has since turned into a residential haven close to parks and sandwiched between two major routes. A network of property-lined streets is bisected by Carman Road, where many locals go for a bite to eat. “This is actually a really cool area to drive through,” says Lorenzo Murray, a New York State licensed associate real estate broker with HUNT Real Estate. “People like living here just because they get a little more nature than living in the inner city. There’s a lot if you want that trick-or-treating vibe and want your kids to ride their bikes on side streets. Fort Hunter is very much suburbia, but there’s ample places to go get food and shopping and there’s a fair share of parks to go to.” That convenience means residents can enjoy quiet days at home as much as a walk in the preserve or a day out shopping and dining.
The average home sale in Fort Hunter is $446,132.
Enjoy your daily exercise with your partner in Fort Hunter.
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Architectural variety in Fort Hunter
Winding residential streets grid the geography of Fort Hunter, looping and intersecting in a network of cul-de-sacs and homes. The spaciousness of the properties allows for sizable lawns and homes to be situated back from the street, making for enough yard space to toss a football in or simply enjoy the sunshine. Privacy is enhanced by mature trees typically lining the edges of the backyards here. Properties typically date to between 1950 and 2000, though newer and older homes also populate the area; some were constructed as far back as the 19th century. “For homes, you have a perfect medley of plenty of colonials,” Murray says. “When you cross over into the western side of Fort Hunter, there’s lots of Capes and your fair share of raised ranches.” Ranch homes, Cape Cods and split-levels usually range between around $250,000 and $500,000, while more spacious Colonials, some custom, can run from anywhere close to $500,000 to about $1 million.
A perfect example of a well kept lawn and a large Colonial in Fort Hunter.
A lovely example of a modern mid century ranch in Fort Hunter.
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Schools with art-based extracurriculars
Students in Fort Hunter can start their education at Pine Bush Elementary School, which receives a grade of A-minus from Niche and offers interactive activities like a campus plant nursery to its enrollment. Farnsworth Middle School also garners an A-minus rating, and kids can then graduate to Guilderland High School, which gets an A-minus as well. Guilderland High is regarded for its theater program and music departments, which are offered to students along with clubs focused on chemistry, skiing and more.
Farnsworth Middle School has an A- on Niche and a 11 to 1 student teacher ratio.
Pine Bush Elementary serves grades K-5 and has an A- rating on Niche.
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Perusing parks near Fort Hunter
The Albany Pine Bush Preserve is the standout feature of the region, with parts of its northeastern reach stretching into the Fort Hunter neighborhood. “A lot of these parks are public parks and they’re easy to get in and out of,” Murray says. “They’re a big draw and there’s a lot of sports played here. The school systems use them, kids play soccer there and all that’s happening over there.” Closer to Fort Hunter itself, DiCaprio Park serves as a massive sports complex consisting of a dozen fields for soccer and lacrosse. At Volunteer Firefighters Memorial Park, visitors can walk the trails, athletes can take to the softball field and kids can clamber onto the playground, while Fort Hunter Park has a basketball court and sits close to the middle of the neighborhood’s northern half.
A big brother showing his little sister the ropes of climbing at Fort Hunter Park.
At Juracka Park local families meet up for kids to play and parents to connect.
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Local dishes along Western Avenue
Part of Route 20, Western Avenue becomes the Western Turnpike along Fort Hunter’s southern boundary. “Most people living there are frequenting Western Avenue, which is the most popular thoroughfare people are going to for shops,” Murray says. “There’s a couple small restaurants that are there, but Western Avenue is the most busy. It’s the most visited for stores, diners and fast food. You name it, Western Avenue has it.” Directly in Fort Hunter, diners can find Japanese food at Akanomi, order a slice at Ruggiero’s Pizza & Deli or get a drink at Tailgate Tavern. Those three establishments are in close proximity to each other, and nearby sits Hannaford for grocery needs. More eateries can be found along Carman Road, which winds vertically through the center of the neighborhood. Mike’s Diner offers a retro atmosphere and has been operating for more than half a century, while Different Blend Bakery specializes in gluten-free desserts.
Stop by Mike's Diner for a local treat and chat with a neighbor in Fort Hunter.
Ruggiero's Pizza and Deli has been serving the area since 1989 and has four locations to enjoy.
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A popular preserve to the east
Serving as the defining feature of the region, the Albany Pine Bush Preserve spans more than 3,000 acres. Ranking as one of the biggest pine barrens worldwide, it offers a discovery center, tours and programs for all ages. “The Pine Bush Preserve is scattered throughout and a lot of people use that as a reference,” Murray says. “It has a lot of trails, and for someone that’s outdoorsy, there’s residences tucked in there if you like hiking and that’s your jam.” Visitors can trek along trails unfolding over more than 20 miles, and the preserve also hosts events centered around environmental causes such as Earth Day and Smokey the Bear fire prevention. In May, the Lupine Fest celebrates the blooming of the wildflower with events, hikes, gatherings and more.
Albany Pine Bush Preserve has an amazing learning center for all ages to understand the area.
Educational walking paths to learn about the local fauna.
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Sandwiched by thoroughfares
With the New York State Thruway running along the northern boundary of Fort Hunter and the Western Turnpike along the southern, commuting to downtown Albany is only around a 16-mile drive either way. An interchange with Interstate 890, an auxiliary highway, runs from just north of the neighborhood up close to the Mohawk River. “There’s not a lot of public transportation,” Murray says. “It’s pretty much on Western Avenue, but doesn’t go through these smaller neighborhoods.” CDTA buses are the main source of publicly available vehicles, but mostly only run along Carman Road in the center of Fort Hunter. Via the CDTA on Carman, though, residents can easily get to the local establishments their hearts desire.
You can catch a bus into surrounding areas in Fort Hunter, NY.
With multiple highways at your disposal Fort Hunter is a quick jump where you need to go.
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Parks in this Area
Dicaprio Park
Soccer
Parking Lot
Tawasentha Park
Basketball
Picnic Area
Pool
Keenholts Park
Nott Road Park
Baseball/Softball
Picnic Area
Soccer
Volunteer Firefighters Memorial Park
Baseball/Softball
Trails
Playground
Juracka Park
Picnic Area
Tennis
Trails
Albany Pine Bush Preserve
Bike Trails
Fishing
Trails
Fort Hunter Park
Transit
Airport
Albany International
25 min drive
Bus
2343 Western Ave
Bus
Rt 20 & Okara Dr
Bus
Carman Rd & Fuller Station Rd
Bus
Carman Rd & Carman Courts Mobile Park
Bus
Rt 20 & Gay Ln
Bus
Carman Rd & Rainbow Dr (Lynn Wood Church)
Bus
Carman Rd & W. Old State Rd
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Fort Hunter
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
1
4
Assault with Weapon
1
4
Robbery
2
4
Burglary
2
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
2
4
Larceny
2
4
Crime Score
2
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Fort Hunter, Schenectady sell after 19 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Fort Hunter, Schenectady over the last 12 months is $447,273, up 6% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
9,722
Median Age
45
Population Density
3 ppl/acre
Population under 18
22.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
21.8%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$124,479
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$138,036
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
98.5%
College Graduates
56.7%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
27.8%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
69%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
41''
Average Winter Low Temperature
16°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
44''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
19/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
13/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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