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Idyllic, walkable small town
Once a popular vacation spot in the foothills of the Helderberg Mountains, the Village of Altamont today is where people come to live. "It's a very idyllic little village," says Brian Brosen, licensed associate broker with The Capital Team. With views of the foothills, historic architecture and a charming downtown area, Altamont is where neighbors bump into each other on Main Street, and parents meet up at local playgrounds. “I fell in love with Altamont when I babysat here years ago,” says Leanne Royer, a real estate salesperson with CM Fox LLC and 25-year Altamont resident. “Everything is walkable. I told my husband that raising our kids here was non-negotiable.” With historic homes, good schools, local shops and family-owned restaurants, the Village of Altamont is ideal for anyone who enjoys a slower-paced, more community-focused life.
Orsini Park is in the center of the Village of Altamont and a local favorite spot to enjoy.
Altamont's Library was built by the community and is located in a historic train station.
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From Main Street to mall
Altamont’s small downtown on Main Street features brick sidewalks and businesses that blend well with the historic architecture, such as Farmhouse Tap and Tavern, which serves locally sourced American cuisine and is housed in a former dry goods store. Next door, Remedies Wine and Spirits shares the same Victorian storefront with Bella Fleur Flower and Gift. Main Street Café is a favorite brunch spot down the street, and Paisano's Pizza on Main and Altamont Boulevard serves traditional and specialty pizzas, such Philly steak and chicken pesto. “Food trucks set up in Orsini Park on Mondays when the restaurants are closed,” Royer says. “Events like this bring people out. It’s all about community here.” The closest supermarket is Hannaford on Western Turnpike, about a 7-mile drive, and Crossgates Mall is 10 miles away. "It's kind of the best of both worlds," says Brosen. "You go to Altamont because you want a little bit of land, but you're within 20 minutes of grocery stores, malls and movie theatres."
Farmhouse Tap + Tavern opened in 2021 and has been a local favorite in Altamont.
Bella Fleur and Remedies Wine is located in the same store front making it easy to grab both.
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Altamont Fair and Orchards
The Altamont Fair is held at the fairgrounds off Arlington Street in August and includes 4-H exhibits, arts and crafts competitions, animal shows, blue-ribbon cooking demonstrations, a carnival, music groups and entertainers. As the weather turns cooler, people head to Altamont Orchards, 2 miles outside the village, to pick apples, search for the perfect pumpkin and enjoy cider donuts.
Altamont Fair grounds is a destination and major spot in town.
There is even a circus museum in Altamont, NY.
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Survey of village homes
Homes in the Altamont range in style and age, and most come with a half-acre or more land. Vintage Victorians built in the 1880s might include five bedrooms and period touches like deep front porches and original hardwoods. Midcentury ranches or split levels feature picture windows and attached one- or two-car garages. Custom colonials from the 1990s offer spacious interiors and party-sized decks. Homebuyers can expect to pay between $300,000 and $650,000 for a single-family home in Altamont. Townhouses and condos list in the $200,000 to $350,000 range. Buyers looking to purchase a home near Bozenkill Creek should also inquire about flood insurance because this part of town tends to flood.
A row of historic homes with good sitting porches in Altamont, NY.
A row of mixed homes in Altamont, NY.
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Schools that advance students
Altamont is part of the Guilderland Central School District, which received an A-minus and is ranked the No. 3 best school district in Albany County by Niche. Children can attend Altamont Elementary, a B-plus school named a No Child Left Behind-Blue Ribbon School by the U.S. Department of Education. Farnsworth Middle, an A-minus school, offers nearly 30 clubs and activities students can join to explore their interests in chess, cartooning, skiing, origami, music and other pursuits. At Guilderland High, which scored an A-minus, students can enroll in advanced placement and Syracuse University Project Advance courses to earn college credit.
Guilderland HIgh School is where the village sends its kids to the upper grades.
Farnsworth Middle School has an A- on Niche and is located in Guilderland.
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Local parks in Altamont
Orsini Park on Main Street serves as the village green. Summer concerts are held at the park’s gazebo, and people downtown have a place to sit and have lunch outside on the park’s benches. Schilling Park to the north features a tot lot, a playground for older children and a stone-outlined medication maze. Bozenkill Park in the northeast corner was built for the active, with its tennis, basketball and volleyball courts, baseball field, outdoor swimming pool and children’s playground.
At Thacher State Park you can experience the Heidelberg Escarpment and view many birds.
As stone maze in Schilling Park in Altamont, NY.
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Commuting downtown
Many residents work downtown in Albany's universities, government buildings or hospitals and enjoy a straightforward commute. Highway 146 connects to U.S. Highway 20, a 20-mile drive downtown.
There is even a spot to grab a county bus if you need.
The Village of Altamont is a very walkable community where neighbors catch up on the day.
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Remembering Altamont’s history
Historic markers stand proudly in front of many older homes and buildings detailing the property's significance, such as the Severson House, built by an early settler in 1767 or St. John's Lutheran Church, built in 1871. The Altamont Free Library embodies the town's history and collective spirit. Community volunteers transformed this former train station into a beautiful and unique community library. The library often hosts programming at Orsini Park, including a children's storytime and a monthly ukulele meet-up.
Historic St. John's Church in Altamont, NY.
The old Dutch Barn in the fair grounds in the village of Altamont, NY.
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Parks in this Area
Bozenkill Park
John Boyd Thacher State Park
Thacher Park East Berne
Roger Keenholts Park
Picnic Area
Orsini Park
Schilling Park
Transit
Airport
Albany International
32 min drive
Village of Altamont Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Village of Altamont, Altamont sell after 97 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Village of Altamont, Altamont over the last 12 months is $374,553, down 24% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Modern style meets small-town charm in this bright and airy 2-bedroom contemporary located in the heart of the Village of Altamont. Soaring cathedral ceilings, abundant skylights, and an open-concept layout create a warm, inviting atmosphere. A spacious loft offers flexibility and can easily be converted into a third bedroom or home office. Located within the award-winning Altamont Elementary
OPEN HOUSE SAT 7/26 11-1! Welcome to your charming dream home in picture-perfect Altamont! With storybook curb appeal & vibrant details, this home isn't just a place to live, it's a lifestyle to love! Step through the front porch, the perfect spot for morning coffee or evening conversation, & into a gracious living space filled with natural light. Thoughtfully designed for relaxation &
Laura MurphyBerkshire Hathaway Home Services Blake
2.2 Acre approved building lot, located on a quiet dead end street in Altamont. Easy walk to dining, parks & more! Located in the desirable Guilderland School District, with Altamont Elementary. Public water, sewer and utilities available at the road. Call today to schedule a tour. Please do not access property without prior permission from agent.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,804
Median Age
45
Population Density
2 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
25.4%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$86,718
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$104,808
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
96.2%
College Graduates
53.9%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
24.9%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
66.4%
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®
37/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
50/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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