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Bethlehem offers well-rounded, suburban living in Albany County
Bethlehem is a peaceful town located just 10 miles south of the state capital, Albany. Known as a sought-after bedroom community, families and homebuyers are drawn to the area’s reputable school district, established suburban neighborhoods and subdivisions, as well as proximity to urban amenities. “First and foremost, Bethlehem has a top-ranked school district and it’s a big draw for the town,” says Jenn Baniak-Hollands, associate broker at Keller Williams Capital District with nearly 10 years of experience. “It’s also well located and it’s easy to commute to the capitol region. All the state employers and government and civil service jobs are there, as well as major hospitals and the National Semiconductor Technology Center, they are all in Albany.”
With winding streets and lovely lots Bethlehem is a great place to raise a family.
Large homes look over the Hudson River in Bethlehem with river access and more.
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The town has both suburban subdivision residences and rural homes
Bethlehem is home to lush woodlands, with homes nestled among towering pines and leafy canopies. The community has a diverse housing stock, with homes dating from the 1800s to the present. Architectural styles range from older cottages and Craftsman bungalows to newer ranch-style homes and New Traditional properties. “We’ve got historical homes in the Olde Delmar neighborhood,” Baniak-Hollands says. “The hamlet Slingerlands has lots of subdivisions. Kenholm Gardens and Haswell Farms are also key neighborhoods in town.” Closer to the town center, homes are organized into suburban pockets. These neighborhoods often feature cul-de-sacs and tree-lined streets, creating a quiet, residential feel. In the more rural parts of town, the landscape opens up, and the streets wind through open fields and country terrain. Houses are more remote and spaced far apart, but many have multiacre parcels that offer plenty of privacy, open space and wooded backdrops. Baniak-Hollands says properties around town center have public water and sewer, and those in the more remote areas are likely to need private septic tanks and well water. Depending on size and condition, most single-family homes sell between $100,000 and $650,000. Larger country estates over 4,000 square feet can go from $850,000 to $1.7 million. Condos and townhouses typically start around $200,000, with condominiums reaching just over $300,000, and townhouses at $550,000. Multifamily properties are between $180,000 to $420,000. The area's CAP Index Crime Score is 2 out of 10, lower than the national average of 4.
A Colonial Revival with a brick build is a dream home for many and it can be found in Bethlehem.
New traditional homes are popping up all over in Bethlehem.
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Top-rated public school systems serving Bethlehem
The town is served by several school systems, including Ravena-Coeymans-Selkirk (RCS) and Bethlehem central school districts. Bethlehem is rated by Niche as the best school district in the Albany area, with all schools receiving A ratings. Students in Bethlehem may attend one of five primary schools serving kindergarten through fifth grade, including Glenmont and Elsmere elementary schools. Middle schoolers continue to Bethlehem Middle School and then advance to Bethlehem High School, which offers career and technical pathways, as well as a new virtual arts center that provides courses in graphic design and writing. Families in Ravena-Coeymans-Selkirk Central School District may attend A. W. Becker Elementary, RCS Middle School and RCS High School. The middle school earns a B-minus, while Becker Elementary and RCS High both earn Bs.
Glenmont Elementary School received an A from Niche and is located in Bethlehem serving PK-5.
Bethlehem Middle School services students in Delmar and Bethlehem.
Bethlehem High School is located in Delmar and serves grades 9-12.
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Public parks and local YMCA offer year-round outdoor recreation
The town is home to many public parks and recreational areas. The town’s largest park, Elm Avenue Park, features sports fields and facilities, a community pool, playing areas and a dog park. Henry Hudson Park provides more sports amenities, picnic pavilions and water access for kayaks and canoes. The public also has fishing access to Onesquethaw Creek at South Bethlehem Park and Rupert Road. During the winter months, residents can head south to the Catskill and Berkshire mountains for snow sports. “We all use the Bethlehem Area YMCA,” Baniak-Hollands says. “It’s even got an ice rink which is pretty untypical, and we’ve also got a youth hockey team.”
Elm Avenue Park has a great playground with fresh mulch for kids to play safely on in Bethlehem.
Henry Hudson Park is a beautiful waterfront park with fishing, kayaking and more to enjoy.
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Shopping and dining options at Four Corners and in Albany
The town has several big-box stores like Walmart and Marshalls, as well as a couple of eateries. The town center, Four Corners, features a handful of businesses like Four Corners Luncheonette. Popular taverns include Swifty's Restaurant and Pub and O'Slattery's Irish Restaurant and Pub. Residents also head to nearby Albany for a broader selection of shops and restaurants. The city also has abundant grocery options, including Hannaford and Market 32. For shopping, Crossgates Mall provides about 150 retailers, department and specialty stores, and entertainment venues.
Four Corners Circle is an economic hub for Bethlehem residents with lots of shopping.
Market 32 is a large grocery store with all your needs for making a meal and more.
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Community events bring festivity to town
Bethlehem hosts many seasonal celebrations throughout the year. Events like the annual Blueberry Festival and Apple Days feature cooking demonstrations, themed foods, eating contests and activities for children. The Historic Bethlehem Turkey Trot 5K & Fun Walk, held each November, draws hundreds of runners and walkers to support local charities. When Christmas comes, the town celebrates the season with city strolls, pub walking or night motorcoach tours, and historic Christmas tree decorations.
The town is within easy reach of the state capital, Albany
Major highways like U.S. Route 9W and Interstate 87 pass through town, providing direct access to Albany, which is just north of town and less than 10 miles away. As the region’s main job and retail hub, the city is also home to Albany Medical Center and Albany International Airport.
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On average, homes in Bethlehem, NY sell after 7 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Bethlehem, NY over the last 12 months is $595,000, down 16% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Prime location with 297 feet of road frontage. This 3.8 acre buildable lot provides great potential for a business. Commercially zoned with a host of possibilities. Call for table of uses.
3.66 acre parcel zoned residential with 296' approx. frontage on Bender Lane. Public Utilities on Bender. Potential for subdivision. Adjoining 68.79 Acres ML# 202422227 - is given first right of refusal on this 3.66 acre parcel - and must sell first.
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