$235,673Average Value$114Average Price per Sq Ft22Homes For Sale
Streets lined with history near the river
On the banks of the Susquehanna River, the Far West Side is somewhat sandwiched between Johnson City and Binghamton and comprises the western edge of the latter. The neighborhood is largely residential, with a few parks and local eateries mixed in, and is mostly lined with older, historical homes. “There's a lot of nostalgia associated with the west side of Binghamton,” says Keith Arnold, a licensed real estate salesperson with Howard Hanna Real Estate Services. “Binghamton is an old industrial town. It started in the early 1700s. That's kind of like where a majority of everything started and spread out from there and formed the Triple Cities area.” The Triple Cities encompass Binghamton, Johnson City and Endicott.
Beautiful views are of abundance in the Far West Side community.
Welcome to the Far West Side neighborhood where community feels more like family.
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A museum of sight, sound and mind
One of Binghamton’s most notable claims to fame is its numerous connections to the iconic television series "The Twilight Zone," as show creator Rod Serling grew up in Binghamton. George F. Johnson Recreation Park and its carousel are said to have influenced several aspects of the episode “Walking Distance,” commemorated by a plaque on the bandstand and paintings in the carousel. At the Bundy Museum of History and Art, an exhibit dedicated to Serling showcases some of his personal memorabilia, as well as props and items related to the iconic shows. The museum also hosts events, features other rotating exhibits and more.Less than two miles across the river, the Binghamton Rumble Ponies play minor-league baseball at Mirabito Field; notable players for the New York Mets’ AA affiliate have included David Wright, Jacob deGrom, Pete Alonso and Jose Reyes. The Binghamton Black Bears play in the Federal Prospects Hockey League, while the Binghamton Bulldogs compete in the American Basketball Association.
The Bundy Museum has some of the original artifacts from the original Twilight Zone.
Welcome to Mirabito Stadium, located in the carousel capital of the world.
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Homes with historical significance
Homes in the Far West Side span a wide variety of architecture. Some streets might be lined with American Foursquare properties, while other common styles include Victorians and Tudors. Still others play host to a mix of colonials, Cape Cods and ranch-style homes, and there’s also some duplexes mixed into the streetscapes. Most houses in the Far West Side date to 1950 or earlier, and many of the older homes sit along Riverside Drive. “They have a lot of historical significance to the area,” Arnold says of the Victorian homes. “A lot of the founders of the Binghamton area had their housing in downtown Binghamton, so all of those original Victorian homes are still standing to this day.”Single-family homes are still the predominant housing style in the area and typically range between about $100,000 and $300,000. More expensive outliers have sold for between $350,000 and $500,000. Binghamton University, southward across the river, has heavily influenced the area by way of student housing. “The off-campus housing community is huge,” Arnold, an alumni of the college, says. “Ever since I graduated, they’ve about doubled in size.”
The Far West Side community has some Victorian styled homes that are over 100 years old.
Homs of all shapes and sizes make up much of the Far West Side community.
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Riding the carousel at Recreation Park
At George F. Johnson Recreation Park, outdoor activities include swimming in its pool, making serves at a row of tennis courts and playing baseball at Sheehan Baseball Field or a Little League diamond. Paths radiate out from a bandstand on the north side, and a large, indoor carousel is the park’s most defining feature. West End Park has two ballfields, a trio of tennis courts and a pair of half-basketball courts. To the southeast, just across the Memorial Bridge, Confluence Park sits at the meeting point between the Susquehanna and Chenango Rivers; from the park, visitors can look out over the water and roam its paths. To the south of the Far West Side, Crocker Island is a part of a series of small islands in the Susquehanna.
The Far West community calls the carousel in Recreation park a child's dream.
Residents of the Far West community enjoying a day of sun at the Recreation Park pool.
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A pizza place and pub side-by-side
Near the center of the neighborhood, Abel’s Pub is open into the wee hours of the morning and has a roster of regular customers. Besides the pub’s traditional fare and stocked bar, patrons can even get a fresh slice or pie delivered from Pizza Nia’s next door. "It was somebody's house, back when it was allowed to have a bar in your house," says Linda Kent, an independent broker with Linda Kent Real Estate, adding that the bar is on the bottom floor. "It's a draw for all the West Siders. When they leave and come back, they always go back over there to Abel's." Piccolo’s Café starts the day off with breakfast food on Main Street, while Sugar Lips Ice Cream Shop serves up frozen treats just west of the neighborhood. For groceries, residents stop in at the Price Chopper on Glenwood Avenue, peruse the locally-owned Banyan Grocers’ Indian fare or head to a Wegmans less than three miles northeast. Other stops include a Walmart Supercenter in Johnson City and a Target in Vestal, both under seven miles away.
Abel's Pub a pub in the heart of the West Side of Binghamton.
Piccolo's Cafe is a small family-style diner at the West Side of Binghamton.
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Access to Interstates 81 and 86
The eastern section of Interstate 86 runs to the north, stretching from Binghamton to Windsor. Via an interchange near the river, it’s partially concurrent with Interstate 81 north of downtown before the two highways separate. I-86 continues east to Windsor, morphing into Route 17, while 81 runs all the way north to the Canadian border and as far south as Tennessee. “This area, in and of itself, has always been a crossway from other major cities within a 120-mile radius,” Arnold says. “It’s why the area got started. It’s a thoroughfare to other major cities.” BC Transit buses run down Front Street, Riverside Drive and other roads, and New York City is just under a 200-mile drive to the southeast. For medical care, the Guthrie Lourdes Hospital campus sits near the banks of the Susquehanna.
Interstate 86 can take you anywhere you would like to go in the Far West Side community.
Far West Side community residents have access to many different buses going all over town.
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Three schools in close proximity
Thomas Jefferson Elementary School educates students up through fifth grade. It scores a B-minus with Niche, while West Middle School receives a C-plus and sits less than a mile away from Jefferson Elementary. Binghamton High School sits near the river, rating at a B with Niche and serving grades nine through 12 while also including pre-kindergarten. It’s ranked the 34th-most diverse high school statewide of more than 1,300, and has a student-to-teacher ratio of 10 to 1.
West Middle School is a public school located in Binghamton, NY,
Thomas Jefferson Elementary School has 264 students in grades K-5.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
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Homicide
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Sexual Assault
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Assault with Weapon
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Robbery
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Burglary
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Motor Vehicle Theft
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Larceny
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Far West Side Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Far West Side, Binghamton sell after 48 days on the market compared to the national average of 56 days. The median sale price for homes in Far West Side, Binghamton over the last 12 months is $220,000, up 9% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Some homes on Binghamton’s West Side make an impression the moment you arrive, and this Tudor absolutely does. Freshly repainted stucco, classic brickwork, and a double corner lot give it standout curb appeal. Inside, the spacious kitchen flows into the eat-in area and cozy living room with its charming fireplace. A versatile breakfast room can flex as formal dining, a den, or even a first-floor
Welcome to 74 Kneeland Ave, the home features many updates completed in 2021 including new roof, insulated double pane windows that open in for easy cleaning, 80-gallon hot water heater, new ceiling drywall and can lights in living room, kitchen and bathroom. Bathroom completely remodeled in 2018. New 220 electric service from the pole to the house and rewired inside in spots where it needed it.
Stately property with lots of charm and possibilities. This is definitely a property that you want to add to your portfolio. Zoned as a 2 family - with 7 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. Driveway available for off street parking. Front and back exits for each apartment. Wrap around covered front porch. High efficieny furnace. 40 year roof installed in early 2000. Features a 200 amp circuit box. On the
Here's your 2nd chance at owning this updated West side Craftsman. Previous buyer had personal issues to back out & it was of no fault of the home. Beautifully restored original oak woodwork throughout the 1st floor, paired w/fresh paint throughout. The kitchen has been completely gutted & reconfigured to maximize functionality—featuring new flooring, cabinetry, countertops, fixtures, updated
Welcome to 87 Rotary Ave located in the West Side neighborhood. It is conveniently situated near all local amenities, including Main Street shopping, Guthrie Hospital, and is just a block away from Recreation Park.The first floor features an entry foyer, living room, dining room, and kitchen. The second floor includes three bedrooms and a full bathroom. Additionally, there is a finished
Well-located TURN-KEY Student housing on Binghamton's West Side, fully rented through May 2027! Local Management will continue. A great addition to any investment portfolio This property is part of a larger portfolio that includes 39 St. John Ave, 56.5 Leroy St, 79 Oak St, 101 Oak St, and 79 Murray St. The financial information provided reflects actual rental income and operating expenses and is
Offered for sale is a 10-unit multifamily property located on Main Street in Binghamton's West Side. The building consists of six 2-bedroom apartments and four 1-bedroom apartments and has benefited from recent updates and improvements. Commercially zoned and approved for student housing, the property offers flexibility to serve both the student and traditional rental markets. Conveniently
Price freshly improved, making this a great opportunity! Pictures can’t capture the size of the updated kitchen, featuring granite countertops and new appliances (June 2026). Hardwood throughout the entire home, with tasteful carpet over hardwood in the dining and living room. 3 full bathrooms, with a master bedroom suite, plus Jr. suites on the 2nd and third floors. You will love the staircase
Excellent opportunity to purchase this West Side REO property that is on a flat lot with a concrete driveway leading to a 2 car garage with a walk up loft storage are or use it as a work shop. All natural hardwood floors through out both floors and finished walk up attic. Wood trim though out. Large living room with a fireplace and built in book shelves flanking both sides. Format dinning room
Be home in time for Porch Fest! Welcome to this charming 3 bedroom, 1 bath house on Binghamton's West Side (and yes, it has a front porch). Inside, you'll find a traditional layout with plenty of natural light and beautiful hardwood floors. Outside, the flat backyard provides endless possibilities for entertaining, gardening, or yard games! The detached one car garage offers off street parking
STUNNING fully updated two-bedroom, two-bath co-op! This unit offers updated finishes and accessible features. The eat in kitchen includes quartz countertops, wood cabinetry, tile flooring, and newer appliances.Both bathrooms have been renovated with new vanities, quartz countertops and tile flooring. A special feature of this unit is the doorways have been widened to accommodate walkers and
Newly Renovated Student Housing Complex right in the middle of Binghamton. Now Leasing for the 2026/2027 school year. We have multiple 3-4 bedroom units available. Leasing to individuals as well as groups. Discount available for group lease.- Large Bedrooms- Free Wifi throughout building.- Free Laundry on Site- Private Off-Street Parking- EVERYTHING
Charming well-maintained Rooms / Apartment Available •1 min walk to bus stops on Main St•2 min walk from Price Chopper & Nirchi’s Pizza•5 min drive to BU Campus•Washer and Dryer included•Fully Furnished Rooms•Renovated Kitchen & Bathroom•Large Common Areas•Spacious back yard•Off Street Parking
This property can be furnished or unfurnished . It is close to downtown but far enough away to be comfortable, easy access to bus line and attached to rec park where you have tennis swimming multiple things to do. Off-street parking.
Binghamton University Grad Student/ International Students / PHD Student. Housing One Bed Room APTS , APT Are Available Starting at $650.00 Per APT Washer ,Dryer in building. Private parking available, very good location, BU Bus Stop front of Building. Safe and convenient, secure building. 10 min to Main Campus . free garbage pickup , Walking distance, Downtown, grocery store , CVS, Dunkin donuts
This is a large, clean, and charming 4-bedroom apartment.Secure and quiet neighborhood. Furnished apartment.Laundry on site.No pets allowed. No Smoking.
Charming well-maintained Rooms / Apartment Available •1 min walk to bus stops on Main St•2 min walk from Price Chopper & Nirchi’s Pizza•5 min drive to BU Campus•Washer and Dryer included•Fully Furnished Rooms•Renovated Kitchen & Bathroom•Large Common Areas•Spacious back yard•Off Street Parking
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