Located in Madison County
Built up around the banks of the historic Old Erie Canal, Canastota offers a charming small-town feel located within easy reach of Downtown Syracuse. “We have always been known as a bedroom community for both Syracuse and Utica,” says Liz Metzger, the Canastota Public Library director who has been living in the neighborhood since 1992. “The people are definitely the jewel of this community but we’ve got great businesses and schools too, and a lot of it is walkable.”
Homes in Canastota can date back as far as the 1800s and range in style from colonials and Greek revivals to duplexes and Second Empire-style homes. Brightly colored facades are commonly paired with spacious front porches and lush greenery. Prices can be anywhere from $80,000 to $380,000 depending on the age of the home and how recently it was last updated. Homes are between 600 and 3,000 square feet in size and rest on lots between 5,000 square feet and 5 acres. In total, there are roughly 2,100 homes in Canastota and the average number of days on the market for the neighborhood is about the same as the national average.
The Old Erie Canal State Park is actually a trail that follows the old canal for about 36 miles of its 363-mile stretch. “Lots of hikers and bikers use the trail year-round,” Metzger says. “It’s a popular spot.” The Canastota Recreation Park is another option with multiple baseball diamonds as well as tennis courts. The nearby Oneida Lake is just a few minutes north of the neighborhood and a common fishing destination for locals.
Locals enjoy Prevo’s Diner, which has a retro vibe and is famous for its soups, sandwiches and fish fry Fridays. Canastota Bagels and Subs has a full-service breakfast menu, hot and cold subs and handmade cream cheese. La Bamba MTZ has authentic Mexican dishes made fresh daily, including made from scratch salsa. Locals can grab their groceries from Tops, Walmart and ALDI.
The Canastota Canal Town Museum offers visitors a deeper look into the neighborhood’s history through authentic memorabilia and art that demonstrate Canastota’s industrial and agricultural contributions to the area. The neighborhood is also home to the International Boxing Hall of Fame because the community produced two world-class boxers, Carmen Basilio and Billy Backus. Visitors can even see Basilio’s home. “The Hall of Fame does a parade every year in June and a lot of big boxing names come to participate,” Metzger says.
Students in Canastota can attend Peterboro Street Elementary School, which received a B-minus rating from Niche, first opened in 1927 and resides in an impressive gothic revival-style building. Otto L. Shortell Middle School received a C-plus rating from Niche and serves about 400 students. Oneida High School also has a B-minus rating from Niche along with an impressive collection of extracurricular opportunities from the school literary magazine to the ski club.
Canastota locals have easy access to Interstate 90, which heads west into Downtown Syracuse, just 25 miles away, making an easy commute for work or for students attending Syracuse University. Additional city amenities like multiple museums, shopping, dining and entertainment opportunities are available downtown as well.
Canastota’s history dates back to 1810 when it was first founded by Captain Reuben Perkins, then later formally established in 1835. The Old Erie Canal runs through the center of town, marked by a mural on a bridge that shows what the town looked like back when it was a busy trading and commercial center. Unlike the canal, many of the old retail buildings left over from this time are still in use. “We’ve got a lovely historic downtown with some lovely historic buildings,” Metzger says. “The wonderful Erie Canal Museum is run by volunteers and we have a 120-year-old library that’s on the National Register of Historic Places. It’s stunning and has beautifully served the community the whole time it’s been standing.”
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Amanda Faatz
Acropolis Realty Group LLC
(315) 870-1901
91 Total Sales
1 in Canastota
$185,000 Price
Thalia Cotrich-Brewer
Coldwell Banker Sexton Real Estate
(680) 219-6378
36 Total Sales
1 in Canastota
$200,000 Price
Martin & Terry Marshfield
Howard Hanna Real Estate
(315) 640-4868
23 Total Sales
2 in Canastota
$135K - $145K Price Range
Christopher Dardano
NextHome CNY Realty
(315) 565-6995
100 Total Sales
2 in Canastota
$75K - $121K Price Range
Adrian Nugent
Berkshire Hathaway CNY Realty
(914) 743-7953
159 Total Sales
2 in Canastota
$265K - $1.2M Price Range
James Burnham
Coldwell Banker Prime Prop,Inc
(315) 602-3305
265 Total Sales
1 in Canastota
$243,222 Price
On average, homes in Canastota, NY sell after 49 days on the market compared to the national average of 55 days. The median sale price for homes in Canastota, NY over the last 12 months is $219,500, down 7% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
$699,900
Welcome to this beautiful waterfront living ranch on Oneida Lake. Exceptional and well cared for on over half acre of land with 76 feet of water frontage. Enjoy gorgeous lake views from all points in this open floor plan ranch. The large kitchen with lots of storage and stainless steel appliances is open to the dining area surrounded by windows with views of the lake. The family room is also
Thomas Kehoskie Independent Realty Group
$399,900
Opportunity knocks at this versatile property featuring a fully remodeled commercial space previously used as a state-of-the-art dental office and beautifully remodeled residential space with 5-6 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms— A large addition was added in 2013 making this building over 3,000 sqft with attached and detached garages, the original home was thoughtfully converted for professional
Laura L. Loomis-Patrick Coldwell Banker Prime Prop. Inc.
$159,900
Unlock your next income property with this 2-unit multifamily in the heart of the village of Canastota. One unit contains 3 bedrooms 2 baths and one unit has 2 bedrooms, updated kitchen,. Tenants enjoy ample off-street parking, a shared backyard, and easy access to shopping, schools, and public transit.Perfect for owner-occupants or investors — live in one unit and let the other pay your
Jennie Chapin Chapin Real Estate
$48,000
Public Comments: 2-3 Bedroom/1 bathroom fixer upper on a corner lot. Many updates already done. Recent updates include new hot water tank (2021), New pump for well (2024), New propane heater in living room (2022), Pellet Stove (2023), New front pop out window in living room (2024), New back wooden patio/deck (2024), New metal roof over front porch (2023), All new kitchen appliances (2022), New
Sharon Dellerba Howard Hanna Cny Inc
$299,000
Come and take a look at this very well maintained rustic and charming home with a full previous renovation. As you step inside into a large mudroom the sense of ease of having a one story home is already appreciated. Additionally there is a stackable washer/dryer unit behind a sliding barn style door with a storage cabinet. Large utility closet works like a charm for that extra needed storage
Derek Greene The Greene Realty Group
$450,000
New 2026 construction ~ Beautiful Ranch ~ offering 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths with thoughtfully designed living space and exceptional craftsmanship throughout. This custom home features an open-concept layout highlighted by high-end finishes, designer textures, and stunning tile work that elevate every room. The stylish kitchen is equipped with premium Forno appliances, custom cabinetry, and
Susan Rinaldo Hunt Real Estate ERA
$69,900
Make time to check out this great property in Canastota. Each unit has two bedrooms, one bathroom and is conveniently located on State Route 31 close to all amenities.
Ben Gray eXp Realty
$309,900
Beautifully renovated ranch home set on just over 3⁄4 of an acre. This property has been updated from top to bottom, featuring a brand-new roof, one new furnace, new septic system, completely renovated kitchen and bathrooms, along with fresh paint and new flooring throughout, just to name of few. Truly move-in ready, this home is perfect for first-time buyers or anyone looking for worry-free
Amy Abdoo Dominion Homes
$1,295 per month
Bright and comfortable 1-bedroom, 1-bath apartment available now! This well-maintained unit offers a spacious living area, large bedroom with ample closet space, and a clean, modern kitchen with solid wood cabinets, solid surface countertops and plenty of cabinet storage. Large coat closet in foyer, laundry located in adjacent building. Walking distance to banks, post office, restaurants, brewery
Joel Arsenault Terra Real Estate
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