$495,122Average Value$275Average Price per Sq Ft15Homes For Sale
An affordable community near Albany
In Halfmoon, residents find small-town living with quick access to the city for commuting, which is only 17 miles away. “It’s close to Albany, making it a very convenient location,” says Melissa Cartier, Realtor and broker/owner of Cartier Real Estate Group, who has lived in the area for two decades and has been selling homes for 16 years. “Also, people flock here since taxes are lower compared to other areas in the state.”
Halfmoon is a delightful town to visit or call home, offering small-town charm just a short drive from Albany, NY.
Route 9 cuts through Halfmoon as a thriving commercial corridor, connecting businesses with high visibility and easy access.
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Homes with large yards
The neighborhood offers contemporary and traditional-style homes with wooded backyards that have ample space for kids or pets to play. “There are many entry-level homes popular with first-time buyers, especially young families,” says Cartier. Many houses have well-maintained lawns and range from $400,000 to $650,000 in the area, depending on the number of bedrooms.
Shutters help outline the beautiful features of the homes in Halfmoon.
Halfmoon is dotted with cozy homes nestled on lush green lots, offering a peaceful suburban retreat.
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Learning programs at Mechanicville Junior-Senior High
Kids in the area may attend Mechanicville Elementary School, which has a B-minus from Niche. For grades 6 through 12, students can advance to Mechanicville Junior- Senior High School, which has a C from Niche. The high school's distance-learning program allows students to access courses from other schools in the same network.
Mechanicville Elementary shares a campus with the middle and high school.
Mechanicville Junior / High School prepare the students of Halfmoon for their next steps.
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Walking down trails and relaxing on piers
The Halfmoon Town Park is in the heart of the community and offers residents a 1-mile trail for walking or biking with fitness stations along the way in addition to sports fields. The park is dog-friendly, with waste stations throughout the area. The park also holds an annual harvest festival for the neighborhood in the fall. Residents can take in bayfront views at Halfmoon Lighthouse Park, which provides benches and piers for relaxing. In the summer, head out to the water for kayaking. The Mohawk River also offers boat rides to residents, which begins in May. Crescent Park, another waterfront area, offers green spaces where bunnies hop through the bushes.
Halfmoon’s waterfront access makes its docks ideal for a tranquil escape or a casual afternoon by the river.
Halfmoon Lighthouse Park has a quiet picnic area to keep you protected from a rainy day.
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Driving in Halfmoon
U.S. Route 4 takes residents to most grocery stores and pharmacies. The Albany International Airport is 14 miles away.
A meal with gifts at The Ugly Rooster
U.S. Route 4 takes residents to most grocery stores, pharmacies and restaurants. The Price Chopper is located 4.5 miles down the highway for weekly restocks. Residents can head to Bubble’s Restaurant & Ice Cream whether they’re craving breakfast, lunch or dinner. At The Ugly Rooster Café, guests can walk through the gift shop after enjoying a meal.
Breakfast at The Ugly Rooster is a fresh homemade treat.
The Ugly Rooster in Halfmoon features a quaint shop stocked with locally sourced goods.
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Finding community at Halfmoon Town Hall
Residents look forward to events held at Halfmoon Town Hall, like summer concerts, an evening with Mrs. Claus, trunk-or-treats and drive-in movie nights. For a comforting community that’s close to Albany, Halfmoon may be illuminating.
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