Rural Volney has convenience and outdoor recreation
Rural Volney borders the city of Fulton, New York and is 28 miles from Syracuse. Like many towns in Upstate New York, Volney is made up of farmland and greenery just outside a bustling city, allowing residents a quiet lifestyle without sacrificing convenience. “It’s a good in-between rural area, close to Syracuse and Oswego,” says Katherine Hutt, a Realtor with Century 21 Leah’s Signature. Hutt lives near Volney in Scriba and has worked in the industry for three years. The Oswego River borders Volney, giving residents plenty of boating and fishing opportunities, and the surrounding area is rich with outdoor recreation.
Homes in simple styles surrounded by nature
Many homes have long roadways and are on large lots or farmland. Volney has a relatively flat landscape with fir, birch and maple trees. “Volney has more traditional subdivisions mixed in with country roads. If someone wants acreage, barns or outbuildings, they’ll usually find it here,” says Sarah Hoefer, an associate broker with Century 21 Galloway Realty, who has eight years of experience. Houses near Fulton are connected to public water and sewer systems, whereas those farther from the city have septic systems and wells. Some homes near the Oswego River may be at risk of flooding and buyers should consult maps to determine insurance needs. Colonial Revival, Minimal Traditional and National are common housing styles. They range from $80,000 to $420,000. Homes tend to be older, with a median build year of 1994, and some may need updates. “Taxes are kind of high because the prices of homes are a little bit lower,” says Hutt. “They are priced very reasonably for needing updates, and you can make the house your own. There are homes that people renovate, and they're beautiful, and those are a bit pricier.”
A racetrack and scenic views in Volney
“Volney has Fulton Speedway, which is huge in the summer for racing fans,” says Hutt. Fulton Speedway has racing events from February to October. Off County Route 57, the Great Bear Recreational Trails are year-round multi-use trails maintained by residents. Visitors may walk, bike, cross-country ski, and go horseback riding. This area is also a popular spot for fishing in Oswego. Up the river, just outside Fulton, Indian Point Landing is a scenic location on the water with a gazebo and viewing area. There’s also a parking lot, boat launch and fishing pier.
Commuting to Oswego, Fulton and Syracuse
“In Scriba, there’s a nuclear plant, which provides a lot of jobs, and some people drive to work there,” says Hutt. The Nine Mile Point Nuclear Station is 14 miles away using county Route 20. State Route 3 leads 3 miles to Fulton. Packing manufacturer Huhtamaki and industrial and medical gas producer Messer have industrial buildings along the Oswego River in Fulton. Using state Route 48, Oswego is 13 miles away and Route 481 leads to Syracuse. “Volney feels a little more like a bedroom community for people working in Oswego, Fulton, or even Syracuse. It’s small-town, community-minded, but you still see newer homes mixed in with farmland,” says Hoefer. The Oswego Hospital is 13 miles away, and the Syracuse Hancock International Airport is 22 miles away. The Oswego County Airport is in Volney and is mainly used for privately owned single-engine aircraft. Houses of worship such as Bristol Hill Church, Grace Bible Baptist Church and Prince of Peace Lutheran are near state Route 3.
Fulton City schools get Bs and Cs
Four school districts serve Volney. The Fulton City School District, which gets a B-minus from Niche, covers most of the area. Volney Elementary receives a C, Fulton Junior High gets a C-plus and G. Ray Bodley High gets a B. The school district offers dual enrollment programs in information technology and health sciences at the high school. Other school districts in the area are Phoenix Central, which gets a B-minus, Mexico Academy & Central, which gets a B and Oswego City, which gets a C.
Shopping and dining in Fulton
The Colossal Dipper & Market is an ice cream shop, bakery and grocery store along state Route 3 that serves weekly lunch and dinner specials. Across the street, Vant Farms sells seasonal fruits and vegetables. Also along the route, City Line Farms sells seasonal produce at its farmstand. More restaurants are in Fulton, such as Tavern on the Lock, which serves seafood and American comfort dishes. There’s also an Aldi, a Price Chopper and a Save A Lot for groceries.
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