Fort Hunter, Amsterdam NY

Is Fort Hunter a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide

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Hoodscore

Crime Summary:

Crime Overview (last 12 months)

Severe1

Medium2

Low2

Other13

0 Registered Offenders Nearby

Rape0

Child involved0

Assault0

Other0

Crime Details:

Recent reported incidents in the past 12 months (newest first). Up to 10 records.

Crime date	Crime description	Address	Crime category
Jul 4, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, fire units were dispatched to a possible unknown outdoor burn near a state highway in the Esperance and Duanesburg area.	NY-30, Esperance, NY 12066	Fire
Jul 4, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical responders are attending to a 72-year-old man with a leg laceration near Western Turnpike and State Route 30.	Western Turnpike, Delanson, NY 12053	Medical Emergency
Jul 4, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical call was reported near Western Turnpike for a 72 year old male with a leg laceration. Ambulance services were requested along with additional fire response.	Western Turnpike, Delanson, NY 12053	Medical Emergency
Jun 28, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, deputies were asked to locate a gray Toyota 4Runner associated with a reported domestic dispute involving a woman and child. Officers were directed to check the area where State Highway 38, Brand Rd, and Green Rd meet, after the caller reported the driver would not let her leave and was driving around instead of returning home (reported destination near Dob Rd). During the same radio traffic, another agency requested additional units to near Gorski St, reporting a subject at gunpoint and a female with a knife; some units were rerouted while others continued canvassing for the vehicle. Vehicle/registration details and involved civilian names were broadcast but are withheld here.	Brand Rd, Sprakers, NY 12166	Family Offense
Jun 27, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services requested for a 35-year-old woman with abdominal pain near Highway Route 20 and Camp Lane in Esperance. A medic is on scene and ambulance response is needed urgently.	US-20, Sloansville, NY 12160	Medical Emergency
Jun 25, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, a lift assist was called for a male near Peck Road, Town of Florida. He was sitting on the floor after getting out of bed. The front door was noted for access.	Peck Rd, Delanson, NY 12053	Medical Emergency
Jun 19, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, units were dispatched to check a report of a tree down near a winery on Burtonville Road, with unclear impact on traffic.	Burtonville Rd, Fultonville, NY 12072	Road Closure
Jun 19, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were sent to a location near Lake Road in the town of Charleston to check on a possible 911 hang-up call from a cell phone. A call back was attempted and a message was left.	Lape Rd, Esperance, NY 12066	Suspicious Call
Jun 15, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency response dispatched for a person with minor head abrasions near Youngs Road and cross streets (number withheld) Acre Road and Shoemaker Road.	Youngs Rd, Delanson, NY 12053	Medical Emergency
Jun 15, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, mutual aid EMS response for a 58-year-old male with lower back pain near Millers Corners Road; dispatch corrected company name and repeated location and complaint.	Millers Corners Rd, Delanson, NY 12053	Medical Emergency

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Median Home Price

$242,377

Average Rent

$1,815

Vacancy Rate

11.1%

Nearby neighborhoods

Fort Hunter at a Glance

Fort Hunter is a remote neighborhood in Amsterdam, NY, with a median home price of $242,377, more affordable than most New York neighborhoods.

The area is very quiet and less crowded than 90.3% of U.S. neighborhoods, with a notable share of homes seasonally vacant.

RemoteQuietUpper-Middle IncomeBike Friendly

Quick Facts

Bike Commute Rate	4.1%

Housing market and real estate character

Housing in Fort Hunter mainly consists of medium to large single-family homes and mobile homes, with mostly owner occupancy.

Seasonal Vacancy	6.1%
Housing Age (1970-1999)	Majority
Owner Occupied	Majority

What buyers will notice right away

Low population density and quiet surroundings appeal to those seeking peace.

Some homes are seasonally vacant, common in vacation or college areas.

Families & Lifestyle

Fort Hunter is an upper-middle income neighborhood with a unique occupational mix including many farmers and a low childhood poverty rate.

Rural and Quiet — With just 44 residents per square mile, it is less crowded than most U.S. neighborhoods.

Bike Friendly — 4.1% bike to work, a rate higher than 97.5% of neighborhoods nationwide.

Children Below Poverty Line	4.7%
Farmers, Foresters, Fishers	Higher than 95.4% of U.S. neighborhoods

Demographics & Culture

Income Level	Higher than 68.6% of U.S. neighborhoods
Eastern European Ancestry	2.6%
Italian Ancestry	20.9%
Polish Speakers	15.7%
Top Languages	["English","Polish","Spanish"]
Top Ancestries	["Italian","German","Irish","Polish","English"]