Neighborhood in Cold Spring, NY
Is Cold Spring, NY (Nelsonville) a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe91
Medium103
Low249
Other400
12 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape5
Child involved4
Assault0
Other5
Crime Details:
Recent reported incidents in the past 12 months (newest first). Up to 10 records.
| Crime date | Crime description | Address | Crime category |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a hotel near NY-32 in Central Valley for a reported disturbance involving a guest who was allegedly refusing to pay and whom the clerk wanted removed from a room. | NY-32, Central Valley, NY 10917 | Disturbance |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a female caller reported an unknown problem near North Main Street in the Village of Monroe. She was crying, provided the address, and hung up. On callback, she repeated the address. Units were dispatched as local units were occupied. | N Main St, Monroe, NY 10950 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, monroe Fire Department is dispatched to a reported motor vehicle accident where a car apparently struck a telephone pole and brought wires down near the intersection of Hillside Terrace and Round Lake Terrace in Monroe. | Hillside Terrace & Round Lake Terrace, Monroe, NY 10950 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, unit 88 was dispatched to a reported vehicle fire in front of a large hardware store in Monroe. | Larkin Dr, Monroe, NY 10950 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire personnel are responding to a reported vehicle fire in the parking area of a home improvement store near Larkin Drive in Monroe, New York. | Larkin Dr, Monroe, NY 10950 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a residence near Jefferson Street in Woodbury for a report of a blue sports car slowly passing a home and circling the area. The caller requested to speak with an officer about the suspicious vehicle. | Jefferson St, Highland Mills, NY 10930 | Suspicious Activity |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, an emotionally disturbed person is being restrained on student bus number 2 near Lake Street, Bay Road, and Alley Court in the village of Monroe. | Lake St, Monroe, NY 10950 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a caller reported a possible ongoing animal complaint near Janice Drive, stating that animals from a neighboring property have been getting loose and chasing their children down the street. An officer was requested to speak with the caller about the situation. | Janice Dr, Woodbury, NY 10930 | Other Incidents |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a disabled vehicle reported near the Woodbury firehouse along Route 32. The caller said she was out of gas, and officers later located a white Chevy Suburban near Route 32 and Hunter Street and began looking for the female driver who reportedly left on foot. | NY-32 & Hunter St, Woodbury, NY 10930 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, unit 88 responded to a reported traffic hazard at the intersection of Garfield Road and Van Buren Drive in Kiryas Joel, where a caller reported a construction crew possibly blocking the roadway without flaggers. | Van Buren Dr & Garfield Rd, Kiryas Joel, NY 10950 | Traffic |
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Median Home Price
$804,627
Average Rent
$3,415
Vacancy Rate
12.5%
Nearby neighborhoods
Overview
Nelsonville is a suburban neighborhood in Cold Spring, NY, with a mix of small to medium single-family homes and small apartment buildings.
The median home price is $804,627 and average rent is $3,415. The vacancy rate is 12.5%, with a notable share of seasonal housing.
SuburbanRetiree FriendlyStrong Train Commute
Quick Facts
| Train Commute Rate | 21.7% |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Nelsonville features a mix of historic homes built before 1940 and newer homes built between 1970 and 1999, with a mix of owners and renters.
| Seasonal Occupancy | 7.8% |
|---|---|
| Housing Age | Mostly built before 1940 and 1970-1999 |
| Housing Type | Small to medium single-family homes and small apartments |
What buyers will notice right away
A significant portion of homes are seasonally occupied, common in vacation areas.
The neighborhood has a blend of older and more recent housing stock.
Families & Lifestyle
Nelsonville is highly retiree-friendly and has a notable presence of same-sex couples, with a diverse and educated population.
The neighborhood is peaceful and quiet, appealing to retirees.
It offers a diverse range of housing and a vibrant mix of educated seniors and other age groups.
Retiree Appeal — Highly rated for retirees seeking a quiet, safe community.
Diverse Community — Includes urban sophisticates and a mix of age groups.
| Same-Sex Couples | Higher than 97.8% of U.S. neighborhoods |
|---|---|
| Retiree Friendly Rank | Higher than 97.6% of NY neighborhoods |
Demographics
| Executive, Manager, Professional Share | 54.7% |
|---|---|
| Income Rank | Higher than 83.7% of U.S. neighborhoods |
| Child Poverty Rate | 11.1% |
| English Speakers | 91.8% |
| Spanish Speakers | 3.6% |
| Top Ancestries | ["Irish (30.7%)","Italian (24.4%)","German (18.7%)","English (13.9%)","Polish (2.8%)"] |
Commute
Nelsonville has a strong train commute and longer average commute times, with many residents driving alone or walking to work.
Nelsonville offers a high train commute rate and longer commute times, with a mix of driving and walking.
High Train Ridership — 21.7% commute by train, well above national averages.
Moderate Driving — 44.5% drive alone to work.
Notable Walking Commute — 7.8% walk to work, reflecting local accessibility.
| Train Commute Rate | 21.7% |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 44.5% |
| Walk to Work Rate | 7.8% |
| Main Commute Time | 45-60 minutes |
Homes for sale near 10917
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Nelsonville?
The median home price is $804,627, more expensive than 60.1% of New York neighborhoods.
How common is train commuting here?
About 21.7% of residents commute by train, higher than 97.6% of U.S. neighborhoods.