Best / Luther, East Greenbush

Is East Greenbush, NY (Best / Luther) a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide

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Hoodscore

Crime Summary:

Crime Overview (last 12 months)

Severe46

Medium52

Low115

Other276

2 Registered Offenders Nearby

Rape0

Child involved1

Assault0

Other1

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, police respond to a reported domestic incident at an apartment on Horizon View Drive in East Greenbush after a 911 hang-up. A female caller reported that a relative admitted to assaulting her and said she would wait outside for officers.	Horizon View Dr W Apt 12, East Greenbush, NY 12061	Domestic Dispute
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical emergency involving a male in his 50s with high blood pressure was reported near Jefferson Avenue at Living Resources. The person was conscious, alert, and breathing normally, and transport to Memorial was indicated.	Jefferson Ave, Rensselaer, NY 12144	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency services responded to a male in his 50s with high blood pressure at The Living Resources near Jefferson Avenue. The patient was conscious, alert, and breathing normally, and was transported to Memorial.	Jefferson Ave, Rensselaer, NY 12144	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services responding to a call at Hawthorne Ridge.	Community Way, East Greenbush, NY 12061	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical emergency was reported at Hawthorne Ridge Assisted Living near Community Way involving a 93-year-old female who was alert and breathing. She was planned to be transported to Albany Medical Center.	Community Way, East Greenbush, NY 12061	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a reported gas odor at a gas station on Columbia Turnpike in East Greenbush. A signal 10 was transmitted for the scene, but later checks reportedly showed no hazardous readings and the station was told to secure operations.	Columbia Turnpike, East Greenbush, NY 12061	Fire
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews investigated a reported gas odor at a gas station on Columbia Turnpike in East Greenbush and reported negative readings after checking multiple buildings. The scene and a nearby fire station were then secured.	Columbia Turnpike, East Greenbush, NY 12061	Fire
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews in East Greenbush investigated a reported outdoor odor of natural gas and a possible propane leak at a gas station on Columbia Turnpike near Middlesex Road and Van Buren Avenue. A passerby at the pumps reported the smell and then left the area, and multiple fire units responded to check the tanks outside in the storage cage.	Columbia Turnpike, East Greenbush, NY 12061	Fire
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews were dispatched to the area near Columbia Turnpike for a reported outdoor natural gas odor near a local business.	Columbia Turnpike, East Greenbush, NY 12061	Fire
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services dispatched to a residence near Overlook Avenue for a 70-year-old male needing lift assistance.	Garner Rd apt b, Averill Park, NY 12018	Medical Emergency

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Median Home Price

$653,583

Average Rent

$644

Vacancy Rate

3.5%

Nearby neighborhoods

Best / Luther Overview

Best / Luther is a rural neighborhood in East Greenbush, NY, with mostly medium to large single-family homes and apartment complexes.

The median home price is $653,583 and average rent is $644, both reflecting a wealthy community with very low child poverty.

RuralOwner OccupiedWealthyLow Child Poverty

Quick Facts

Italian Ancestry	22.4%

Housing market and real estate character

Best / Luther features mostly owner-occupied medium to large single-family homes and apartment complexes built mainly between 1970 and present.

Vacancy Rate	3.5%
Housing Age	Built mostly 1970-1999 and 2000-present
Owner Occupied	Majority owner occupied

What buyers will notice right away

Vacancy rate is low, indicating strong demand.

Highly rated for retirees, peaceful and safe.

Families & Lifestyle

Best / Luther is a wealthy neighborhood with a very low child poverty rate and a high share of executives and professionals.

Wealth and Education — Among the wealthiest and most educated neighborhoods in the US.

Occupational Mix — Dominated by executives, with sales, manufacturing, and government jobs.

Child Poverty Rate	0.0%
Executive/Professional Occupations	63.0%

Demographics

Executive/Professional Share	63.0%
Child Poverty Rate	0.0%
Income Level	Higher than 91.6% of US neighborhoods
English Speaking Households	85.6%
Other Languages	Languages of India 2.8%
Top Ancestry	Italian 22.4%, Irish 18.1%, German 16.8%, English 9.9%, Asian 8.0%, Dutch 5.5%