Glens Falls, NY

Is City Center a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide

Explore safety, home prices, commute patterns, and neighborhood insights in Glens Falls, NY - so you can decide with confidence before buying or renting.

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Crime Summary:

Crime Overview (last 12 months)

Severe142

Medium217

Low259

Other1240

134 Registered Offenders Nearby

Rape41

Child involved34

Assault1

Other66

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, emergency crews were dispatched to a location near Dixon Road and Depalo Lane in West Glens Falls for a reported possible overdose involving an adult female. State police were on scene and later transported the woman to a hospital, and the responding ambulance was canceled.	Dixon Rd & Depalo Lane, West Glens Falls, NY 12804	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, eMS is dispatched on mutual aid to a nursing and rehabilitation center near Madison Street for a 54-year-old woman reportedly experiencing a seizure.	Sherman Ave, Glens Falls, NY 12801	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a possible overdose on De Palo Lane near Dixon Road in the village of Lake George. A caller reported that a woman upstairs may have taken a bottle of pills, and Queensbury patrol units were sent, including an additional unit for support.	Dixon Rd & Depalo Lane, West Glens Falls, NY 12804	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical emergency call was reported near Jefferson Street. Units were dispatched and arrived on scene. The situation may involve a possible patient movement towards Bluebird and Stewart's.	Jefferson St, Glens Falls, NY 12801	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, eMS responded to a report near Feeder Street in Hudson Falls involving a female with chest pain who appears to be in her twenties.	Feeder St, Hudson Falls, NY 12839	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews respond to a possible overdose involving an intoxicated adult male with abdominal pain near Winterberry Lane and Winterberry Boulevard. Law enforcement units are requested to assist EMS.	Winterberry Ln, Fort Edward, NY 12828	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services responded near Ferry Street in Hudson Falls for a 39-year-old female with back pain that may involve the kidney area. The patient was conscious, alert, and breathing during the response.	Ferry St, Hudson Falls, NY 12839	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, medical emergency reported for a female adult with back pain near Ferry Street in Hudson Falls.	Ferry St, Hudson Falls, NY 12839	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, officers are dispatched to a possible suspicious circumstance near Burgoyne Avenue after a caller reports a light on inside a residence that has been vacant and with no vehicles in the driveway.	Burgoyne Ave, Hudson Falls, NY 12839	Suspicious Activity
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a possible suspicious man and woman near Main Street in the village of South Glens Falls. The woman is described as carrying a large stick and wearing a (description withheld) and shorts, and the man is described as wearing a red jacket, blue jeans, and a black hat.	Main St, South Glens Falls, NY 12803	Suspicious Activity

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Median Home Price

$229,200

Average Rent

$1,762

Vacancy Rate

1.9%

Nearby neighborhoods

Overview

City Center in Glens Falls is an urban neighborhood with a median home price of $229,200, more affordable than most New York neighborhoods.

The area has a low vacancy rate of 1.9%, indicating tight housing supply, and a diverse cultural heritage with strong French and Irish ancestry presence.

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Quick Facts

Short Commutes	45.2% under 15 minutes

Housing market and real estate character

City Center's housing stock is dominated by small multi-unit apartment buildings and historic single-family homes, with a majority renter occupancy.

Small 2-4 Unit Apartments	30.9% of housing stock
Housing Age	Mostly built before 1940
Renter Occupied	Majority of residences

What buyers will notice right away

Low vacancy rate means high demand and limited supply.

Many homes built before 1940 offer unique architectural styles.

Families & Lifestyle

City Center offers a culturally rich environment with diverse ancestries and languages, supporting a vibrant community life.

Cultural Diversity — Strong presence of French, Irish, Italian, Polish, and Spanish-speaking residents.

French Ancestry	10.7%
Irish Ancestry	25.7%
Italian Language Speakers	12.3%

Demographics

Executive, Management & Professional Occupations	37.9%
English Speakers	93.6%
Italian Speakers	12.3%
Irish Ancestry	25.7%
French Ancestry	10.7%

Commute

Most residents enjoy short commutes, with many driving alone or walking to work.

City Center's short commute times and varied transportation modes support a balanced urban lifestyle.

Short Commutes — Nearly half of workers commute under 15 minutes.

Car Ownership — Majority drive alone, but walking and carpooling are also common.

Under 15 Minute Commute	45.2%
Drive Alone	77.3%
Walk to Work	8.2%
Carpool	7.7%

Homes for sale near 12801

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