Danby
Is Danby a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe9
Medium5
Low3
Other46
3 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape2
Child involved3
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 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatchers report a possible 911 hang-up from a business near Main Street in the Van Etten area, with the line busy on callback. | Main St, Van Etten, NY 14889 | Suspicious Activity |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency responders are requested for a 73-year-old male with difficulty breathing near Washburn Road in Spencer. The patient is alert and has stage four lung cancer. | Washburn Rd, Spencer, NY 14883 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a 67-year-old man experienced dizziness and flushing after being outside in the heat near East Spencer Road (number withheld). Emergency responders were dispatched to assist. | E Spencer Rd Lot 9, Spencer, NY 14883 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, eMS dispatched to a location near Dean Creek Road, Spencer for a 52-year-old man with chest pains who is alert and breathing normally. Responders requested for assistance. | Dean Creek Rd, Spencer, NY 14883 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 14, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch requested an additional unit to assist an officer on a possible burglary reported near Nichols Street in Spencer, New York. The involved units later reported clearing from an alarm and asked for the assisting officer’s estimated arrival time. | Nichols St, Spencer, NY 14883 | Break-In |
| Jul 14, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency units initially responded to an alarm reported near Nichols Street. A later call from the property owner indicated everything was apparently resolved, and units were cleared from the alarm. Radio traffic also referenced a potential burglary call at the same street. | Nichols St, Spencer, NY 14883 | Fire |
| Jul 14, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, deputies responded to a reported family dispute at a residence near Nichols Street in the Village of Spencer. A caller reported that her landlord, who also lives there, allegedly forced entry into her bedroom after a verbal argument and took her phone. The involved parties were reportedly separated during and after the 911 call. | Nichols St, Spencer, NY 14883 | Domestic Dispute |
| Jul 14, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reported a possible burglar alarm at a country club on Fisher Settlement Road. Two units were sent after clearing a previous call, with the alarm noted from an east hall motion sensor and no key holder reached. | Fisher Settlement Rd, Spencer, NY 14883 | Break-In |
| Jul 14, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, an ALS assist was requested for a 78 year old female who had a seizure, is no longer seizing, is not alert, and is breathing normally, near Halsey Valley Road in Spencer. | Halsey Valley Rd, Spencer, NY 14883 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 14, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, eMS requested advanced life support assistance in Spencer for a 76-year-old man at a residence near East Spencer Road who was reportedly initially unresponsive and then conscious but having difficulty breathing and not alert. | E Spencer Rd Lot 23, Spencer, NY 14883 | Medical Emergency |
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Median Home Price
$334,873
Average Rent
$2,187
Vacancy Rate
3.6%
Overview
Danby is a remote, peaceful neighborhood in Ithaca, NY, with a median home price of $334,873 and average rent of $2,187. It has a low vacancy rate of 3.6%, indicating strong housing demand.
The neighborhood is known for its retiree-friendly environment and a high concentration of adults with graduate degrees, making it attractive to highly educated residents.
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Quick Facts
| Graduate Degree Holders | 35.8% |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Danby features mostly owner-occupied single-family homes and small apartment buildings, with many built between 1970 and 1999.
| Owner Occupied Rate | Majority |
|---|---|
| Housing Type | Single-family homes and small apartment buildings |
| Housing Age | Many built 1970-1999, some before 1940 |
What buyers will notice right away
Vacancy rate is low, indicating strong demand and potential for price growth.
Most homes are owner occupied, suggesting residential stability.
Families & Lifestyle
Danby is peaceful and retiree-friendly, with a mix of occupations and a notable presence of highly educated residents.
Retiree-Friendly — The neighborhood is more retiree-friendly than 99.3% of New York neighborhoods.
| Graduate Degree Holders | 35.8% |
|---|
Demographics
| Executive, Management & Professional Occupations | 61.1% |
|---|---|
| Sales & Service Jobs | 16.9% |
| Manufacturing & Laborer Occupations | 13.0% |
| Clerical & Tech Support | 9.0% |
| Eastern European Ancestry | 3.0% |
| Welsh Ancestry | 2.7% |
| Mon-Khmer Language Speakers | 1.1% |
| English Speakers | 91.6% |
| Top Ancestries | ["English (20.5%)","German (19.4%)","Irish (14.3%)","Scottish (4.5%)","French (4.2%)"] |
Commute
Most residents drive alone or carpool, with a majority commuting 15 to 30 minutes.
Danby offers mostly solo driving commutes with a majority spending 15-30 minutes traveling to work.
Short Commutes — 64.9% of commuters spend 15-30 minutes traveling to work.
Solo Driving — 76.7% drive alone to work, typical for suburban neighborhoods.
| Drive Alone Rate | 76.7% |
|---|---|
| Carpool Rate | 6.8% |
| Main Commute Time | 15-30 minutes |
Homes for sale near 14883
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price?
The median home price is $334,873, less expensive than 72.3% of New York neighborhoods.
How low is the vacancy rate?
The vacancy rate is 3.6%, lower than 74.9% of U.S. neighborhoods, indicating strong demand.