Port Kent Neighborhood

Is Port Kent a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide

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

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Hoodscore
91

Crime Summary:

Crime Overview (last 12 months)

Severe9
Medium18
Low12
Other62

4 Registered Offenders Nearby

Rape0
Child involved1
Assault0
Other3

Crime Details:

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

Crime dateCrime descriptionAddressCrime category
Jul 16, 2026As discussed during the dispatch call, an 82-year-old female is conscious and breathing, requesting transport due to high blood pressure near Thompson Road in Keeseville.Thompson Rd, Keeseville, NY 12944Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026As discussed during the dispatch call, a caller reported a possible dispute at a residence on Cinnamon Ridge Drive, where a woman, who also appears to be listed on the home, was trying to enter and retrieve her belongings without notifying him as previously agreed.Cinnamon Ridge, Keeseville, NY 12944Break-In
Jul 14, 2026As discussed during the dispatch call, officers are requested to conduct a welfare check on a pregnant woman staying in a room at a local motel, with a possible request for transport mentioned.US-9, Keeseville, NY 12944Welfare Check
Jul 14, 2026As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical crews were sent to a home near Prospect Road in Keeseville for a reported 75-year-old man who was conscious but having difficulty breathing and experiencing weakness. EMS unit 91 responded and was later reported on scene.Prospect Rd, Keeseville, NY 12944Medical Emergency
Jul 12, 2026As discussed during the dispatch call, police are dispatched to speak with a man in Keeseville about a possible dispute involving allegedly slanderous posts about him on social media.Liberty St, Keeseville, NY 12944Other Incidents
Jul 12, 2026As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency services are requesting additional personnel for a medical incident near Pleasant Street in Keeseville.Pleasant St, Keeseville, NY 12944Medical Emergency
Jul 12, 2026As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency responders were called to a medical situation involving a 21-year-old female near Pleasant Street. She was conscious, breathing, but unable to walk. The patient is reportedly three months pregnant and has been bedridden with sciatic pain.Pleasant St, Keeseville, NY 12944Medical Emergency
Jul 12, 2026As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to a reported structure fire near Route 9N in the Keeseville district after a neighbor reported seeing a fire next door. It was unclear from radio traffic whether the fire involved the residence or something outside.State Hwy 9N, Keeseville, NY 12924Fire
Jul 10, 2026As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reported a verbal domestic dispute at a residence near Bushy Road in Keeseville. The caller (name withheld) reported her 17-year-old daughter was screaming, yelling, and out of control. Earlier third-party information suggested the female might have a knife, but units were advised the incident was verbal in nature with no weapons reported.Bushey Ln, Keeseville, NY 12944Domestic Dispute
Jul 10, 2026As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a possible two-vehicle property damage crash near Route 99 and Balsam Drive involving a Nissan Rogue and a GMC Acadia. No injuries or arrests were reported.Balsam Dr, Keeseville, NY 12944Traffic

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Median Home Price
$218,146
Average Rent
$1,812
Vacancy Rate
21.9%

Nearby neighborhoods

Overview of Port Kent

Port Kent is a remote, spacious neighborhood in Keeseville, NY, with a low population density of 31 people per square mile.

Housing here is mostly medium to small single-family homes and mobile homes, many built between 1970 and 1999.

RemoteOwner OccupiedSeasonal Housing

Quick Facts

Vacancy Rate21.9%

Housing market and real estate character

Port Kent's housing stock consists mainly of medium to small single-family homes and mobile homes, with many residences built between 1970 and 1999.

Owner Occupied RateMajority owner occupied
Seasonally Occupied Housing13.0%
Housing Age (Built 1970-1999)Many homes

What buyers will notice right away

Median home prices are below most New York neighborhoods, offering accessible options.
High vacancy and seasonal occupancy rates may affect neighborhood dynamics.

Families and Lifestyle

Port Kent is noted for its peaceful, quiet environment and is considered a good option for retirement living in New York.

Quiet and peaceful setting
Above average safety ratings
Attractive to college-educated seniors
Retirement Friendly — Port Kent ranks highly for retirement living due to its safety and housing variety.
Retirement Living Rank in NYBetter than 87.6% of NY neighborhoods

Demographics and Culture

Occupational Distribution31.9% sales/service, 25.9% executive/management/professional, 23.6% manufacturing/labor, 15.7% clerical/tech support
Income LevelMiddle income
Childhood Poverty Rate30.3%
Top AncestriesFrench (21.5%), German (16.3%), Irish (14.3%), English (8.1%), French Canadian (5.1%)
Languages SpokenEnglish (96.9%), Italian, Polish, Greek (0.9%)

Commute Patterns

Most residents have a relatively short commute and primarily drive alone to work.

Port Kent offers manageable commute times with a high rate of private vehicle use.

Short Commutes — Nearly half of commuters spend 15-30 minutes traveling to work.
Car Dependency — Most residents drive alone, with a notable share carpooling.
Main Commute Time15-30 minutes
Drive Alone Rate81.0%
Carpool Rate13.1%

Homes for sale near 12944

For-sale listings in this zip code. Open a property in HoodScore to run a safety report.

$3,799,000
4 bd | 4 ba | 4,126 sqft
12944 White Violet DR
Naples, FL, 34119
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$395,000
3 bd | 3 ba | 1,228 sqft
12944 Grant Circle #B
Thornton, CO, 80241
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$490,000
5 bd | 2 ba | 2,177 sqft
364 Port Douglas Rd
Keeseville, NY, 12944
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$665,000
4 bd | 2 ba | 3,050 sqft
12944 Lower Waitsburg Road
Waitsburg, WA, 99361
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$479,000
4 bd | 3 ba | 3,280 sqft
12944 Pleasant Ridge Dr
Walker, LA, 70785
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$165,000
2 bd | 2 ba | 978 sqft
12944 Bryce Canyon Dr APT B
Maryland Heights, MO, 63043
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$595,000
3 bd | 2 ba | 1,310 sqft
12944 68th St Street N
West Palm Beach, FL, 33412
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Port Kent a good place for retirees?

Port Kent ranks better for retirement living than 87.6% of New York neighborhoods, noted for its safety and housing options.

What is the vacancy rate in Port Kent?

The vacancy rate is 21.9%, higher than 89.8% of U.S. neighborhoods, partly due to seasonal housing.

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