French Mountain / Lake Sunnyside, Queensbury, NY
Is French Mountain / Lake Sunnyside a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe14
Medium45
Low83
Other167
11 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape4
Child involved2
Assault0
Other6
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, deputies responded to a possible runaway juvenile near a residence on State Route 9 in the Lake George area after a caller reported their son left within the last hour, possibly riding a bicycle with pink handlebars. | US-9, Lake George, NY 12845 | Missing Person |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical call was reported near State Route 9 in Queensbury involving a 19-year-old male who fell off a bicycle and may have a broken arm. Ambulance 710 was dispatched to the scene. | US-9, Lake George, NY 12845 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a teenager fell off a bicycle just north of the King Hendrick Motel on State Route 9, conscious and alert with a possible broken left arm. EMS arrived but the individual left the scene on a scooter refusing service, traveling toward Bluebird Road and Stewart's. Police were requested by the mother and later made contact near Bluebird, leading to canceling medic response. | US-9, Lake George, NY 12845 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic indicates an officer volunteered to handle a possible phone-related incident at a motel in the Lake George area. | McGinnis Ln, Lake George, NY 12845 | Other Non-Crime Event |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic indicates a possible disturbance that was later clarified as a duplicate call about a vehicle reportedly damaged in the lower parking lot near Fort William Henry in Lake George. | Canada St, Lake George, NY 12845 | Suspicious Activity |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a caller reported a possible disturbance and vehicle damage in a parking lot below Fort William Henry in Lake George. The situation appears to involve disorderly conduct in the lot near Canada Street. | Canada St, Lake George, NY 12845 | Disturbance |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, deputies were sent near Canada Street in Lake George to assist a caller who reported their black Chevy Tahoe was missing and requested help locating it. | Canada St, Lake George, NY 12845 | Other Incidents |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were asked to respond to the area in front of Playland Arcade on Canada Street in Lake George to assist a caller (name withheld) who reported they lost track of their black 2023 Chevy Tahoe while there with their children. | Canada St, Lake George, NY 12845 | Other Incidents |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, units were sent to the Lake George RV Park in Queensbury for a reported family dispute. A caller said her 12-year-old daughter (name withheld) was afraid of her father, who was reportedly yelling and screaming. The father was reported to be at lot 89, and the child was waiting for a trolley to the front desk/front area while the caller was en route from Canada. | NY-149, Lake George, NY 12845 | Domestic Dispute |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a motor vehicle accident on I-87 northbound near Exit 23 in the Warrensburg area, with an adult female driver reportedly feeling lightheaded and dizzy. Fire and EMS units are dispatched and responding to the scene. | I-87, Warrensburg, NY | Traffic |
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Median Home Price
$283,210
Average Rent
$2,149
Vacancy Rate
19.1%
Child Poverty Rate
0.0%
Nearby neighborhoods
Overview
French Mountain / Lake Sunnyside is a rural neighborhood in Queensbury, NY, with a median home price of $283,210, more affordable than most New York neighborhoods.
The area has a high vacancy rate of 19.1%, including 17.0% seasonal vacancies, reflecting vacation or seasonal housing. Homes are mostly medium to small single-family and small apartments built between 1940 and 1999.
RuralQuietRetiree-Friendly
Housing market and real estate character
Housing here includes a mix of owner and renter occupied medium to small single-family homes and small apartments.
| Seasonal Vacancy | 17.0% |
|---|---|
| Housing Age | Many homes built 1970-1999 and 1940-1969 |
| Housing Type | Medium to small single-family homes and small apartments |
What buyers will notice right away
Vacancy is high, with many homes seasonally occupied, typical of vacation areas.
Median home price is below most New York neighborhoods, offering moderate affordability.
Families & Lifestyle
This neighborhood is peaceful and retiree-friendly, with very low child poverty and a diverse occupational mix.
Retiree Friendly — Ranked more retiree-friendly than 95.9% of New York neighborhoods.
Low Child Poverty — No children living below the federal poverty line.
| Child Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
|---|---|
| Executive/Professional Employment | 32.7% |
Demographics
| Executive/Professional Share | 32.7% |
|---|---|
| Income Level | Middle income |
| Child Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| Top Languages | ["English (93.9%)","Spanish (3.3%)"] |
| Top Ancestries | ["German (18.6%)","Irish (16.7%)","Italian (13.9%)","Polish (12.6%)","English (10.6%)","Welsh (4.4%)","Dutch (5.9%)"] |
Commute
Most residents drive alone with relatively short commutes.
Residents mostly drive alone with moderate commute times, typical of rural areas.
Short Commutes — Over a third commute 15-30 minutes, shorter than average.
Car Dependency — High rate of driving alone indicates reliance on private vehicles.
| Main Commute Time | 15-30 minutes (36.7%) |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 88.0% |
Homes for sale near 12845
For-sale listings in this zip code. Open a property in HoodScore to run a safety report.
$1,344,900
3 bd | 4 ba | 2,406 sqft
3259 Lake Shore Drive #4
Diamond Point, NY, 12824
$369,900
3 bd | 2 ba | 1,616 sqft
12845 SW Lake Fern Circle
Port Saint Lucie, FL, 34987
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in French Mountain / Lake Sunnyside?
The median home price is $283,210, less expensive than 77.4% of New York neighborhoods.
What is notable about the neighborhood's child poverty rate?
No children live below the federal poverty line, lower than 100% of U.S. neighborhoods.