Liberty Gardens, NY
Is Liberty Gardens a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe258
Medium327
Low455
Other1463
41 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape17
Child involved13
Assault0
Other15
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, officers in Rome coordinate with a caller for a possible welfare check near Black River Boulevard and a nearby residence. They arrange to meet the caller near the location indicated by the last phone ping. | 1st St, Rome, NY 13440 | Missing Person |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, police were dispatched to check on a woman near 6th Street and East Bloomfield Street in Rome after a caller reported that her adult daughter, who had been texting about traveling to pick up her own child, stopped responding and last appeared to be near the water. | 6th St & E Bloomfield St, Rome, NY 13440 | Missing Person |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a reported property-damage crash involving two Honda vehicles near West Liberty Street and North James Street. No injuries were reported. | W Liberty St & N James St, Rome, NY 13440 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a reported fireworks disturbance at a trailer park on Floyd Avenue in Rome, possibly coming from the area of Broadway Street. The reporting party wanted to speak with an officer, but officers were unable to locate the caller and cleared the scene. | Floyd Ave, Rome, NY 13440 | Disturbance |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, authorities responded to a welfare check near Portland Avenue and West Court Street in Rome involving a woman acting erratically and trying to enter multiple homes while searching for a person named (person_name withheld). She reportedly approached the caller. | W Court St, Rome, NY 13440 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a report from a dairy store on Erie Boulevard East about a man in his 40s who allegedly tried to fight customers and staff, with sounds of fighting reportedly heard in the back of the store. | Erie Blvd E, Rome, NY 13440 | Assault Report |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, police check on scene at CNY DDSO after a 21-year-old female was combative and hitting her head; ambulance transport requested. | N George St, Rome, NY 13440 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, staff at a DDSO group home on Kendall Street reported a 21-year-old woman in a possible mental health crisis. They used a restrictive hold, and she was reportedly on the floor hitting her head. Medical responders were requested for evaluation and transport. | N George St, Rome, NY 13440 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a harassment complaint near Expense Street in Rome, New York, after a caller reported a neighbor allegedly threatened to beat them up over cutting the lawn. The involved parties were reportedly separated at the time of the call. | Expense St, Rome, NY 13440 | Assault Report |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers requested and created a store complaint near William Street in Rome, with a unit receiving an incident number from dispatch. | William St, Rome, NY 13440 | Other Incidents |
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Median Home Price
$142,840
Average Rent
$1,787
Vacancy Rate
7.1%
Overview of Liberty Gardens, NY
Liberty Gardens is a suburban neighborhood in Rome, NY, with a median home price of $142,840, more affordable than most New York neighborhoods.
The community is linguistically diverse, with English as the primary language and notable Italian-speaking residents.
SuburbanAffordableLinguistically Diverse
Housing market and real estate character
Housing consists mainly of older single-family homes and small apartment buildings, with a mix of owners and renters.
| Owner Occupied Rate | |
|---|---|
| Housing Type Mix | Single-family homes and small apartment buildings |
| Housing Age | Mostly built between 1940 and 1969, some before 1940 |
What buyers will notice right away
Median home prices are lower than most New York neighborhoods.
Many homes are older, reflecting a well-established neighborhood.
Families and Lifestyle
Liberty Gardens has a diverse population with a lower-middle income profile and a variety of occupations.
The neighborhood supports a mix of occupations including management, manufacturing, sales, and clerical roles.
A significant portion of children live below the poverty line, indicating economic challenges.
Diverse Workforce — Occupations range from executive to manufacturing and service jobs.
Linguistic Diversity — Italian is spoken at home by 12.6%, higher than 98.7% of neighborhoods.
| Child Poverty Rate | 34.5% |
|---|---|
| Executive & Professional Share | 32.4% |
Demographics and Education
| Lower-Middle Income | |
|---|---|
| Child Poverty Rate | 34.5% |
| Ukrainian Ancestry | 3.9% |
| Dominican Ancestry | 5.9% |
| Top Languages | ["English","Italian","Spanish","Polish","Arabic"] |
Commute Patterns
Nearly half of residents have very short commutes under 15 minutes, with most driving alone to work.
Liberty Gardens offers short commutes and a high rate of carpooling, reflecting local work proximity.
Short Commutes — 47.7% of residents commute under 15 minutes.
Carpooling — 18.4% carpool, higher than many neighborhoods.
| Drive Alone Rate | 68.8% |
|---|---|
| Carpool Rate | 18.4% |
| Main Commute Time | Under 15 minutes |
Homes for sale near 13440
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Frequently Asked Questions
How affordable is Liberty Gardens?
Median home prices are lower than 94.2% of New York neighborhoods.
What languages are spoken in Liberty Gardens?
English is most common, with significant Italian, Spanish, Polish, and Arabic speakers.