Salamanca, NY
Is Cold Spring / Red House a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
Explore safety, home prices, commute patterns, and neighborhood insights in Salamanca, New York - so you can decide with confidence before buying or renting.
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe36
Medium53
Low81
Other256
12 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape4
Child involved7
Assault2
Other4
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 were sent to Hemlock Trail Court in Salamanca for a reported noise complaint involving loud music. | Hemlock Dr, Salamanca, NY 14779 | Disturbance |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers report being out at the veterans memorial park property for a possible suspicious activity check. | Veterans Memorial Park, 526 Broad St, Salamanca, NY 14779 | Suspicious Activity |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical emergency involving a 74-year-old female who is unable to walk was reported near East Middle Lane. | East St, Salamanca, NY 14779 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were sent to Hillview Homes in Salamanca for a possible neighbor disturbance involving someone outside yelling at residents. | Iroquois Dr, Salamanca, NY 14779 | Disturbance |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services were dispatched for a reported ALS-level chest pain call involving a 24-year-old man with difficulty breathing and chest pain at an apartment near Eagle Street in the Salamanca or Selma area. | Eagle St d3, Salamanca, NY 14779 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, possible medical emergency involving chest pain and difficulty breathing at a location near Eagle Street, apartment (number withheld). | Eagle St d 3, Salamanca, NY 14779 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical service dispatched to a location near Erie St for a 20-year-old female experiencing severe nasal pain. | Erie St, Salamanca, NY 14779 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to an apparent smoke alarm activation in an apartment near Eagle Street in Salamanca, reportedly caused by smoke from cooking and requiring the alarm to be reset. No active fire was reported. | Eagle St, Salamanca, NY 14779 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire units respond to a reported smoke alarm activation at an apartment on Eagle Street in the Emerald Hills area, apparently caused by cooking, with no active fire reported and a request to reset the alarm. | Eagle St, Salamanca, NY 14779 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire units respond to a reported smoke alarm activation at a residence near Eagle Street in the Salamanca area. It appears to involve cooking smoke with no active fire, and the alarm needs to be reset. | Eagle St, Salamanca, NY 14779 | Fire |
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Median Home Price
$112,340
Average Rent
$969
Vacancy Rate
17.3%
Nearby neighborhoods
Overview
Cold Spring / Red House is a rural neighborhood in Salamanca, NY, with mostly historic homes built before 1940 and some built between 1940 and 1969.
The median home price is $112,340 and average rent is $969, both lower than most New York neighborhoods.
RuralLow IncomeNative American HeritageHistoric Homes
Quick Facts
| Child Poverty Rate | 33.2% |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Housing consists of medium to small single-family homes and apartments, many built before 1940 and some between 1940 and 1969.
| Built Pre-1940 | Many residences |
|---|---|
| Built 1940-1969 | Some residences |
| Owner vs Renter Occupied | Mixed occupancy |
What buyers will notice right away
Many homes are older, reflecting the neighborhood's long history.
Vacancy is relatively high, which may indicate some housing challenges.
Families & Lifestyle
The neighborhood has a low income profile with a significant Native American community and a high child poverty rate.
Walking is a common commute mode, reflecting a walkable community.
The neighborhood's cultural heritage is strong with a large Native American population.
Cultural Heritage — High Native American ancestry and language presence.
Walkable Community — Walking to work is more common here than in most U.S. neighborhoods.
| Child Poverty Rate | 33.2% |
|---|---|
| Sales and Service Occupations | 33.9% |
Demographics
| Income Rank | Lower than 96.5% of U.S. neighborhoods |
|---|---|
| Sales and Service Occupations | 33.9% |
| Top Languages | ["English (94.5%)","Native American languages (3.7%)"] |
| Top Ancestries | ["Native American (23.6%)","German (17.7%)","Irish (11.7%)","Italian (7.6%)","Polish (6.8%)"] |
Commute
Many residents have short commutes, with a high rate of driving alone and walking to work.
Short commutes and diverse transportation modes support quality of life here.
Short Commutes — 62.1% of residents commute under 15 minutes.
Walking Commute — Walking to work is more common than in most U.S. neighborhoods.
| Commute Under 15 Minutes | 62.1% |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone | 70.6% |
| Walk to Work | 10.8% |
| Carpool | 10.6% |
Homes for sale near 14779
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the typical housing age?
Many homes were built before 1940, with some built between 1940 and 1969.
What is the child poverty rate?
33.2%, higher than 84.7% of U.S. neighborhoods.
Is walking a common commute mode?
Yes, 10.8% walk to work, higher than 95.4% of U.S. neighborhoods.