Carman, Schenectady, NY

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

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Crime Summary:

Crime Overview (last 12 months)

Severe387

Medium231

Low320

Other1877

128 Registered Offenders Nearby

Rape54

Child involved40

Assault3

Other46

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, emergency crews were dispatched to stage near State Street for a possible domestic-related injury involving a 30-year-old man.	State St, Schenectady, NY 12307	Domestic Dispute
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, fire and EMS units were dispatched to stage near the 800 block of Michigan Ave for a reported 38-year-old female who was apparently assaulted. Law enforcement had not yet been dispatched at the time of the radio traffic.	Michigan Ave, Schenectady, NY 12303	Assault Report
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services responded to a reported sick person at the Salvation Army Blue Home near Lafayette Street in Schenectady. The patient is a 53-year-old female.	Lafayette St, Schenectady, NY 12305	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatchers advised responders about a possible physical domestic dispute at a residence on State Street and requested police presence before responders approached a nearby location.	State St, Schenectady, NY 12307	Domestic Dispute
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical emergency may involve a 29-year-old male who fell off a scooter near the intersection of Craig Street and Lincoln Ave. He appears to have a gash on his arm and a possible rib injury.	Lincoln Ave & Craig St, Schenectady, NY 12307	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch advised unit 11 of a possible suspicious person or vehicle involving a Spectrum truck parked near the 3200 block of Woodhaven Drive in Guilderland, after a caller reported concern about a worker there.	Woodhaven Dr, Schenectady, NY 12303	Suspicious Activity
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, eMS is dispatched to a location on Edgewood Ave for a reported 73-year-old man who is sick and not alert. Operations are assigned to EMS 1, with nearby cross streets including Delaware Ave and Granville Ave.	Edgewood Ave, Rotterdam, NY 12306	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services respond to a diabetic-related medical issue involving a 72-year-old woman at Heritage Condominiums near Dublin Avenue and Vanderburgh Street, Schenectady.	Curry Rd, Schenectady, NY 12303	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews respond to a reported auto accident at the intersection of Francis Avenue and Howard Street involving a 35-year-old male pedestrian complaining of wrist pain.	Howard St & Francis Ave, Schenectady, NY 12303	Traffic
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, responders made contact with a highly combative male near State Street and Elliott Avenue. He appeared okay, left on his bike toward a different area, and law enforcement was notified to check the vicinity.	State St & Elliott Ave, Schenectady, NY 12304	Disturbance

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Median Home Price

$294,403

Average Rent

$1,749

Vacancy Rate

1.7%

Nearby neighborhoods

Carman Neighborhood Overview

Carman is a suburban neighborhood in Schenectady, NY, with a median home price of $294,403 and average rent of $1,749. Housing consists mainly of medium to small single-family homes and small apartment buildings, many built between 1940 and 1969.

The neighborhood has a strong government workforce and a low vacancy rate, with a diverse ancestry and language profile.

SuburbanEstablished HomesGovernment EmploymentDiverse Languages

Quick Facts

Vacancy Rate	1.7%
Government Employment	16.7%

Housing market and real estate character

Carman offers mostly medium to small single-family homes and small apartments, with strong owner occupancy and tight housing supply.

Housing Age (1940-1969)	Many residences built between 1940 and 1969
Housing Age (1970-1999)	Some residences built between 1970 and 1999

What buyers will notice right away

Homes are mostly older, well-established, with a stable housing market.

Vacancy rate is low, indicating strong demand.

Families and Lifestyle in Carman

Carman is an upper-middle income neighborhood with a moderate child poverty rate and a mix of occupations.

Strong government employment supports economic stability.

Moderate child poverty rate suggests relative family well-being.

Diverse Occupations — Residents work in executive, sales, clerical, and government roles.

Child Poverty Rate	6.3%
Executive Occupations	47.4%

Demographics of Carman

Executive, Management & Professional Occupations	47.4%
Government Employment	16.7%
Child Poverty Rate	6.3%
Income Rank	Higher than 63.9% of U.S. neighborhoods
Italian Ancestry	31.8%
Irish Ancestry	29.7%
Languages Spoken at Home	English 96.6%, Polish 6.7%

Commuting in Carman

Most residents have short commutes and primarily drive alone or carpool.

Carman offers manageable commute times with a majority driving alone and some carpooling.

Short Commutes — Nearly half of residents commute under 30 minutes.

Car Ownership — High drive-alone rate with some carpooling.

Typical Commute Time	15-30 minutes (49.8%)
Drive Alone Rate	77.5%
Carpool Rate	7.3%

Homes for sale near 12303

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

$520,000

2 bd | 2 ba | 1,271 sqft

12303 SE 60th Street #3A

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