Mount Pleasant Southeast Neighborhood

Is Mount Pleasant Southeast 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

$132,042

Average Rent

$1,890

Vacancy Rate

12%

Nearby neighborhoods

Overview

Mount Pleasant Southeast is an urban neighborhood in Schenectady, NY, dominated by small apartment buildings and single-family homes. Most residences are a mix of owners and renters, with many built before 1939.

The neighborhood has a high vacancy rate and a significant share of historic homes, with a large portion of residents living in poverty.

UrbanHistoric ApartmentsHigh Vacancy

Quick Facts

Child Poverty Rate	57.7%

Housing market and real estate character

Mount Pleasant Southeast's housing is mostly small apartment buildings and older single-family homes, with a high vacancy rate and a large share of historic residences.

Historic Homes	63.6% built 1939 or earlier
Housing Type	77.1% small 2-4 unit apartment buildings
Owner vs Renter	Mixed ownership and rental

What buyers will notice right away

High concentration of historic residences offers unique charm.

High vacancy and child poverty rates may indicate social challenges.

Families & Lifestyle

Mount Pleasant Southeast has a diverse population with a high rate of single mother households and low income levels.

Diverse Community — Significant Puerto Rican and Dominican ancestry populations contribute to cultural richness.

Single Mother Households	Higher than 98.5% of U.S. neighborhoods
Child Poverty Rate	57.7%

Demographics

Executive, Management & Professional Occupations	15.7%
Puerto Rican Ancestry	12.6%
Dominican Ancestry	3.8%
Foreign Born Residents	16.2%

Commute

Most residents have short commutes, with a notable share using the bus.

Mount Pleasant Southeast offers short commutes with a high bus ridership compared to most U.S. neighborhoods.

Short Commutes — Over half commute 15 to 30 minutes.

Public Transit Use — Bus ridership is higher than 99% of U.S. neighborhoods.

Commute Time 15-30 minutes	54.1%
Drive Alone to Work	59.3%
Bus Commute	21.3%
Carpool to Work	6.4%

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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