E Old State Rd / E Lydius St, Schenectady, NY
Is E Old State Rd / E Lydius St a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe314
Medium248
Low361
Other1195
65 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape23
Child involved23
Assault1
Other22
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, a medical call was dispatched to an address near Shaker Run, Santa Creek Road, and Shaker Apartments in Colonie Village. | Shaker Run, Colonie, NY 12205 | 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, emergency medical services responded to a possible fall involving a 78-year-old woman near Western Avenue. She reportedly feels dizzy. Incident location includes a room on the fourth floor. | Western Ave, Albany, NY 12203 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire and EMS units were sent to the intersection of State Street and Balltown Road in Niskayuna for a reported 40-year-old man lying in the roadway next to a bicycle, indicating a possible crash or medical issue involving a bicyclist. | State St & Balltown Rd, Niskayuna, NY 12304 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a reported hit-and-run near Tryon Street in Albany. | Tryon St, Albany, NY 12203 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, an officer was assigned to take a report for a possible hit and run incident near Tryon Street in Albany. | Tryon St, Albany, NY 12203 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical call was reported at The Towers of Colonie near Sand Creek Road, apartment (number withheld). | Sand Creek Rd, Albany, NY 12205 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews were dispatched to a reported carbon monoxide alarm without reported illness at an apartment complex on Bridle Path in Colonie. | Bridle Path, Colonie, NY 12205 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were sent to the area near a restaurant on Washington Avenue Extension for a report of a juvenile male in a (description withheld) and (description withheld) showing off a knife. The complainant reported that he displayed the knife but did not make threats or act in a menacing way. | Washington Ave Ext, Albany, NY 12205 | Weapons |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reported a possible carbon monoxide alarm with no reported illness at a residence near Bridle Path off Red Fox Drive, with the local fire department assigned to respond. | Bridle Path, Colonie, NY 12205 | Fire |
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Median Home Price
$367,294
Average Rent
$1,792
Vacancy Rate
2.2%
Nearby neighborhoods
Neighborhood Overview
E Old State Rd / E Lydius St is a rural neighborhood in Schenectady, NY with a median home price of $367,294 and a low vacancy rate of 2.2%.
Housing consists mainly of medium to large single-family homes built mostly between 1970 and 1999.
RuralWealthyLow VacancyExecutive Lifestyle
Quick Facts
| Child Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
The neighborhood features mostly medium to large single-family homes built between 1970 and 1999, with some older homes from 1940 to 1969.
| Owner Occupied Rate | Majority owner occupied |
|---|---|
| Housing Type | Medium to large single-family homes and small apartments |
| Housing Age | Mostly built 1970-1999, some 1940-1969 |
What buyers will notice right away
High executive occupation share and spacious homes attract professionals.
Low vacancy rate indicates strong demand.
Families & Lifestyle
The neighborhood is a solid choice for executives, urban sophisticates, and families with school-aged children.
High concentration of educated professionals supports an executive lifestyle.
Low child poverty rate indicates economic stability for families.
Executive Lifestyle — Attracts wealthy, educated professionals and managers.
Family Friendly — Suitable for families with school-aged children.
| Executive & Professional Share | 49.1% |
|---|---|
| Child Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
Demographics
| Executive, Management & Professional Occupations | 49.1% |
|---|---|
| Income Rank | Higher than 85.6% of U.S. neighborhoods |
| Top Languages | ["English (90.0%)","Polish (8.6%)","Spanish"] |
| Top Ancestries | ["Italian (28.4%)","Irish (19.7%)","German (16.4%)","Polish (9.1%)","Asian (5.5%)"] |
| Unique Ancestries | ["Haitian (4.5%)"] |
Commute
Most residents commute 15 to 30 minutes, with a majority driving alone and a significant share carpooling.
E Old State Rd / E Lydius St offers manageable commute times with a mix of solo driving and carpooling.
Short Commutes — Nearly half of residents commute under 30 minutes.
Carpooling — Higher carpool rate than many neighborhoods.
| Main Commute Time | 15-30 minutes (45.2%) |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 65.2% |
| Carpool Rate | 15.4% |
Homes for sale near 12084
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price?
$367,294
What is the executive occupation share?
49.1% of working residents are in executive, management, or professional roles.
What languages are commonly spoken?
English, Polish, and Spanish are the most common.