$1,200,000
5 bd | 4 ba | 4,510 sqft
13224 W PALO VERDE Drive
Litchfield Park, AZ, 85340
Salt Springs, Syracuse NY
Is Salt Springs a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe2254
Medium2406
Low2579
Other9119
393 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape132
Child involved102
Assault5
Other180
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, police are dispatched to a possible verbal domestic dispute at an apartment on Pennington Street, near Boyden Street and Vine Street, with a reporting party requesting contact. | Boyden St, Syracuse, NY 13203 | Domestic Dispute |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a reported harassment incident at an upper apartment near Wolf Street and the intersections with First North Street and Second North Street. They were dispatched to meet with a person at the location. | Wolf St, Syracuse, NY 13208 | Disturbance |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conduct a traffic stop on the parkway south of a bridge involving a vehicle whose license plate was reported by another unit. | South St, Jamesville, NY 13078 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a reported assault with injuries at a residence near West Colvin Street by Midland Avenue and Hope Avenue in Syracuse. A woman on the second floor reported she had been bitten and struck with a bat, and she later requested an ambulance after initially refusing medical help. Multiple callers were reportedly involved in contacting dispatch about the incident. | W Colvin St, Syracuse, NY 13205 | Assault Report |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, an EMS call was received for a patient with lips swelling and a possible allergic reaction near Coventry Road South in East Syracuse. | Coventry Rd S, East Syracuse, NY 13057 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, units are dispatched on a cold response to West Colvin Street near Midland Avenue and Hope Avenue in Syracuse for a reported assault involving an underage female with injuries, with instructions to stage before approaching. | W Colvin St & Midland Ave, Syracuse, NY 13205 | Assault Report |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services are responding to injuries after a fall near Coventry Road South in the Town of Manlius. | Coventry Rd S, East Syracuse, NY 13057 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, police were dispatched for a possible physical domestic dispute near Butternut St (around Third Ave and Williston Ave) involving (name withheld) and her intoxicated parent (name withheld). The parent was reportedly throwing items while trying to find her; a younger sibling was reported in the home, and no weapons were reported. | Butternut St & 3rd Ave, Syracuse, NY 13208 | Domestic Dispute |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, eMS responded to a possible fall injury involving an elderly female near Coventry Road South in the Town of Manlius. Details about injuries are unknown. Monroe Fire District also responded. | Coventry Rd S, East Syracuse, NY 13057 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to investigate a reported hit-and-run that allegedly occurred on the eastbound lanes of a nearby highway. They arranged to meet the reporting caller near Burnet Avenue in Syracuse to gather more information. | Burnet Ave, Syracuse, NY 13206 | Traffic |
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Median Home Price
$218,133
Average Rent
$1,610
Vacancy Rate
11.5%
Nearby neighborhoods
Overview
Salt Springs is an urban neighborhood in Syracuse, New York, with a mix of medium to small single-family homes and apartment complexes, many built before 1940.
The median home price is $218,133, making it more affordable than most New York neighborhoods, though vacancy rates are higher than average at 11.5%.
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Quick Facts
| Commute Time | Under 15 minutes |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Salt Springs has a mix of owner and renter occupied homes, with many residences built before 1940 and some newer from 1970-1999.
| Housing Type | Medium to small single-family homes and apartments |
|---|---|
| Housing Age | Many built before 1940 |
What buyers will notice right away
Median home prices are below state median, suitable for first-time buyers.
Vacancy rate suggests some homes may be unoccupied or new construction.
Families & Lifestyle
Salt Springs is considered a decent first-time home buyer neighborhood with diverse cultural roots and a mix of occupations.
Diverse ancestries including Jamaican and Puerto Rican enrich culture.
Short commute times support work-life balance.
Mixed occupations provide economic variety.
Diverse and Accessible — The neighborhood's cultural and linguistic diversity supports a vibrant community.
| Child Poverty Rate | 22.0% |
|---|---|
| Income Level | Lower-middle income |
Demographics
| Executive, Management & Professional Occupations | 34.9% |
|---|---|
| Income Level | Lower-middle income |
| Child Poverty Rate | 22.0% |
| Top Languages | ["English (82.0%)","Spanish","African languages","Polish"] |
| Top Ancestries | ["Jamaican (16.1%)","Puerto Rican (11.6%)","Irish (7.8%)","German (5.6%)","English (5.6%)"] |
| Foreign Born | 17.1% |
Commute
Most residents have very short commutes, with the largest group traveling under 15 minutes to work.
Salt Springs offers short commutes with a mix of driving alone, carpooling, and bus use reflecting urban transit options.
Short Commutes — 42.1% commute under 15 minutes.
Transit Options — Bus usage and carpooling are notable.
| Main Commute Time | Under 15 minutes |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 61.6% |
| Carpool Rate | 21.9% |
| Bus Commute Rate | 5.8% |
Homes for sale near 13224
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$1,150,000
3 bd | 3 ba | 1,776 sqft
13224 Polo Club Rd Road #A203
Wellington, FL, 33414
$1,475,000
3 bd | 3 ba | 2,002 sqft
13224 Admiral Ave Unit D
Marina Del Rey, CA, 90292
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Salt Springs affordable for first-time buyers?
Yes, median home prices are below the state median and it is considered a good first-time buyer neighborhood.
What languages are commonly spoken in Salt Springs?
English is most common, but Spanish, African languages, and Polish are also spoken.