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Ballston Spa Home & Community Information

With about 5,600 residents, Ballston Spa has been on a growth trend since the 1990s. It is known for its warm and welcoming small town feel. There are about 2,400 total housing units, with a wide range of them on the market in recent years. The median listing price for area homes is about $285,000, but prices vary greatly. Smaller 2-bed and 1 or 2-bath homes can be found for $160,000 to $200,000, while a handful of more recent manor homes exceed $1 million.

No matter your goal, there is a home for you. The median annual income for a Ballston Spa household stands north of $37,000. The median income for a family is just under $50,000. More than 96% of locals described themselves as white, 1.17% as African-American, 0.52% as Asian, and 0.16% as Native American. Browse the newest real estate listings in Ballston Spa, NY.

Schools & Education

The Ballston Spa Central School District enrolls about 4,100 students in pre-K through 12^th grade. It is considered above average in academics, college preparation, and teacher quality, with a graduation rate nearing 90%. It also offers an International Baccalaureate program. Several small parochial schools are available for younger students.

Skidmore College in nearby Saratoga Springs is a popular higher education choice. This private liberal arts college has 2,600 students and offers degrees in more than 60 disciplines. Schenectady Community College and Hudson Valley Community College are respected two-year schools in the area. Many Ballston Spa students choose SUNY schools elsewhere in the state. Find homes for sale in Ballston Spa by school district.

Employment Opportunities

Economic development and job growth in Ballston Spa is supported by the Saratoga Economic Development Corporation. The government of Saratoga County is the biggest employer within Ballston Spa itself, providing 1,400 jobs, with Ballston Spa’s Central School District adding 700. Saratoga Bridges, an advocacy group for people with disabilities, also provides hundreds of jobs.

Ballston Spa residents have only a short commute to explore job opportunities in the surrounding area. Some key employers in greater Saratoga County include State Farm, Target, Sysco Foodservice, and Wesley Health Care. Stewart’s Ice Cream Co. in Sarasota Springs is one of the largest ice cream production plans in New York. The area’s economic outlook is generally favorable.

Things to Do in Ballston Spa

Ballston Spa is home to the National Bottle Museum, dedicated to the history of practical glassware. After viewing the collection, visitors have the opportunity to visit the glassworks studio across the street and attempt their own unique hot-glass project.

This community also features several more traditional historical sites and museums. Among these are the birthplace of Union General Abner Doubleday and the historic Verbeck House. The Brookside Museum is situated in a 1792 hotel building right in Ballston Spa.

Ballston Spa, NY Real Estate Services

A village where quaint charm meets a bustling economy and vibrant cultural scene, it stands at the crossroads of major Saratoga County cities—an oasis of calm not too far from excitement. With years of experience in Ballston Spa, the real estate agents at Coldwell Banker Prime Properties are true local experts. We support home buyers with the industry’s best customer service. Contact us to find out more today.