Queensbury, NY Real Estate And Homes For Sale 61 listings

Queensbury Home & Community Information

With just over 10,000 households and 7,200 families, Queensbury has a median resident age of 39—in line with the state as a whole. About 97 percent of locals describe themselves as white, with less than a percentage point from other backgrounds.

The Median household income is north of $47,000, and the median family income is more than $54,000. With a robust housing market, you can expect anywhere from 150-250 homes for sale at any given time, and even more if you include homes in neighboring Glens Falls.

The median listing price for a home here exceeds $200,000, but there are homes available for many different budgets. It’s a good idea to plan for around $120,000 to broaden your access to 3-bed, 2- or 3-bath homes throughout the area. Browse the newest real estate listings in Queensbury, NY.

Schools & Education

Queensbury falls within four different school districts—Glens Falls City School District, Hudson Falls Central School District, Lake George Central School District, and Queensbury Union Central School District. The latter is known for its centralized campus that conveniently houses four schools. Total enrollment is just over 3,000, with a student-teacher ratio of 12:1.

SUNY Adirondack is only seven minutes from central Queensbury, making it the higher education option of choice for a large number of students. Many begin their careers within the SUNY system and then transfer to other universities after completing foundational coursework. SUNY Adirondack has 30 courses of study and has nine intercollegiate competitive sports teams. Find homes in Queensbury by school distirct.

Local Economy & Job Opportunities

Along with Warren County as a whole, Queensbury benefits from a diverse economy. The medical field stands out as the largest economic engine, with Glens Falls Hospital offering nearly 3,000 jobs. Two major medical devices firms—C.R. Bard and AngioDynamics—perform important research related to cardiovascular treatment. They provide a combined 1,700 jobs.

Finch Paper is a major local paper manufacturer with a workforce of about 700 roles. Other big names in the private sector include Sagamore Resort (with about 500 employees), and Glens Falls National Bank. In retail, Wal-Mart has the largest presence.

It should come as no surprise that the economies of Queensbury and Glens Falls are closely intertwined. With a commute lasting only minutes, it’s not difficult for Queensbury residents to find the perfect opportunity to advance their career right in their back yard.

Things to Do in Queensbury

Six Flags beckons families with plenty to do in Queensbury. The Six Flags Great Escape Lodge and Indoor Waterpark, Hurricane Harbor, Comet roller coaster and The Fun Spot laser tag are all within a convenient journey, adding to the area’s thriving tourism scene.

Outdoor lovers are in luck, too. Prospect Mountain offers some of the region’s most scenic hiking views. West Mountain Ski Resort is the place to go for downhill skiing, while Champlain Canal is the gateway to a canal, lake, and river with plenty of fishing opportunities.

Queensbury, NY Real Estate Services

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