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| What Saratoga Springs is like for active adults |
| Saratoga Springs, also known as Saratoga, is one of the more interesting towns in New York, if not the country. For one thing, it is best known for the Saratoga Race Course which opened on August 3, 1863. This thoroughbred track is the oldest continuously-operating sporting event of any kind in the United States. Many race regulars come here to this town on the west bank of the Hudson for the summer racing season. Saratoga is also home to 2 colleges, Empire State and Skidmore. The city has a number of cultural and recreational institutions, with more than 20 golf courses in the area. The area is also justly famous for its mineral springs, where people have historically come to take the waters. Superhorse photo courtesy of Wikipedia and Adam E. Moreira. Photo of downtown condo development courtesy of Barry Potoker. |
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| Where to Live & Real Estate Values |
| The city has many historic neighborhoods. The median price of a home was about $275,000 in late 2011. |
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| What is special about this retirement community |
| The Saratoga Race Course is one of the top racing scenes in the world, culminating in the Travers Stakes. Its history of its mineral springs going way back into the 1800's makes this a special place - springs are still prevalent throughout the town. During the season the town is extremely busy. Crime is low. |
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| What is not special about this retirement community |
| Real estate prices are fairly high, as is traffic during the summer season. Winters are cold. |
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| What kinds of people like retiring here |
| People who want to live in a vibrant, historic town and enjoy horse racing will love it here. |
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| Local economy is driven by |
| Saratoga has a low unemployment rate thanks to the 2 colleges, the racetrack, and a busy tourist season. It is also home to some major companies including Quad Graphics and Stewarts. |
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| Climate and Physical Environment |
| Saratoga Springs is in eastern New York, just north of Albany and 20 miles from Schenectady. The average Jan temp is about 20 degrees and the average July temp is 70 degrees. |
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| Restaurants & Cultural Scene |
| The Saratoga Performing Arts Center (SPAC) is a covered outdoor amphitheater located on the grounds of the Saratoga Spa State Park. a. SPAC is the summer home of the Philadelphia Orchestra and the New York City Ballet. There is the Spa Little Theater as well as several museums. Those include the National Museum of Dance and Hall of Fame, and the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame. The city is also notable for its vibrant night life, of which Caffè Lena has seen many big performers, including Bob Dylan. |
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| Crime |
| The crime rate is about a third the national average. |
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| Medical facilities |
| Saratoga Hospital serves the area, and there are other hospitals nearby in such places as Glen Falls. |
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| Transportation |
| AMTRAK provides service to Saratoga. Albany is the nearest commercial airport. |
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Facts about SARATOGA SPRINGS
- State: NY
- Environment: College Town,
- City Population: 25,001-50,000
- Median age of Population: 25-44
- Avg Jan Temperature: 21-40
- Avg July Temperature:
- Median HH Income: 60,001-80,000
- Average Home Price (MLS): $200,001-$300,000
- Annual Property Tax on a $200,000 house: 2000-4000
- Total Crime Index: 81-90 (low)
- Cost of Living Index: 111-120 (high)
- Culture Index: 111-120 (high)
- State Sales Tax: Yes
- State Income Tax: Yes
- Name of the Guide: boomer1
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1. Rating: 5.0/5 ( 1 vote cast)
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4. Culture:
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5.Recreation:
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Boondocks to World Hub
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Dangerous to Ft. Knox
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9. Political Situation:
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10. Environmental:
Oblivious to Ultra-Green
10. Rating: 3.0/5 ( 1 vote cast)
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