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New Paltz, New York

What It Is Like to Retire in New paltz

New Paltz is a small town located in the Hudson River Valley in Ulster County, New York, and is home to the State University of New York at New Paltz. The area is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts with the nearby Mohonk Preserve, the Wallkill Valley Rail Trail, and the Minnewaska State Park for biking, hiking and outdoor activities. Photo of Downtown Main Street and photo of Paltz Point, a view that dominates the town, courtesy of Wikipedia and Daniel Case; photo of Lake Minnewaska from the cliffs of the eastern shore, courtesy of Wikipedia and Juliancolton, Licensed under CC BY-SA 3.0/

Where to Retire in New paltz and Home Prices

Zillow reports the median home value is $324,839 which is above the national average. there is a Continuing Care Retirement Community located here, see link at left.

What Is Special about New paltz

New Paltz is in a scenic location in the mid-Hudson Valley with parks, and lakes, and offers many outdoor activities and cultural events. It is a college town which offers sports and artistic venues. Huguenot Street is the town's historic district.

What Is Not Special about New paltz

Winters are cold, and real estate taxes high. There are as many college students as residents which brings the average age down to 21.

Who Will Like Retirement in New paltz

Retirees looking for a small college town in a pretty spot may enjoy New Paltz. There are many restaurants, cultural events and a library. For those who enjoy the outdoors, the area offers kayaking, hiking, biking, and beautiful scenery.

Local Economy Is Driven by

The economy is driven by education and tourism.

Climate and Physical Environment

January's average temperature is about 28 degrees, with July's average about 72 degrees. The snowfall average is 43 inches.

Restaurants & Cultural Scene

Because it's a college town, there are a lot of dining choices along with bistros, cafes, breweries and vineyards. Culturally, there are museums and walking tours of the historic district; the State University of New York at New Paltz provides productions and art exhibits.