Greater Rochester
A fun, affordable place to live
Located on the shores of Lake Ontario, historic Rochester, New York, is known for its vast selection of family-oriented activities and attractions. The third largest city in New York State, Rochester has a metro population of approximately 1.2 million, a cost of living that’s about 20 percent below the U.S. national average, and its own airport for easy travel. You can enjoy excellent shopping, restaurants, brewpubs, nightlife and 140 festivals a year. And there’s a tremendous selection of homes in rural, suburban and downtown locales, as well as excellent public schools, private schools and institutes of higher learning.
St. Lawrence County
A great place to work, learn, play, and live!
St. Lawrence County is nestled between the Adirondack Mountains and the St. Lawrence River Valley. Due to its prime location near both the St. Lawrence River and the Adirondack Mountains, St. Lawrence County is a perfect area for those who love outdoor activities such as hiking, boating, fishing, skiing, and golfing.
Nearby state and private universities (SUNY Potsdam which includes Crane School of Music; Clarkson University; St. Lawrence University; and SUNY Canton) offer high-quality theatre performances and cultural and sporting events. And a quick drive brings you to two world-class Canadian cities—Ottawa, Ontario, and Montreal, Quebec—as well as Lake Placid, NY, which was home to two Winter Olympics.
The St. Lawrence region offers beautiful, affordable homes in safe neighborhoods with good schools. Explore more of what the region has to offer.
Canton
An attractive college community with a wide range of small shops and eateries, an historic business center, two golf courses, appealing parks and museums.
Potsdam
Potsdam features an array of restaurants; unique shops; modern cultural and scientific centers; and a local airport.
Gouverneur
Founded in 1805, this historic community offers the comfort and safety of living in small-town America, knowing you are a short trip away from a wealth of options for work and play.
Massena
Home to the St. Lawrence Seaway, St. Lawrence-FDR Power Project, the Robert Moses State Park, and other recreational facilities, Massena is home to the St. Lawrence, Grasse, and Raquette Rivers, and offers an ideal location for water sports.