The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 12871 sells for about $781,500, or $395 per square foot.
Prices are up +16.68% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 55 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,098 a month.
ZIP 12871 — Schuylerville
The housing market in 12871 remains competitive, driven by limited inventory and sustained demand from buyers seeking proximity to Saratoga Springs. While price appreciation has been significant year-over-year, the market is showing signs of stabilizing as days on market increase slightly. Buyers are increasingly focused on value, though the area's appeal as a residential hub continues to support firm pricing.
This ZIP is well-suited for families and individuals seeking a quieter, semi-rural lifestyle while maintaining access to the amenities and employment hubs of Saratoga Springs.
Median prices moved up 16.7% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 55 days on market with 0.0 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
0% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 100% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 3.5% · poverty 5.7% — a stable, low-distress profile.
versus the prior ACS vintage
in-migration and out-migration balanced
ZCTA 12871, Saratoga County NY
ACS 2024 5-year estimates. Aggregate published statistics for this ZIP — never individual records, and never an attribute of any individual property or resident.
The area is served by the Schuylerville Central School District, which generally maintains a stable reputation within the Saratoga County educational landscape.
The region is subject to standard New York seasonal weather risks, including heavy winter snowfall and potential localized flooding near the Hudson River.
Economic momentum is driven by proximity to the Saratoga Springs tourism hub and regional employment centers in the Capital District, with steady residential interest.
Property taxes are levied by local municipalities and the school district based on assessed value; New York state provides a STAR exemption for eligible primary residences.
Residents typically rely on personal vehicles for commutes to Saratoga Springs or the broader Albany-Schenectady-Troy metropolitan area via regional highways.
The area offers access to the Hudson River for water activities, proximity to Saratoga National Historical Park, and local trails for outdoor recreation.
The rental market is characterized by moderate demand and limited inventory, with rents reflecting the broader Saratoga County cost-of-living trends.
The local economy is anchored by tourism, agriculture, and proximity to the diverse industrial and government employment base of the Capital District.
Transportation is primarily highway-dependent, with access to I-87 providing connectivity to the wider Capital Region.
Development is largely focused on low-density residential growth and preservation of historical and agricultural lands.
The Saratoga County assessment regime utilizes annual equalization rates to maintain consistency across local taxing jurisdictions.
Parcels are subject to school district taxes, county taxes, and town-specific levies, with potential special district charges for fire protection.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional weather patterns, including winter storm exposure and flood risk in low-lying areas.
New York is a judicial foreclosure state, requiring court intervention for the foreclosure process, which typically extends the timeline for lenders.
New York requires sellers to provide a property condition disclosure statement or pay a credit to the buyer at closing.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA 12871 profile.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
- Great Escape Theme Park418.1 mi
- Great Escape Lodge & Indoor Waterpark3.918.2 mi
- Liberty Ridge Farm4.311.8 mi
- Spare Time Clifton Park4.317.9 mi
- The Fun Spot4.317.5 mi
- Saratoga Performing Arts Center (SPAC)4.59.9 mi
- Great Escape Theme Park418.1 mi
- Saratoga Race Course4.77.7 mi
- Golden Corral Buffet & Grill4.216.6 mi
- Liberty Ridge Farm4.311.8 mi
- Saratoga Spa State Park4.89.5 mi
- Saratoga National Historical Park4.85.9 mi
- Moreau Lake State Park4.611.5 mi
- Liberty Ridge Farm4.311.8 mi
- Wilton Town Gavin Park4.56.7 mi
- Saratoga National Historical Park4.85.9 mi
- Saratoga Automobile Museum4.69.8 mi
- Children's Museum at Saratoga4.59 mi
- Ulysses S. Grant Cottage National Historic Landmark4.99.8 mi
- The Shirt Factory4.615.1 mi
- Saratoga Spa State Park4.89.5 mi
- Saratoga National Historical Park4.85.9 mi
- Moreau Lake State Park4.611.5 mi
- Wilton Town Gavin Park4.56.7 mi
- Congress Park4.78.5 mi
- Lee's Park4.35.8 mi
- Town of Stillwater Brown's Beach4.39.8 mi
- Point Breeze Marine3.76 mi
- Saratoga National Golf Club4.56.8 mi
- Saratoga Spa Golf Course4.49.5 mi
- Saratoga Lake Golf Club4.19.8 mi
- McGregor Links Country Club4.27.3 mi
- The Bunker Saratoga Springs4.88.6 mi
- Wilton Mall3.96.1 mi
- Market 324.19 mi
- The Fresh Market4.37.8 mi
- T.J. Maxx4.36.2 mi
- Market 32412.3 mi
- Albany International Airport4.125.7 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
A major historical site commemorating the turning point of the American Revolution.
Provides opportunities for boating, fishing, and scenic recreation.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.