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Moving to Somerset, NY
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About Somerset
Somerset is a small rural town in northern Niagara County, New York, on Lake Ontario, with about 2,700 residents. Named for Somerset, New Jersey, home of early settlers, it is orchard and lake country — and home to Golden Hill State Park and the Thirty Mile Point Lighthouse, one of the Great Lakes' most photographed beacons.
Home prices in Somerset
Home prices in Somerset vary by neighborhood and property type.
Top places in Somerset
- Thirty Mile Point Lighthouse at Golden Hill State Park (shown in the Commons photos below).
- Golden Hill State Park — Lake Ontario shoreline, camping, and trails.
- Village of Barker (within the town).
- Lake Ontario sunsets.
- Orchard country along the Seaway Trail.
Commuting from Somerset
- Somerset sits roughly 40 miles northeast of downtown Buffalo. The drive is approximately 55–65 minutes via the Lake Ontario State Parkway / NY 18 (approximate; longer with traffic).
- There is no Metro Rail or regular NFTA bus service; commuters drive.
Schools in Somerset
Public schools: Barker Central School District. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.
Somerset FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Somerset, NY?
Home prices in Somerset vary by neighborhood and property type. - How is the commute from Somerset, NY?
Somerset sits roughly 40 miles northeast of downtown Buffalo. The drive is approximately 55–65 minutes via the Lake Ontario State Parkway / NY 18 (approximate; longer with traffic). - Which school district serves Somerset, NY?
Somerset is served by Barker Central School District. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
Town links
Schools
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Official town resources. School report cards via the New York State Education Department.