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Moving to Palmyra, NY
$237,450Median listing price
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About Palmyra
The town of Palmyra wraps around its canal village in southwestern Wayne County — farmland, historic homes, and the religious-heritage sites that put Palmyra on the map. Housing outside the village is rural and historic: farmhouses, colonials, and acreage properties.
Home prices in Palmyra
The median listing price in Palmyra is $237,450.
Top places in Palmyra
- Village of Palmyra's canal district (within the town)
- Joseph Smith Farm (historic site)
- Nearby Hill Cumorah (just south in Manchester)
- Erie Canal and canal port history
- Palmyra's historic farm country
- East Palmyra hamlet
Commuting from Palmyra
- Approximate drive to downtown Rochester: ~30 minutes (about 24 miles via I-490/NY-31; approximate).
Schools in Palmyra
Public schools: Palmyra-Macedon 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.
Palmyra FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Palmyra, NY?
The median listing price in Palmyra is $237,450. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 24, 2026 - How is the commute from Palmyra, NY?
Approximate drive to downtown Rochester: ~30 minutes (about 24 miles via I-490/NY-31; approximate). - Which school district serves Palmyra, NY?
Palmyra is served by Palmyra-Macedon Central School District. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
Town links
Town government
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Official town resources. School report cards via the New York State Education Department.