Syracuse metro, NY relocation guide
Moving to Hamilton, NY
$488,500Median listing price
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About Hamilton
The Town of Hamilton (about 6,400 residents including the village) is home to Colgate University and sits in the Chenango Valley of southeastern Madison County. Housing ranges from village colonials and student-area homes to farmhouses and rural estates.
Home prices in Hamilton
The median listing price in Hamilton is $488,500.
Top places in Hamilton
- Colgate University campus — hilltop Georgian architecture and public events.
- Village of Hamilton — Broad Street shops and dining (see village profile).
- Chenango River — fishing and riverside walks.
- Rogers Environmental Education Center (Sherburne, nearby) — trails and programs.
- Hubbardsville hamlet — small crossroads community.
- Earlville (part) — village on the town's southern edge.
- Colgate's Seven Oaks Golf Course — public play.
Commuting from Hamilton
- Approximate drive to downtown Syracuse: ~45–50 minutes (about 32 miles via NY-12B/NY-5).
- Car-dependent; limited regional bus options (approximate).
Hamilton FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Hamilton, NY?
The median listing price in Hamilton is $488,500. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 24, 2026 - How is the commute from Hamilton, NY?
Approximate drive to downtown Syracuse: ~45–50 minutes (about 32 miles via NY-12B/NY-5).
Town links
Town government
Schools
Transit
Official town resources. School report cards via the New York State Education Department.