Syracuse metro, NY relocation guide
Moving to Nelson, NY
$314,450Median listing price
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About Nelson
The Town of Nelson (about 1,900 residents) is a hill town between Cazenovia and Morrisville, organized around the hamlets of Nelson, Erieville, and Randallsville. Housing is farmhouses and rural homes on acreage.
Home prices in Nelson
The median listing price in Nelson is $314,450.
Top places in Nelson
- Erieville hamlet — town's largest crossroads.
- Tuscarora Lake — small lake recreation nearby.
- Nelson hamlet — historic town center.
- Randallsville — rural hamlet.
- Hill-country reservoirs and ponds — fishing.
- Nearby Cazenovia Lake (northwest) — boating and parks.
Commuting from Nelson
- Approximate drive to downtown Syracuse: ~40 minutes (about 24 miles via US-20).
- Car-dependent; no public transit (approximate).
Nelson FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Nelson, NY?
The median listing price in Nelson is $314,450. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 24, 2026 - How is the commute from Nelson, NY?
Approximate drive to downtown Syracuse: ~40 minutes (about 24 miles via US-20).
Town links
Schools
Transit
Official town resources. School report cards via the New York State Education Department.