Clifton Park Apartments and Rentals

With a population of more than 36,400 people, Clifton Park, N.Y., is located about 12 miles north of Albany and is falls within the borders of Saratoga County. Comprised of numerous communities, Clifton Park's neighborhood-centric vibe creates a small-town atmosphere that residents and visitors love. The communities of Ballston Lake, Elnora, Flagler Corners, Grooms Corners, Rexford, Round Lake, Ushers and Vischer Ferry are all located in the Clifton Park area.

Saratoga County is known for its beauty and history. After the American Revolution, Americans began settling the Saratoga region, making use of its dense forests by creating numerous mills. As industry gave way to tourism, mineral springs came into fashion, and Saratoga became a unique resort destination for the likes of Daniel Webster, Martin Van Buren, Washington Irving, Andrew Jackson, and the Vanderbilt, Rockefeller and Morgan families. After WWII, Saratoga County struggled to reinvent itself, but a combination of nostalgia, revitalization and new industries has made Saratoga County into a thriving area once again.

Clifton Park itself has enjoyed development and modernization, something those searching for Clifton Park apartments for rent are sure to enjoy.

Clifton Park is proud of its family friendliness, boasting peaceful residential areas, numerous community gathering places and plenty of modern amenities. Clifton Park serves as the southern gateway to Saratoga County, allowing it to boast the small-town charms of Saratoga as well as the amenities of suburban Albany.

The town has been recognized for its high quality of life, impressive park district and 15-mile trail network. Numerous historic sites have been preserved throughout the region as have more than 1,000 acres of natural land. Residents also enjoy baseball fields, basketball courts, playgrounds and the popular Clifton Park Arena, which offers ice skating and hockey facilities. Residents are proud of their residential and family oriented lifestyle; 66.6 percent of Saratoga County households are family households.

Although Clifton Park is not home to any major colleges or universities, Union College and Schenectady County Community College are located just 10 miles from Clifton Park. Siena College, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, SUNY at Albany, Hudson Valley Community College and the College of Saint Rose are located within 15 miles of Clifton Park.

According to the Southern Sarasota Chamber of Commerce, Saratoga County's largest employers are Stewart's Ice Cream, the Shenendehowa school district, State Farm Insurance, Saratoga County and Target. Many Clifton Park residents commute to other cities for employment, as well.

Clifton Park's cost of living index is 109.2, which is 9.2 percent higher than the U.S. national average. Those searching for Clifton Park rentals should also factor commuting costs into their monthly budgets. About 27 percent of Saratoga County homes are renter-occupied, and the median gross rent is $878 per month, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Saratoga Casino and Raceway boasts more than 1,700 slots, electronic tables, three full service bars, a nightclub and an active racetrack. Adults can let loose at this fun and entertaining venue in Saratoga Springs.

In nearby Queensbury, local residents and visitors alike can enjoy year-round fun at Six Flags Great Escape Lodge & Indoor Waterpark. Kids and adults will enjoy water slides, surfing, swimming and floating no matter the time of year.

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