The Hudson Valley covers three regions: Upper, Middle, and Lower. Columbia County, NY, is part of the upper Hudson Valley. Upper Hudson Valley real estate in Columbia County includes a wide range of properties, including estate homes with acreage, land, and every type of home style from Arts and Crafts to Victorian and everything in between.
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Upper Hudson Valley real estate offers homebuyers a country-like setting removed from the hustle and bustle of urban life yet still reachable from Albany or New York City.
Centered in Columbia County, the Upper Hudson Valley countryside setting takes your breath away and features a mix of local farms, small towns, and unique cultural venues that emphasizes pastoral splendor rather than urban sprawl.
The Hudson River forms the western border of Columbia County. The Massachusetts-New York state line makes up the county’s eastern edge. In between, rolling terrain rises to meet the Taconic Mountains that covers the county’s eastern half.
Known for its charming towns and rural beauty, Columbia County has long been the choice for Hudson Valley real estate buyers looking for second homes or primary residences.
When you’re looking for homes for sale in Columbia County, keep in mind that most communities are rural and small. Most are towns or villages with populations under 5,000.
Two exceptions are Claverack and Hudson. According to the 2020 U.S. Census, Claverack is the largest town in Columbia County with a population of 6,058. Hudson’s has a 2020 U.S. Census population of 5,894.
Hudson, NY, is the county seat of Columbia County.
Lively and eclectic, Hudson is known for its historic architectural featuring styles that span three centuries.
Warren Street boasts more than 50 antique shops and is one of New York State’s leading antiquing centers. Antique stores, galleries, unique retail shops, farm-to-table restaurants, and a flourishing arts and music scene make Hudson one of the most vibrant small towns in the United States.
Columbia County is characterized by towns, villages, and hamlets surrounded by farm country and rolling fields.
Quiet country roads and state highways link Columbia County communities. The Taconic State Parkway bisects the length of the county, running north to Albany and south to Poughkeepsie and New York City. Interstate 90 cuts across the county’s northern corner between Canaan and Chatham.
Public school districts in Columbia County are generally small. Some districts serve students across multiple communities.
One example is Taconic Hills Central School District, one of the largest school districts in Columbia County. Taconic Hills Central School District includes the towns of Copake and Hillsdale, the Village of Philmont, and parts of the towns of Ancram, Austerlitz, Claverack, Gallatin, Ghent, Livingston, and Taghkanic
Homes for sale in Columbia County and Upper Hudson Valley real estate include luxury estates with upwards of 100+ acres. Other homes have land suitable for farming, livestock grazing, and gardening. Many offer pastoral settings with panoramic views and amenities like work-from-home spaces, guest suites, and outbuildings.
Upper Hudson Valley land for sale in Columbia County includes large-acre, buildable lots with magnificent views of the surrounding mountains and valleys.
Although Hudson is home to big-box stores like Wal-Mart and Lowe’s, the rest of Columbia County is powered by independently owned local businesses and services. They provide residents with every need from heating and plumbing to home renovations and health care.
Columbia County farms and orchards supply the area's thriving farm-to-table restaurant scene. Columbia County is also known for its local vineyards and wineries and artisanal breweries and distilleries.
Buying upper Hudson Valley real estate in Columbia County offers homebuyers an opportunity to invest in a local community as well as a property.
Columbia County towns depend on community spirit and civic engagement. Both second homeowners, as well as year-round residents, take part in local organizations like the Columbia Land Conservancy and cultural groups like the Ancram Opera House and Chatham’s Mac-Haydn Theatre.
Stone House Properties offers a team of brokers that can help you search for and buy Upper Hudson Valley real estate in Columbia County.
Their extensive real estate experience combines with their knowledge of upper Hudson valley real estate trends to give you an edge in achieving your home buying goals. Our Chatham, NY office helps us keep a pulse on the market.
Serving the Berkshires and Columbia County for nearly 40 years, Stone House Properties is committed to our clients and the local community. Offering a full-range of properties and services, Stone House has a tailored approach to every Buyer and Seller and exemplifies a Tradition of Excellence.
