Clarkson NY (14430) Overview, Housing, Essentials, Schools, Recreation & Entertainment, Transportation & Traffic, Real Estate Agents

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Welcome to Clarkson, NY

Overview The Town of Clarkson covers over thirty square miles. This rural area offers a great deal of small town charm and wide-open spaces. There’s a strong sense of community here, strengthened by a variety of recreational and leisure activities which draw residents together frequently. Clarkson is steeped in history. It served as a major stagecoach stop for those heading to the Niagara Frontier before the completion of the Erie Canal. Travelers would spend time in what is now known as the hamlet of Clarkson Corners, along Ridge Road (Rt. 104). The region is convenient to all that the City of Rochester has to offer, and yet gives one the feeling of being completely removed from the cares of urban living. Most of the region has contracted with the Brockport Fire District for Fire Protection and Ambulance Services. Volunteers from Clarkson, Sweden and Brockport work in the department. A new joint fire district is in the works, earning approval from voters last November. The Walker Fire Department serves Clarkson in the northeast corner of the town where Hamlin Ambulance is used. The Monroe County Sheriff’s Department patrols Clarkson. Seymour Public Library, at 161 East Avenue, Brockport, serves Clarkson. (585) 637-1050 www.seymourlibrary.web Local Museums & Landmarks The old Clarkson Schoolhouse is on Ridge Road; and multiple examples of wonderful old architecture remain in the area, many listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

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Who Lives Here You’ll find that residents here appreciate natural beauty, plenty of land to sprawl out on, and the sense of being away from it all. Many homes have multiple acres attached, allowing for expansive yards and relaxing views. Much of Clarkson lies in the Brockport Central School District; with some students attending Hilton and Holley Schools. All of these districts enjoy good reputations in academics, the arts and athletics.

Who Lives Here

You’ll find that residents here appreciate natural beauty, plenty of land to sprawl out on, and the sense of being away from it all. Many homes have multiple acres attached, allowing for expansive yards and relaxing views.

Essentials With a major college located just a few moments away (SUNY Brockport), a wealth of concerts, dance, art, theatre and educational activities are always at hand locally; along with eateries, bookstores, museums, and more. The people of Clarkson have only to hop onto Ridge Road and they can enjoy the entertainment/shopping/cultural activities of Rochester and its immediate suburbs; and then easily return to the quiet of their small town.

Essentials

With a major college located just a few moments away (SUNY Brockport), a wealth of concerts, dance, art, theatre and educational activities are always at hand locally; along with eateries, bookstores, museums, and more.

Recreation & Entertainment The town of Clarkson is intricately entangled with Sweden and Brockport in terms of social activities and services. Its close proximity to these two areas and the intermixing of recreational programs forms a wide network of resources to draw upon, including the vast community of SUNY Brockport. Parks San Soucie Park provides for boat launching onto the Erie Canal as well as hiking and picnicking; Hafner Park is on Lake Road and offers fishing in summer and ice-skating in winter, soccer and softball fields, basketball and tennis courts, and pavilions; and there are adult softball fields in Ridgewood Park. Annual Events Good Neighbor Days (August); Clarkson Classic 5K (August); BFD Golf Tournament (June).

Recreation & Entertainment

The town of Clarkson is intricately entangled with Sweden and Brockport in terms of social activities and services. Its close proximity to these two areas and the intermixing of recreational programs forms a wide network of resources to draw upon, including the vast community of SUNY Brockport.

Transportation & Traffic Route 104 is the main highway to and from Clarkson, taking residents smoothly into Rochester, just 20 miles away; or in the opposite direction, to Niagara Falls. At the west end of town is Rt. 272; and Rt. 19 (Lake Rd.) runs through town, a designated NYS Bicycle Route. For many residents, travel is part of the daily routine as they make their way into the City of Rochester for work and other purposes. Within the township, there is a leisurely feel on the local streets where traffic is rarely a serious issue.

Transportation & Traffic

Route 104 is the main highway to and from Clarkson, taking residents smoothly into Rochester, just 20 miles away; or in the opposite direction, to Niagara Falls. At the west end of town is Rt. 272; and Rt. 19 (Lake Rd.) runs through town, a designated NYS Bicycle Route.

Pros & Cons For those who love being out in the country, Clarkson offers the perfect spot to settle down. It is far enough out to provide a laid back atmosphere where one knows their neighbors and life is easy. Residents do need to use a car for most activities, including having dinner out or catching a movie. Fortunately, the nearest Wegmans or largest shopping center is in Brockport, just a few minutes away.

Pros & Cons

For those who love being out in the country, Clarkson offers the perfect spot to settle down. It is far enough out to provide a laid back atmosphere where one knows their neighbors and life is easy. Residents do need to use a car for most activities, including having dinner out or catching a movie. Fortunately, the nearest Wegmans or largest shopping center is in Brockport, just a few minutes away.

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