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Cayuga County, NY is a small but thriving area in the west central part of New York, which includes the city of Auburn, along with Genoa, Sterling, Aurora, Summerhill, and others. Known as New York's Finger Lakes region, it's a peaceful area with some of the most beautiful scenery in the state—and a great area in which to own a home!

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Cayuga, NY Real Estate Statistics

Total Homes100
Avg. Size In Sq. Ft.1,969
Avg. Age In Years84
Avg. Days On Site114
Minimum Price$25,000
Maximum Price$3,999,000
Average Price$441,990
Avg. Price Per Sq. Ft.$225

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Cayuga County is a diverse and scenic community located in the Finger Lakes region, known for its lakeside beauty, agricultural heritage, and small-city amenities. Auburn—the county seat—serves as the cultural and economic hub, offering historic architecture, museums, and a revitalized downtown with shops, dining, and waterfront access to Owasco Lake. Beyond Auburn, the county features charming towns and rural landscapes with farmland, vineyards, and quiet residential areas. Outdoor recreation is a major draw, with boating, fishing, hiking, and wine tourism contributing to a strong quality of life. The community balances rural tranquility with access to services, schools, and healthcare, making it appealing to families, retirees, and professionals alike.

Real estate options in Cayuga County are varied and often more affordable than in larger metropolitan regions of New York. Buyers can find single-family homes in established neighborhoods, historic properties with character, and newer suburban developments near Auburn and other population centers. Lakefront and lake-view properties around Owasco Lake are particularly desirable and tend to command higher prices, appealing to second home buyers and those seeking a recreational lifestyle. Rural properties with acreage, farmhouses, and land parcels are also available for those interested in privacy or agricultural uses. Overall, this regions housing market offers a mix of affordability, lifestyle-driven options, and investment potential for both full-time residents and seasonal homeowners. Find homes for sale by city in Cayuga County, NY.

Schools & Education

Cayuga County is home to several great school districts, including Auburn City, Port Byron, and Union Springs. Where you send your children depends on which part of the county you move to, but all of them are filled with top quality schools. Cayuga Elementary School has top quality educators to serve kids Kindergarten through 5^th grade. Jordan-Elbridge Middle School teaches 6^th through 8^th grade, and provides students an opportunity to earn high school credit as well. And Union Springs High School is a small but robust school educating grades 9 through 12 with a variety of great academic programs. There are even some top quality (yet affordable) colleges in the county, such as Cayuga Community College, in Auburn, and Wells College, in Aurora. Find homes in Cayuga County near the school district of your choice.

Employment Opportunities

Employment opportunities in Cayuga County are on the rise, and wages are steadily increasing as well. They employ over 36,000 people throughout the county. The biggest industries are healthcare and social assistance, manufacturing, and education. The industries with the highest salaries include utilities, finance, and insurance.

Things to Do in Cayuga County

Cayuga County is full of history and culture. In the summertime, it's home to the Finger Lakes Musical Theatre Festival, at the Rev Theatre Co., along with the New York Dance Festival the final weekend in July. And if you enjoy music and culture, the beautifully restored Victorian, Morgan Opera House features a variety of cultural performances throughout the year.

There are plenty of outdoor activities in Cayuga County as well, from golf courses to a baseball diamond, to the Frozen Ocean Motorsports Facility, a race track for off-road vehicles. Or you can simply go hiking or biking on the Erie Canal Recreational Trail, or the Montezuma Canal Heritage Park. And the Casey Park Recreation Center features swimming pools, wading pools, soccer and baseball fields, and much more.

Cayuga County is also famous for its antique shops, and hosts their 50 Mile Long Garage Sale every July along Route 90, where you can find all sorts of amazing deals and vintage collectibles. Or if you're more into food, try the Finger Lakes Cheese Trail—a series of 12 different artisan cheese makers throughout the area.

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