With nearly 3,600 residents, the town of Sennett has a history dating back to 1795. Originally part of a land grant exclusively for military veterans, the current town grew from the work of first settler Daniel Sennett. With a relaxed pace of life and a rural feel, this community is praised by its residents for its great public schools, family-friendly atmosphere, and a convenient location on New York’s State Route 34.
Sennett’s community encompasses about 1,100 households and 900 families. The majority of locals identify as white (96%), with approximately 2% African-American, and residents of Native American, Pacific Islander, or Asian background making up less than 1% each. The median household income is about $50,000, with the median family income reaching above $57,000.
The housing market consists of over 1,100 total units. You can expect a dozen to several dozen on the market depending on the time of year. The median home listing price in Sennett is over $200,000, but can vary considerably, with luxurious homes priced at $600,000 and up. Three-bedroom homes can be found in the range of $150,000 to $195,000, while parcels of land go for as little as $50,000 depending on their size and location. Browse the newest real estate listings in Sennett, NY.
Auburn Enlarged City School District, one of the leading school districts in New York, welcomes students from Sennett and the surrounding areas. It consists of seven schools including five elementary schools, one junior high school, and one high school. Total enrollment is about 4,300.
Auburn distinguishes itself with a favorable student-teacher ratio of 14:1, unusual for a city district of its size and scope. It is best known for the quality of its teachers, college preparation programs, and clubs and activities that teach students important lessons about leadership. The district offers Advanced Placement classes where high school juniors and seniors qualify for college credit. It also benefits from its proximity to SUNY Cayuga Community College, offering dual enrollment opportunities.
Some of the popular colleges for local graduates are Syracuse University, SUNY Buffalo, and the Rochester Institute of Technology. High-performing students have also gone on to study at Cornell University and New York University. Find homes in Sennett by school district.
Sennett sits in the midst of the diverse Cayuga County economy, with many opportunities in the private and public sectors. In 2018, two local companies were named among the best to work for in the state—Food service firm Johnson and infrastructure manufacturer UPSCO.
Cayuga County’s largest employers include Auburn Community Hospital, Wegman’s Food Markets, and Wal-Mart. Its top public employers are the Department of Corrections, Cayuga County Government, and the Auburn Enlarged School District.
Just five minutes from central Sennett is the Dirt Museum & Hall of Fame, commemorating the historic Weedsport Speedway and the most famous roadsters ever to hit the track. It’s a great morning pit stop before spending an evening of fun and games at exciting Falcon Park—a small and cozy community ball field where spectators are never far from the action.
New York is packed with history from the very start of the American story, and the Sennett area is no exception. Just ten minutes away in Auburn, you’ll find the historic Harriet Tubman House. Also featuring a visitor center and the grounds of the Home for the Aged established by Tubman, it is the annual site of a pilgrimage undertaken by more than 1,000 visitors from around the country.
Sennett, NY is a great place to raise a family or retire. To find out more, contact us at Coldwell Banker Prime Properties today.
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