SUNY College at New Paltz

New Paltz, NY

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Founded in 1828, SUNY College at New Paltz is committed to providing high-quality, affordable education to students from all social and economic backgrounds. A diverse faculty of distinguished scholars and artists at SUNY New Paltz collaborates across disciplines and professional areas to inspire in students a love of learning, a meaningful engagement with the life of the mind, and an involvement in public service.

Located in the Hudson River Valley, New Paltz is accessible from a range of apartments, condos, and houses available for rent near campus. Convenience to the I-87 allows for simple commutes from farther distances as well.

Campus activities at New Paltz include more than 200 clubs and organizations, fraternity and sorority life, NCAA Division III Hawk athletics, and nationally renowned fine and performing arts programs. The historic village of New Paltz is vibrant with a variety of restaurants, shops, historic sites, and entertainment venues. An optimal location midway between the State Capital of Albany and metropolitan New York City provides unique opportunities for academic enrichment.

Rent Trends

As of February 2025, the average apartment rent in New Paltz, NY is $1,443 for a studio, $1,780 for one bedroom, $2,091 for two bedrooms, and $2,066 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in New Paltz has decreased by -0.1% in the past year.

  • Studio

  • 322 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,443/month

    Average Rent

  • 1 BR

  • 654 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,780/month

    Average Rent

  • 2 BR

  • 935 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $2,091/month

    Average Rent

  • 3 BR

  • 961 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $2,066/month

    Average Rent

Transportation

59

Somewhat Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.

49

Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.

Schools

Lenape Elementary School

Public

Grades 3-5

367 Students

7
out of 10

Duzine School

Public

Grades PK-2

317 Students

Rating Unavailable

New Paltz Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

421 Students

6
out of 10

New Paltz Senior High School

Public

Grades 9-12

668 Students

8
out of 10

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Phillies Bridge Farm Project
  • Mohonk Preserve Visitor Center
  • Walkway Over the Hudson State Historic Park
  • Delaware & Hudson Canal Museum
  • Home of Franklin D Roosevelt National Historic Site

Airports

  • New York Stewart International

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