Elm Estates
122 Fairlawn Dr,
Selkirk, NY 12158
$1,750 - $2,100 | 2-3 Beds
Selkirk
Selkirk, NY
Area Guide
Park-like suburbia just outside of New York’s capital city
Local Business
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Wooded
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Quiet
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Spacious
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Suburban
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There’s nothing more peaceful than sprawling woodlands, spacious residential streets, and minor traffic around town. The city of Selkirk is a suburb of Albany, the capital city of the state of New York. Situated along Hudson River, Selkirk is a mere 11 miles southwest of Albany.
With major interstates traveling through town, residents enjoy quick access to everything Albany has to offer. From the New York State Capitol to the New York State Museum, there’s plenty of history to be seen, attractions to visit, and fun to be had! Visit the distinctively curved building, The Egg, for a live concert, catch a play at Palace Theatre, or enjoy one of the many delectable restaurants around town.
Cozy apartments and houses are surrounded by towering trees in the residential areas of Selkirk. With untouched woodlands and various local businesses around the city, Selkirk permeates small-town charm. This park-like city offers a serene lifestyle and a reprieve from the bustle of urban living, while still having quick and easy access to New York’s historic, lively, and entertaining capital city.
Rent Trends
As of March 2025, the average apartment rent in Selkirk, NY is $1,306 for one bedroom, $1,718 for two bedrooms, and $1,997 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Selkirk has increased by 2.7% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,306/month
1,164 Sq Ft
Transportation
3
Car-Dependent
out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
Walking is difficult in this neighborhood, which is considered a car-dependent area.
21
Somewhat Bikeable
out of 100 BikeScore® Rating
You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.
Schools
Public
Grades PK-5
426 Students
4
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Cohotate Preserve Environmental Education Center
- Schodack Island State Park
- Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
- New York State Museum
- Hudson River Valley National Heritage Area
Airports
- Albany International
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† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
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Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2025.