CARMEL TOWNSHIP: is the county seat of Putnam County and a hub of business and government activities. Putnam County, located a mere 50 miles from New York City, can be found in the heart of the picturesque Hudson Valley; an area rich in colonial history featuring charming villages, beautiful scenery and modern conveniences. Putnam County is one of the fastest growing areas in the state and is composed of six townships - Carmel, Kent, Patterson, Philipstown, Putnam Valley and Southeast - each with antique shops, fine restaurants, local museums and an abundance of natural historic resources. Carmel, situated along scenic Lake Gleneida, consists of the hamlets of Carmel, Mahopac and Mahopac Falls in the southeast portion of the county. Unlike most towns in the area, farming was never a major industry in Carmel. As the county seat since 1812, Carmel had no other industry except government. In fact, the Putnam County Courthouse in Carmel is the oldest courthouse in continuous use in New York State until it was closed for renovation in 1989. Its striking Greek Revival architecture and grand façade were lovingly reconstructed to modern standards and it is now listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Perspective home buyers can expect historically significant buildings, as well as a variety of new construction in the Town of Carmel and Putnam County, which is a region of rolling hills, sparkling waterways and lush landscaping. The present development capacity for single- and multi-family homes in Carmel is approximately 5,500 homes; however, there is still plenty of vacant residentially zoned land available for building.

Price Range of Carmel Houses

When it comes to housing choices, Carmel offers something for everyone. Two- and three-story detached colonial and contemporary homes are available from $125,000 to $1.5 million and more for large waterfront properties on Lake Carmel. Homes in Pickney Farms, Lake Gleneida and Sparrow Ridge sell for under $400,000. Estates with acreage and lake access range from $500,000-plus in Mountain View Estates, Willow Ridge, Centennial Ridge, Salem Ridge, Country Estates and Lake Gilead. Numerous condominiums and townhouses also vary affordably from $140,000 to more than $225,000 in neighborhoods such as Vista on the Lake, Woodland Trail, Kings Court, Hunters Glen and Clearing in the Woods. Land and lots are also available for custom building. If you are thinking of buying or selling your home, just fill out the FREE REAL ESTATE INFORMATION REQUEST FORM. Then, top real estate agent Top Agent in NY will provide you with any information or assistance with your home. All contents on this and related web sites are provided by Top Agent in NY, the home and property specialist, specializing in Carmel real estate and home values in Putnam County, New York.