Beacon

Beacon
Downtown Beacon
Distance to New York City: 74 Miles
Metro-North Commute to Grand Central: From Beacon Station - 89 minutes
Area: 4.78 square miles

Points of Interest

Beacon was named in honor of the signal fires patriots lit atop Mount Beacon to warn the Continental Army of British troop movements. Beacon, formed as a city in 1913, has a rich riverfront history. Beacon is home to growing art institutes such as the Dia Arts Center, regional galleries and outdoor sculpture gardens. Beacon’s harbor boasts a public boat launch and a nearby riverfront park offering picnicking and play areas. The Hudson River Greenway, working with the Rivers and Estuaries Center, offers scenic views of the Hudson including walking trails and prime bird watching sites.

Home Sales Statistics

By School District for the first six months of each calendar year

8.16% CAGR*
Beacon Growth Chart
Source: Mid Hudson Multiple Listing Service, single family homes, for the first six months, 2002-2007
*CAGR=Compounded Annual Growth Rate

Area Map

District Map

 

This community is served by the following school districts

  • Beacon City

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