Black River

About

Black River is a small town (more of a neighborhood, really) with a chipper vibe, just off the south side of Fort Drum. Being so close to Fort Drum, some residents feel the town is an extension of the base, and the proximity allows military families easy access to the facilities and activities on Fort Drum with the flexibility of off-post accommodations.

There is a well-regarded library in this small town as well as trails for walking and running—the Black River Trail is especially popular and terminates in town. Stewart’s, a high-end gas station, is a favorite local spot and sells everything from yummy meatballs to delicious ice cream!

Neighbors

Black River is a good spot for families and has a large military population.

Neighborhood Feel

There is some new construction but many houses date back to the 1800s. There are no specific subdivisions, and architectural styles vary.

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Neighborhood Location

Commute
Fort Drum – Mount Belvedere Gate
Drive Time to Gate
5 to 15* minutes
By Transit
N/A

Neighborhood Info

Black River - Fort Drum, NY - gomillie.com

Points of Interest

Black River Drive-in

Sally Ploof Hunter Memorial Library

Black River Trail

Big Plus

Adjacent to post and part of the popular Carthage school district, families appreciate the convenience of living in Black River.

Things to Consider

Black River is mostly a residential area. You will need to travel for shopping.

How’s the Market?

The median home value for single family homes in Black River is $152,600 according to the Zillow Home Value Index. According to Zillow’s Rental Index, the median rental rate for single family homes in Black River is $1,241.

Single family homes in Black River range from 1,072 to 3,550 square feet. The average home measures 1,975 square feet.

School Scoop

Black River is part of the Carthage Central School District, which has an overall rating of 5. There is one school in Black River, Black River School, which has a rating of 4.

Carthage Central School District is one of the two districts that serve children living on Fort Drum. The school district offers Student Online Achievement Resources (SOAR), a program designed specifically for military children that assists families with school transitions by offering assessments and tutorials design to help familiarize students with school standards in a new location.  

Highlighted Areas

Maple Street