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Watertown

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Watertown is the major city of Jefferson County, offering a plethora of dining, shopping, and living. The city is also home to the Alex T. Duffy Fairgrounds adjacent to the Watertown YMCA and the Fairgrounds Ice Arena, all of which host grand activities for the whole community. Arsenal Street and Coffeen Street are always bustling with their popular store and restaurant attractions, including the Salmon Run Mall. The Public Square is where you can find historic downtown and where you can find more locally owned businesses such as The Paddock Club, April’s Cake Shop, Crystal Restaurant and many more. Watertown encompasses a large area that is home to a wonderful school district, with great academics and athletics. The city is also only 20 minutes south of the great 1000 Islands and 70 miles north of Syracuse. Watertown has plenty of home options and lots of other services to help you redecorate or remodel a home. Since our business is based out of this wonderful city, we can ensure that our help offers valuable insight and we encourage you to contact one of our agents to further discover what Watertown has to offer YOU.

Fort Drum

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Fort Drum, home of the 10th Mountain Division is a large part of life here in the North Country. It is located next to Calcium, Black River, and Evans Mills, and is split between the Carthage Central and Indian River Central School Districts. All of these surrounding villages are great places to find beautiful homes. Fort Drum has brought so many consumers from all over the world, the shopping and eating offered around has greatly varied to fit everyone’s needs. Fort Drum is also in close proximity to the city of Watertown where there are many other great living opportunities for incoming residents. So many events take place both in and outside of Fort Drum, there is never a shortage of activities. There are many different types of homes in the surrounding areas, and our agents can help you find one that fits your needs. Bridgeview Real Estate supports our troops and wants to help them find their own homes in the North Country!

Carthage School District

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The village of Carthage is located 17 miles east of the city of Watertown, and is a nice place to find a home. With a small-town feel Carthage has plenty to offer, including family-owned restaurants such as The Chatterbox Diner and Stefano’s Pizzeria. The Black River runs through Carthage and separates it into its east and west counterparts. The Carthage School District is composed of five different schools, three elementary buildings, a middle school and a high school. The school district is ranked highly for both special and regular education and is considered one of the best in the area. The school district encompasses Black River, Natural Bridge, and parts of Fort Drum as well. The school district is also well known for its athletics and is the home of the famous Powell brothers, all three being professional lacrosse players.The school offers great athletic and arts programs and has amazing state of the art facilities for both. The village of Carthage is also the home to the owners of Jreck Subs, one of the most loved sub shops around the North Country. Carthage is another great area of the North Country with so many living options, please speak to our agents further about living in this wonderful school district.

Indian River School District

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The Indian River School District is located in the town of Philadelphia, relatively close to Carthage. The district encompasses part of Fort Drum and Evans Mills, Calcium, Theresa and Antwerp. The district has five primary schools, an intermediate school, a middle school and a high school. The district is similar in size and nature to both Carthage and Watertown, as the education is the priority with strong athletic and arts departments. Indian River is home to the 2014 New York State Football Champions, there are also 59 team opportunities for girls and boys at the varsity, junior varsity, and modified levels. The area is right next to Calcium, which has plenty of shopping and eating options to fit the needs of the people of Fort Drum. The school district is a great location away from the city yet is in relatively close proximity to other towns and villages. Our agents would love to help you find a home in this wonderful district.

Sackets Harbor

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Sackets Harbor is a wonderful historic and scenic area of the North Country. Located on the shores of Lake Ontario, Sackets Harbor offers a surplus of waterfront homes and cottages with unique and historical architecture. The village of Sackets Harbor blooms during the summer months with outdoor dining at Tin Pan Galley and The Sackets Boathouse. Music festivals are common, and public docking can be found in several places, encouraging visitation and summer fun. In downtown Sackets Harbor you will find plenty of antique and retail stores to shop at along the picturesque tree-lined streets. Sackets Harbor is prided on the locality of the village, with family-owned businesses flourishing. Art galleries, museums and live historical demonstrations are a few more key attractions that can be found in this lovely village. The Sackets Harbor Battlefield is the historical site of the Battle of 1812, with the Madison Barracks still being a major attraction. The Sackets Harbor School District is home to the Varsity Boys Basketball State Champions of 2012, and fosters other great athletic and academic activities for students. Sackets Harbor is a great place to raise a family, live, or even rent a summer home. We strongly encourage you to speak with one of our agents further about this amazing and historical area.

Lake Ontario

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Lake Ontario is one of the most beautiful features in all of the North Country. We share the lake with Canada and it also connects with the St. Lawrence River. Lake Ontario is the perfect place to buy a home or a cottage for the summer months. Kayaking, boating, jet skiing, paddle boarding, water skiing, tubing, fishing and swimming are just some of the fun that the lake entails. The lake is about 15 minutes outside the city of Watertown and has plenty of small towns with great waterside dining. Chaumont hosts the great dining of The Blue Heron and Wiseguys, and Sackets Harbor and their fine dining is right around the corner. Picturesque sunsets occur on the horizon every night, and there is never a shortage of fun summer activities. Lots of homes and cottages have their own docks, but local marinas such as Kitto’s offer care for boats as well to ease responsibilities. Even in the winter, the views don’t cease as the snow glistens on the lake. The ice also allows for ice fishing, which is very popular in this area and the North Country in general. With beautiful waterfront homes and cottages, we are confident our agents can help you find the right fit.

St. Lawrence River / 1000 Islands

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The St. Lawrence River and 1000 Islands hold historical significance in the North Country. There are 1,864 Islands spread throughout the St. Lawrence River in a span of about 50 miles. Boldt Castle and Singer Castle are both located on islands on the river and are popular exploration destinations for many. The St. Lawrence River is known for hosting large cargo ships and firework shows when the weather becomes warmer. Similar to Lake Ontario, the St. Lawrence River and 1000 Islands are ideal places to purchase a home or a cottage on the waterfront. There are villages such as Clayton along the river with fabulous shops and dining such as Bella’s and O’Brien’s. The St. Lawrence River also borders Canada which holds its own sources of entertainment and dining. The St. Lawrence River is world renowned for diving with its deep waters and attracts many divers from all over the world. This culture is great during all months of the year, especially for nature fanatics. Please contact any of our agents to discuss one of the most visually appealing areas in the North Country!

Lewis County

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Lewis County is a more rural part of the North Country, populated with scenic farms and windmills. The county is comprised of several towns and villages, the center being the town of Lowville. Lowville is the home of a Kraft Foods plant that uses farm fresh dairy to make its products. The farming in Lowville helps supply dairy products for people all over the state and offers local fresh produce and dairy to its own community. The abundance of open land in Lewis County makes it a popular place for four wheeling, skiing, and snowmobiling. There are trails that go on for miles in this region and Snow Ridge Ski Resort offers plenty of wintertime activity as well. The Snow Ridge Ski Resort is located on the Tug Hill Plateau which branches into part of Lewis County. Lewis County is another great area for nature lovers and farmers alike, and still offers a lot to the rest of the community. Lewis County is also home to the Snirt Run, involving four wheelers and dirty snow in the spring and plenty of entertainment for the thousands of participants and spectators. Please contact one of our agents to learn more about this great county.

Tug Hill Plateau

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The Tug Hill Plateau is an upland region famous for its record heavy snows each year. The Plateau is west of the Adirondack Mountains and is separated from them by the Black River Valley. There are various trails for hiking, hunting, cross country skiing, snowshoeing and snowmobiling that go on for miles. Camping, canoeing, fishing and boating are common in this area as several rivers run through the region. Small villages in the region supply attractions such as flea markets, local produce stands, handmade furniture and crafts, pure maple syrup, restaurants and lodging. Bed and breakfasts are a big hit especially for snowmobiles and winter sports in the wintertime due to the abundance of snow. The Dry Hill Ski Area is also a part of the Tug Hill region. This resort offers tubing, skiing, snowboarding, lodging and instruction for beginners as well. The Tug Hill Plateau is the perfect place for nature lovers and backwoods fun. The opportunities for amazing experiences are endless here, and we encourage you to speak further with our agents about this area.

South Jefferson School District

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The South Jefferson School District is comprised of several towns and villages, the most prominent being the town of Adams. Adams is a small town with a population of just over 5,000 people, and was named after President John Adams. It is located in a rural part of Jefferson County, and offers plenty of housing options which are ready to be explored. Adams is a very local town with thriving small businesses in a close community. The school district covers a large area but is a smaller district with a strong focus on the students and their education. The district has two elementary schools, a middle school, and a high school to fit the needs of the children living in the district. Many athletic and academic programs alike are also offered to students and help make the district one of the strongest in the area. This district has all of the ingredients for a small town American feel and we hope you will speak to one of our agents further about finding a home in this portion of the North Country.