La Grange, NY

The Town of LaGrange in Dutchess County is a scenic Hudson Valley Community located approximately 75 miles north of New York City. LaGrange has long been attractive due to the close proximity to a major north/south route, and the bucolic, scenic countryside. The town is mainly a residential area with most conveniences located in nearby Poughkeepsie. LaGrange includes the communities and hamlets of Arthursburg, Billings, Freedom Plains, LaGrangeville, Manchester Bridge, Moore's Mill, Noxon, Red Oaks Mill, Rombout Ridge, and Titus.

The town of LaGrange's name derives from the ancestral estate of the Marquis De Lafayette, who toured the area in 1824.

Recreational Facilities - Central to Dutchess County, one of the area's hidden treasures is the 590 acre James Baird State Park. Located in the Town of LaGrange, the park has everything a nature enthusiast would want. The park also has a fully-equipped golf facility, regulation tennis courts, nature center and softball field. There are several miles of marked trails, picnic areas, and shelters. LaGrange offers a summer concert series at Freedom Park with free admission. The LaGrange Community Day is also held here,as well as many other functions.

Houses of Worship Include the Valley Bible Fellowship Church, Full Gospel Center, Clove Valley Alliance, Lutheran, Methodist/United Methodist, Nazarene and Presbyterian. There is easy access to many other denominations.

Educational Facilities - The Town of LaGrange is served by the Arlington Central School District. The following schools are within the town: Arlington High, LaGrange Middle, Titusville Intermediate, Overlook Primary, LaGrange Elementary and Noxon Road Elementary Schools. The town is also home to the private Brendon Montessori School.

Home Sales Statistics = By School District for the calendar year 2.48% CAGR*

Source: Westchester Putnam Multiple Listing Service, single family homes, for the calendar year ending December 31st *CAGR=Compounded Annual Growth Rate

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For Town of LaGrange residents, Freedom Park offers a wide range of summer recreational activities. Town residents can obtain membership passes for Freedom Lake at the Town Hall, located at 120 Stringham Road, LaGrangeville, NY 12540.. Some of the park's features are listed below:

Information provided as a courtesy by Carol Culkin - Dutchess County Relocation Specialist

Houlihan Lawrence Realty 1989 Route 52 East Fishkill,New York 12533

Office: (845) 227-4400 x358 Cell:(845) 430-6543

Town of Lagrange annual Community Day at Freedom Park will be held on Saturday, June 13, 2009.
There will be community service booths, games, entertainment, D.J. Rendition, a petting zoo, fireworks and more. Music will be provided by the various Arlington school district's music groups and Harvest Band. This is a FREE event.

Directions: Freedom Park is located on Skidmore Road in the Town of LaGrange. The map below shows the park's location.

Information provided as a courtesy by Carol Culkin - Dutchess County Relocation Specialist

Houlihan Lawrence Realty 1989 Route 52 East Fishkill,New York 12533

Office: (845) 227-4400 x358 Cell:(845) 430-6543

It's that time of year again! The Town of LaGrange Parks & Recreation Department will be sponsering the Concert Series at Freedom Park. All concerts start at 7:00pm. In the event of rain, concerts will be held in the pavilion next to the band shell. The bands are scheduled as follows:

Pack snacks, gather the kids and bring your blankets & chairs. These concerts always turn out to be fun social gatherings that The Town of LaGrange residents look forward to. Don't be shy - come meet people in your community and enjoy the sounds of these local bands on a warm summers night.

Directions

Freedom Park is located on Skidmore Road in the Town of LaGrange. The map below shows the park's location.

Information provided as a courtesy by Carol Culkin - Dutchess County Relocation Specialist

Houlihan Lawrence Realty 1989 Route 52 East Fishkill,New York 12533

Office: (845) 227-4400 x358 Cell:(845) 430-6543

$319,000

Market Report February 2009

Home shown above is listed by Bob Percesepe, Associate Broker, Realty Executives, Williams-Sykes Realty. Photo and information posted wth permission. For information about this home you can contact Bob at (845)485-9960.

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