Fort Drum, NY - Nearby Cities

Watertown, NY
Watertown sits near the Canadian border and is just 9 miles from the Fort Drum military installation. The town is a large manufacturer in the area producing such items as the safety pin and the Little Tree car air fresheners. The air fresheners were invented here in 1951. It is also home to the longest continually running county fair in the United States.

Homes for sale in the area have a median listing price of $135,000 for a 3 bedroom, 1 bath home. Rentals are also available starting at a monthly rate of $690 for a 2 bedroom, 2 bath unit. Hotels such as the Best Western Carriage Inn and the Comfort Inn offer temporary lodging starting at $69 a night.

Watertown serves as a major community close to both Fort Drum and residents of Ontario, Canada. Its dining, shopping, and entertainment venues provide recreational opportunities for visitors and residents alike. It is also home to Jefferson Historical Society and has easy access via all major state routes through the state of New York.

Calcium, NY
Calcium is a small town in New York with a population just over 3,000 residents. Its proximity to Watertown offers the city the small-town ambience while still having access to the metropolitan arts, dining, and entertainment. Located just 5 miles from Fort Drum, the city is a quiet community for active-duty military and their families to reside.

Homes for sale in the area start at $169,000 for a 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath home. Rentals are also available starting at a monthly rate of $690 for a 2 bedroom, 1 bath unit. Temporary lodging is provided by local hotels such as the Candlewood Suites and Best Western Carriage Inn with prices starting at $79 a night and up.

Calcium offers old-world architecture and quiet charm to those who choose to visit or reside here. It has access to Watertown's many entertainment venues and with its close proximity to the military base, families find the town able to offer up the best of both worlds and provide a great environment in which to work and live.

Carthage, NY
Carthage has a population of just over 3,500 people. Its claim to fame was that John Carpenter, a screenwriter, director, and producer, was born here. The area is on the National Register of Historic Places as of 1983. Located just 11 miles from Fort Drum military installation, the town offers many housing opportunities for active-duty military and their families looking for a more permanent place to live.

Homes for sale in the area start at $295,000 for a 1 bedroom, 1.5 bath residence. Rentals in the area start at a monthly rate of $875 for a 2 bedroom, 2 bath apartment unit. Hotels such as the Pleasant Night Inn and the Tavern Hotel offer temporary lodging for those looking to stay for a short visit. Prices start at $89 a night and include a free breakfast and wireless internet access.

Carthage offers entertainment, dining, and shopping venues in nearby Watertown. The New York State Zoo is another major attraction in the area offering animal exhibits and fun for kids of all ages.

Harrisville, NY
Harrisville is located in Lewis County and has a current population of just over 300 people. The town offers a small-town living experience while still being close to major metropolitan areas such as Watertown which allows residents dining, shopping, and entertainment options. Located just 26 miles from Fort Drum military base, the town offers a quiet and relaxed setting for those looking for housing options in the area.

Homes for sale start at $249,000 for a 2 bedroom, 1 bath home. Rentals are also available starting at a monthly rate of $690 for a 2 bedroom, 2 bath unit. Nearby hotels such as the Hunters Moon Hotel and the Stone Manor offer temporary lodging to visitors with rates starting at $69 a night and up.

Gouverneur, NY
Gouverneur is a village in Lawrence County which was named after a famous resident. Its claim to fame is that the developer of "Life Savers" candy, Edward John Noble, resided here. The town's economy has its roots in the mining industry. Located just 30 miles from Fort Drum military installation, the town is a quiet setting for those wanting to settle here.

Houses in the nearby areas start at $189,000 for a 2 bedroom, 1 bath residence. Rentals are also available starting at a monthly rate of $690 for a 2 bedroom, 2 bath unit. Temporary lodging in the area is provided by such hotels as the Hunters Moon Hotel and the Stone with rates starting at $69 a night and up.

Bowling, golfing and military museum are offered for entertainment for families of all ages. The area is rich in history and tradition and nearby communities offer dining and shopping venues as well.

Antwerp, NY
Antwerp is a city primarily connected to Fort Drum military installation. The city is 18 miles from the base and with its small population of 1,700 people; it is a great location for those looking for housing options in the area. It has lots of open acreage making it a picturesque place to live.

Houses for sale in the area start at $95,000 for a 3 bedroom, 1 bath home. Prices in the area are more economical than surrounding communities with a 2 bedroom, 2 bath home selling for $79,000. Rentals in the area start at a monthly rate of $740 for a 1 bedroom, 1 bath unit. Hotels nearby such as the Riverside Hotel and Clearview Hotel offer temporary lodging for guests who are staying for a short period of time.

Museums and go-kart tracks are available nearby offering families entertainment options. A short drive away, visitors will find dining and shopping venues as well.