The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 13637 sells for about $289,000, or $118 per square foot.
Prices are up +4.2% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 65 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,337 a month.
ZIP 13637 — Evans Mills
The Evans Mills housing market remains stable, driven primarily by consistent demand from the Fort Drum military community. Inventory levels are moderate, and price growth has been steady, reflecting the area's role as an affordable housing hub for the region.
This ZIP is ideal for military families stationed at Fort Drum, rural-seeking commuters, and buyers looking for affordable, spacious single-family homes in a quiet setting.
Median prices moved up 4.2% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 65 days on market with 5.9 months of supply — a balanced-paced market.
12% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 97.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 6.2% · poverty 21.2% — a mixed stability profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 3.0%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 1.7%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
in-migration and out-migration balanced
ZCTA 13637, Jefferson County, NY
ACS 2024 5-year estimates. Aggregate published statistics for this ZIP — never individual records, and never an attribute of any individual property or resident.
Crime rates in Evans Mills are generally lower than the national average, with the area characterized by a quiet, rural atmosphere.
Schools serving the area are primarily part of the Indian River Central School District, which maintains a stable reputation for rural education.
The area is subject to standard northern New York winter weather risks, including heavy snowfall and ice, with moderate flood risk in low-lying areas near local creeks.
Economic momentum is largely tied to the proximity of Fort Drum, which serves as a major regional employer and anchor for the local housing market.
Property taxes are levied at the county, town, and school district levels, with New York State's STAR program providing partial exemptions for eligible primary residences.
Commutes are primarily car-dependent, with most residents driving to nearby Fort Drum or Watertown for employment.
The area offers access to rural outdoor activities, including local parks and proximity to the Thousand Islands region and Lake Ontario for boating and fishing.
The rental market is heavily influenced by the transient population associated with Fort Drum, leading to consistent demand for single-family and multi-family rentals.
The economy is dominated by the presence of Fort Drum, with supporting sectors in retail, services, and local government.
Transportation is almost exclusively via private vehicle, with US Route 11 serving as the primary arterial corridor.
Development is largely focused on residential infill and supporting infrastructure for the military community.
Jefferson County utilizes a standard assessment process based on market value, with periodic revaluations to ensure tax equity.
Parcels are subject to Indian River Central School District taxes and local town/county levies.
Property insurance premiums are moderate but reflect the regional risk of severe winter weather and wind damage.
New York is a judicial foreclosure state, requiring court intervention for the foreclosure process.
New York requires a standard property condition disclosure statement from sellers, with a credit option if not provided.
Data retrieved from US Census Bureau ZCTA 13637 profiles.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
- Alex Bay 500 Go-Karts4.615.5 mi
- The Escape Works Inc59.4 mi
- Escape the Mystery Room4.910.2 mi
- Boldt Castle & Boldt Yacht House4.817.7 mi
- Uncle Sam Boat Tours4.617.3 mi
- 1812 on the River by 1812 Brewing Co.4.19.1 mi
- Thousand Islands Winery4.515.4 mi
- Riveredge Resort417.3 mi
- Salmon Run Mall410.3 mi
- Zoo New York4.29.7 mi
- Dry Hill Ski Area4.511.9 mi
- Regal Salmon Run4.310.1 mi
- Remington Park4.44.4 mi
- Boldt Castle & Boldt Yacht House4.817.7 mi
- Antique Boat Museum4.816.1 mi
- 10th Mountain Division & Fort Drum Museum4.76.5 mi
- Black River Trail Trailhead4.76.5 mi
- Remington Park4.44.4 mi
- Historic Thompson Park4.79.6 mi
- Black River Running Trail Head4.78.4 mi
- Waterworks Park4.38.5 mi
- Swan Bay Resort & Marina4.715.5 mi
- The Ledges Resort And Marina4.817.5 mi
- French Creek Marina4.415.8 mi
- Clayton Marina Sales & Service4.315.6 mi
- Bedford Creek Marina & Campground4.219.2 mi
- Ives Hill Country Club4.310.1 mi
- Willowbrook Golf Club4.25.9 mi
- L a Golf Club4.312.6 mi
- Salmon Run Mall410.3 mi
- Fort Drum Exchange4.33.8 mi
- T.J. Maxx4.310.9 mi
- Burlington4.310.2 mi
- Price Chopper4.310.1 mi
- Watertown International Airport411.9 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Provides local fishing and scenic views.
A local short-track racing venue.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.