About
Carthage is a charming town that looks like it came straight out of a Thomas Kincade painting. It lies to the south of Fort Drum and has gracious homes from the 1800s and early 1900s. This village offers a small-town vibe, spacious lots, and easy access to post. Residents invest time and effort in their properties, and the pride of ownership shows. Carthage also offers the opportunity for more space, with some homes just outside of the village featuring lots with two or more acres.
Carthage can be a mix of two worlds, with local working class families and farmers living alongside military families. There is a bit of shopping (including a Price Chopper and an Aldi) in town, as well as several eateries. From May through October, the town hosts the Carthage Farmers Market on Fridays, with local produce, baked goods, and craft items for sale.
Families are drawn to this quintessential northern New York town for the schools. The elementary schools in Carthage have a particularly good reputation, and the Carthage district is one of two that serves the students living on Fort Drum. Carthage residents also enjoy Turning Point Park, a waterfront park, and Carthage Park, which offers a large wooden playground, a skateboard park, and trails.
Neighbors
Carthage is popular with service members and there is a significant military presence in town. Carthage Area Hospital draws those working in the healthcare sector to town.
Neighborhood Feel
Many homes in Carthage were built in the 19th century and the early part of the 20th century. You can find large Victorians, Cape Cods, and some smaller mid-century family homes. There are also a good number of townhomes and apartments in town.
