Nelliston, NY

Nelliston is a quiet village tucked along the north bank of the Mohawk River in Montgomery County, sitting right across the water from Fort Plain. Home to roughly 700 residents within the Town of Palatine, it offers a peaceful, rural pace surrounded by scenic upstate views. Route 5 runs straight through town as Main Street, making it easy to commute east toward Amsterdam or west toward Little Falls, with the river and the Erie Canal framing the valley.

ATTRBurleigh, L. R. (Lucien R.); Burleigh Litho; Burleigh, L. R. / Public domain

First settled by Palatine German families in the 1700s, the village retains its heritage through historic 19th-century homes, classic architecture, and quiet residential streets. Families are served by the Fort Plain and Canajoharie school districts, and everyday conveniences, dining, and local events are just a quick trip across the bridge in Fort Plain. It is a welcoming, down-to-earth spot for anyone looking for affordable small-town living with deep historical roots.