Washington Heights, NY

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Population
2,383
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Elevation
677 ft
USGS GNIS community points and 3DEP elevation · GNIS 2026-07-06; USGS 3DEP sampled 2026-07-23
Median Home Value
$366,700
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$2,554/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$81,686
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
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Washington Heights is a quiet residential community tucked along the edge of Middletown in Orange County. Located in the town of Wallkill within New York’s Hudson Valley, it offers a relaxed neighborhood setting that connects directly into the city next door. Residents enjoy peaceful streets along with quick access to major roads like Route 17 and Interstate 84, making commutes to Goshen, Newburgh, or points further south simple. The nearby Shawangunk foothills and Wallkill River valley also provide plenty of scenic views and outdoor recreation close to home.

Day-to-day living here centers on convenience. Middletown supplies everyday necessities right down the road, from shopping and restaurants to Garnet Health Medical Center and SUNY Orange. Most local students attend the Middletown City School District, while a small section is zoned for Minisink Valley schools. The surrounding area balances this accessibility with a touch of countryside, featuring nearby farms, orchards, and parks that make Washington Heights an appealing home base in Orange County.

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