About Amsterdam

A town right off I-90, Amsterdam, New York, is home to around 6,000 residents in eastern New York. The town is a largely rural one, with a strong agricultural base in the county. It lies between the Adirondacks and the Catskills, about 10 miles south of the massive Adirondack Park and about 35 miles west of state-capital Albany. Those in search of a house for rent or an apartment for rent will find the town is in Montgomery County, and was named after the Dutch city when it was first settled in the early 1700s.

The Mohawk River and the Erie Canal traverse the southern part of the city, making it an ideal location for those who enjoy fishing as they can find many great spots on the banks of the river. Amsterdam Municipal Golf Course offers a spot for working on your drive or putting, and Herbert L Shuttleworth Park gives residents a place to picnic and enjoy the outdoors. St. Mary's Hospital and Amsterdam Memorial Hospital will provide medical services for those seeking a house for rent or an apartment for rent in town. Five elementary schools, an intermediate school a middle school and Amsterdam High School make up the public school system, with two Catholic K-8 schools providing alternative options.

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