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The biggest hurdle for many potential new residents may be affordability, depending on where theyre looking.
Average monthly rents ranged from $1,225 to $4,307.
Heres the Redfin list, counting down from the 10th to the No.
1best city in New York to live in.
New Rochelle
A suburb of New York City, New Rochelle features numerous waterfront activities along Long Island Sound.
Albany
The state capital, Albany is New Yorks oldest city.
Its attractions include a historic downtown dating back to the 1600s and seven different colleges, including SUNY Albany.
Hempstead
The home of Hofstra University, Hempstead features proximity to three different state parks.
Tonawanda
With just 16,000 residents, Tonawanda is the smallest city on the list.
It is located about 10 miles from Niagara Falls.
It features multiple historic sites, including St. Pauls Church.
Rochester
Rochester is home to multiple universities including the Rochester Institute of Technology.
It is also a historic city, known for the Underground Railroad and battles for womens rights.
New York City
The Big Apple needs no introduction.
Buffalo
Known for its devoted sports fans and harsh winters, Buffalo boasts lively theater and food scenes.
Its population is second only to New York City in the Empire State.
Moving into New York State, you may cross paths with folks heading in the other direction.
This may be important to keep in mind, if considering moving to New York state.
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