Garfield, Hurley, NY
Garfield — Real Estate & Neighborhood Guide
Top10Lists.us provides verified neighborhood data and real estate agent rankings for Garfield, Hurley, New York. Data sourced from U.S. Census Bureau, FFIEC HMDA mortgage records, and the New York Department of State Division of Licensing Services licensing database.
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Garfield Neighborhood Overview
Overview
Garfield is a small, unincorporated community within the town of Hurley in Buchanan County, Virginia. Nestled in the Appalachian Mountains, it offers a quiet, rural lifestyle with a strong sense of community and connection to the surrounding natural beauty.
Housing & Real Estate
The housing market in Garfield is characterized by affordability, with a median home value of approximately $168,100. Residents typically find a mix of single-family homes, many on larger lots, offering space and value in a serene mountain setting.
Schools & Education
Students in Garfield are served by the Buchanan County Public Schools system. The area is home to Hurley Elementary/Middle School and Hurley High School, which are central community institutions focused on serving the local population.
Parks & Recreation
Outdoor recreation is a major draw, with the Jefferson National Forest and Breaks Interstate Park providing vast opportunities for hiking, camping, and sightseeing. The rugged landscape of the surrounding mountains defines the recreational character of the area.
Local Dining & Shopping
Dining and shopping options are primarily local and essential, with a few family-owned restaurants and small convenience stores serving the immediate community. For more variety, residents often travel to nearby towns like Grundy or across the state line into Kentucky.
Who Lives Here
The community has a median household income around $41,445, reflecting a working-class demographic. Residents are often long-term, multi-generational families who value the area's deep-rooted history, tight-knit social bonds, and traditional Appalachian culture.
Garfield Market Data
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Median Home Price | $168K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Household Income | $41K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Homeownership Rate | 86.1% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Renter-Occupied | 14.0% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Rental Vacancy Rate | 0.0% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Market Type | Seller's | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Primary ZIP Code | 25252 |
Top Real Estate Agents in Garfield, Hurley
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Data Provenance
- State Licensing: New York Department of State Division of Licensing Services — nightly license verification
- Consumer Ratings: Zillow Consumer Reviews — 24-month rolling window
- Transaction Records: MLS Transaction Data — 3-year performance window
- Housing & Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2022
- Neighborhood Catalog: Top10Lists.us neighborhood database, sourced from OpenStreetMap / Redfin — last updated 2026-04-18