The Capital Region is proud of its towns, hamlets, villages, and cities no matter how large or small. If you asked anyone in the area to tell you what city they think was a top small city that made the list of the best in the United States, I think most people would say the same one. Now a poll is out that just proves it to the whole country.

You Probably Know the City That is Tops on the List

If you would have said Saratoga Springs, you would have been correct. Time and time again when these lists are out about small US cities that are the best, Saratoga Springs always finished toward the top. Not only is it a beautiful, historic city that has the oldest sports venue in the country, but there are other factors that went into this list.

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What Were The Criteria for the List of Best Small Cities?

According to WalletHub, Saratoga Springs received a total score of 69.69 which landed it in the ninety-eighth percentile of top small cities in the United States. Some of the criteria were based on how affordable it is to live in Saratoga Springs. It also measured economics, education, how safe the city is, and the quality of life for certain cities with a population between twenty-five thousand and one hundred thousand people.

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Most of The Capital Region Already Knew

I think most of us already knew that Saratoga Springs was one of the best small cities in the United States. It's just nice to see it in black and white on a list of hundreds of other small cities at the very top. I know we are all proud to have Saratoga Springs in our backyard whether for the Saratoga Race Course, the rich history, or the beauty of the city.

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Fully Restored Victorian in Posh Saratoga Neighborhood Once Summer Home to Whitney Family

This fully restored Queen Anne Victorian home was once the summer home to the Whitney family and once owned by the co-founder of the NY Mets. There have been extensive renovations done to this home while keeping the historic charm. There is a stunning gourmet kitchen with top-end Thermador appliances, 2 dishwashers, a custom range hood, 2 beverage drawers, & a walk-in pantry-perfect for entertaining! The four-season room overlooks the in-ground pool and beautiful hot tub. Check out the master bedroom with a gas fireplace, enormous walk-in closet, and luxury bath. On the third floor, there are five rooms and a playroom. The basement has room for a wine cellar and recreation room. The home is situated in a posh section of Saratoga Springs near the Saratoga Race Course. On the market for $3.095 Million.

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