The Empire State will always enjoy a unique reputation within America. While New York has always been an important part of America, it always seems to exist as a different part of the country. Ever since its early times as a Dutch colony, New York has thrived as a unique part of the American cultural fabric. For this reason, millions of Americans move to the Empire State to participate in this living experience.

While the vast majority of new New Yorkers move to New York City, many adventurous Americans find themselves discovering one of America's best kept secrets - that the Empire State is full of charming residential communities that provides both access to and relief from the Big Apple. Villages like Monroe represent the best of small town New York living.

Situated in gorgeous Orange County and found within the town of Monroe lies the village of Monroe. With a total population figure of approximately 8,000, Monroe may not seem like the first place that you would go to when moving to New York. However, if you love the comfort and community spirit of a small town, then you will love Monroe.

Located in one of the most beautiful parts of the Empire State, residents of Monroe also have the unique pleasure of living near the independent of village of Kiryas Joel, a community built by the Satmar Hasidic Judaism community. Fun times!