Central New York

Manlius, New York

Village and town in Onondaga County

A hill town east of Syracuse

Manlius is a village and town in eastern Onondaga County, including the hamlets of Fayetteville and Minoa. Its hills, parks and suburban neighborhoods make it a desirable Syracuse suburb.

History & Local Character

Manlius was a canal and farming town, with mills along Limestone Creek, and became a suburban area as Syracuse grew eastward.

Housing & Real Estate

Housing includes village houses, suburban subdivisions and some farms, with a range of prices.

Restaurants & Shopping

Seneca Street, Genesee Street and the village centers hold restaurants, cafes, pizzerias and bakeries.

Schools & Education

Fayetteville-Manlius and East Syracuse Minoa school districts serve different parts of the town.

Parks & Recreation

Green Lakes State Park, the Old Erie Canal State Park and the town's parks provide lakes, trails and fields.

Transportation & Accessibility

Route 92, Route 5 and I-481 serve the town, with Syracuse about 15 minutes west.

Local Businesses

Restaurants, shops, contractors and professional offices serve the town, with retail along Route 92 and Route 5.

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Nearby Attractions

  • Green Lakes State Park
  • Old Erie Canal State Park
  • Manlius village
  • Syracuse

Advantages & Considerations

Advantages

  • Strong schools
  • Green Lakes and canal access
  • Close to Syracuse

Considerations

  • High property taxes
  • Car-dependent
  • Winter weather

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Manlius a village or a town?

Both: the Town of Manlius contains the Village of Manlius, plus the Village of Fayetteville and the Village of Minoa.

What is Green Lakes known for?

Green Lakes State Park has two meromictic lakes with distinctive green water and surrounding trails.

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