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Is Stony Point, NY Safe to Buy? Home Safety Score 83/100

Score 83/100 · Risk: moderate · Home Safety Grade B · Updated

Stony Point has moderate risk. Some factors warrant attention during the home buying process.

Score data: EPA SDWIS, EPA PFAS monitoring, EPA Radon Zones, EPA Air Quality Index Last verified:

Placed in the context of Stony Point's housing market, the expected repair budget is proportionally light - homeowners planning upgrades here can work from a position of financial comfort, well removed from the territory where safety remediation puts meaningful strain on property equity.

Home Safety Grade

ZIPs Over Lead Limit

A/V Share of Claim-Record ZIPs

Zone 3

Radon (Low)

AQI (Good)

$900

Est. Remediation

0.2%

Equity Trap Ratio

What is a home safety score?

Home Safety Score model 4.0.0 combines EPA SDWIS identity plus accepted ECHO SDWA lifecycle-based water compliance, UCMR5 PFAS, EPA radon zone, and annual AQI with complete coverage. Stony Point scores 83/100 with a "moderate" risk level.

Remediation Cost Breakdown

Estimated costs to address safety issues for a typical home in Stony Point:

Filtration $300

Pfas $600

Cost ranges are estimates based on national averages. Actual costs vary by property. Get 3 quotes before proceeding.

Per-ZIP Home Safety Scores

Stony Point is covered by a single ZIP code, so one safety score applies citywide.

ZIP Code	Score	Grade
10980	83	B	View report →

Home Safety Overview

Stony Point, New York has moderate risk for homebuyers. The average home safety score is 83/100 across 1 ZIP code. Some risk factors warrant attention during the home buying process.

Safety Score Card

A composite view of Stony Point's key risk indicators:

Risk Factor	Value	Assessment
Water Compliance	1 EPA violations across 1 direct ZIP records	Recorded violations
Lead Risk	0.0108 mg/L	Moderate risk
Flood Risk	1% of claim-record ZIPs have A/V-family dominant recorded rated zones	Historical claims evidence
Radon	Zone 3 (Low)	Low risk
Air Quality	AQI 44 (Good)	Low risk

Cost to Fix: Remediation Breakdown

Estimated costs to address safety issues for a typical home in Stony Point:

Component	Estimated Cost
Filtration	$300
Pfas	$600
Total (low estimate)	$550
Total (mid estimate)	$900
Total (high estimate)	$1K

Cost ranges are estimates based on national averages and local data. Actual costs vary by property condition, contractor, and scope of work. Get 3 quotes before proceeding.

Stony Point vs. Nearby New York Cities

How Stony Point's overall risk compares to similar cities in New York:

City	Home Safety Grade	Flood Claims	Population
Stony Point	B	95	13,793
Highland	N/A	48	13,818
Harrison	N/A	856	13,822
Hartsdale	A	102	13,955

Homebuyer Safety Checklist for Stony Point

Before purchasing a home in Stony Point, New York, complete these checks:

Water Quality

Request the latest Consumer Confidence Report (CCR) from the water utility
Test tap water for lead, bacteria, and nitrates ($20-$50 for DIY kit)

Radon

Conduct a radon test ($15-$30 for short-term kit, $150-$300 for professional)

Flood Risk

Check the property's FEMA flood zone at msc.fema.gov
Ask about flood history and past insurance claims
Review the claims-only zone evidence: 1% of ZIPs with NFIP claim records have A/V-family dominant recorded rated zones. This does not replace an address-level FEMA map check.

Lead Paint & Pipes

For homes built before 1978: request lead paint disclosure
For homes built before 1986: inspect plumbing for lead solder and pipes
69% of Stony Point homes built before 1986 - pipe inspection recommended

General

Check for carbon monoxide detectors on every level
Inspect for visible mold, water stains, or musty odors
Verify the home's connection to a regulated public water system

Data Sources

Water quality: EPA SDWIS
Lead: EPA Lead and Copper Rule
Flood: FEMA NFIP
Radon: EPA Radon Zones
Air quality: EPA AirNow
Home values: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25077
Remediation costs: National cost model (EPA, Census, FEMA data)

Source reporting periods vary. See each cited source for its publication schedule.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Stony Point safe to buy a home?

Stony Point has a moderate risk rating (score: 83/100). Some factors like water quality or flood risk may warrant attention during the buying process.

What is the home safety score for Stony Point?

Stony Point has a Home Safety Score of 83 out of 100 under model 4.0.0, combining water compliance, PFAS, radon, and annual AQI with complete coverage.

How much does remediation cost in Stony Point?

The estimated average remediation cost for a typical home in Stony Point is $900. This includes potential costs for water filtration, lead abatement, radon mitigation, and flood-proofing based on local risk factors.

What is the equity trap ratio in Stony Point?

The equity trap ratio in Stony Point is 0.2%, which measures remediation costs as a percentage of median home value. This is low - remediation costs are a small fraction of home value.

Is radon a concern in Stony Point?

Stony Point is in EPA Radon Zone 3 (Low risk). This is a lower risk zone, but testing is still recommended when buying a home.

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