Massena Village

The beautiful village of Massena is the ideal place to retire if you’ve always dreamed of living in the middle of everything at once. Trust me, it won’t even matter if it is located on the northern border of the United States. From Massena, you will be able to receive close to half of the U.S. population and around 70 percent of the Canadian population, all in one day’s drive. The St. Lawrence River is probably the biggest dream a retired fisherman could have.

It is commonly known as the best fishing spot in the entire state. But truth be told, the beaches near the river, the campgrounds, and the boat launches and walking trains contribute to the charm. The percentage of the population over 65 years old is even higher here, reaching 20.5%, which means that many other retired folks love this place.

Massena Town

Massena is located up on the northern border, and it’s also home to the village that carries the same name. This town is known to be a close-knit community, boasting neighbors you will definitely remember, even if you don’t know their names.

It’s also filled with interesting shops and the most precious thing: locally owned restaurants with that friendly and family-like atmosphere you love so much. Living here brings a certain sense of comfort that you might have a hard time finding anywhere else—it’s like you’re living in a reality show town where everyone is the main character!