About Our West Sand Lake Office Nestled in the southwestern corner of Rensselaer County, Sand Lake is a proud community in New York's Capital District Region—a 15-minute drive from downtown Albany. With a population of just over 10,000, the town of Sand Lake enjoys a comfortable, community feel among the residents of the three hamlets of Averill Park, Sand Lake, and West Sand Lake. Route 43 is the current and historical backbone of the municipality. If you are thinking about making a move to this neck of the woods, get additional community information about West Sand Lake , or start shopping for your dream home now . Are you ready to start your real estate journey? Contact our West Sand Lake, NY real estate agency —we will lead the way!