3/1 c.1900 New York Home W/Views $47K

OHU50K Notes $47,000

c.1900 New York Home W/Views. This home requires some sweat equity. The location could not be any better. Walk downtown where there is a grocery store, dining and shopping.

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Realtor Comments

Motivated seller! Excellent location, within walking distance to Market St and downtown. Value-add opportunity in Corning! Priced at $47,000, approximately half of market value, this property offers significant potential for an investor, contractor, or buyer ready to restore and customize a home. Best suited as a single-family home. The upper-level features 3 bedrooms, a full bath with tub/shower, a separate laundry room with newer washer and dryer, and a kitchen equipped with stainless-steel appliances. The lower level sustained fire damage in October 2024 and has been gutted to the rafters. The fire also damaged the heating systems and electrical panels, serving both levels. The property is ready for renovation and is being sold in its current condition. Appliances sold in as-is condition. Major exterior improvements completed in 2019 include vinyl siding, a heavy-duty wrap-around porch, fresh stain, and a tin porch roof. With the proper repairs, permits, inspections, and compliance with applicable city code requirements, the property offers lots of potential. Buyer to verify all zoning, code, permit, and use requirements. Being sold as-is.

3 beds
1 bath
2,260 sqft
4,199 sqft lot
Build date 1900

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277 Sunset Dr, Corning, NY 14830 $47,000

Contact Realtor: Michelle Simmons
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Pros

Vibrant Arts & Culture: Home to the world-renowned Corning Museum of Glass and the Smithsonian-affiliated Rockwell Museum, alongside a walkable, historic downtown (the Gaffer District) packed with local shops, galleries, and restaurants.

Strong Local Economy & STEM Presence: Anchored by Fortune 500 company Corning Inc., which brings a well-educated population of scientists, engineers, and researchers to the area.

Quality Education: Features well-rated public schools in the Corning-Painted Post Area School District (such as Corning-Painted Post High School).

Outdoor & Natural Access: Positioned right next to the Finger Lakes wine country, regional state parks (like Watkins Glen), local riverfront trails, and nature preserves.

Affordable Housing (Relatively): Median home values are around $158,400, offering a lower cost of entry for real estate compared to major metro areas, though finding the right home can still be competitive.

Low Violent Crime Rate: Violent crime rates sit well below the national average.

Cons

Harsh Winters & Gloomy Weather: Like much of Upstate New York, Corning experiences long, cold, snowy winters, plus gray and overcast skies during the gloomier seasonal months.

Isolated Location & Limited Major Entertainment: The small-town setting (population around 10,600) means large concerts, major league sporting events, or extensive big-city nightlife require traveling to larger hubs.

Limited Job Diversity Outside Major Employers: High-paying or specialized career growth outside of Corning Inc., local medical/hospital systems, and a handful of primary institutions can be hard to find.

High Local Taxes & Aging Housing Stock: Property taxes in New York state are notoriously high, and older homes in the area often require significant updates to electrical, plumbing, insulation, or foundations.

Porch featured at 277 Sunset Dr, Corning, NY, 14830