c.1930 New York Cape Cod on 0.7 Acre Lot $167,500
OHU50K Notes $167,500
c.1930 New York Cape Cod on 0.7 Acre Lot. This fixer upper is cute as a button and would make a nice family home.
Realtor Comments
This attractive Cape Cod home features timeless character and generous living space, creating a warm and welcoming setting for everyday living. The inviting main level features a spacious living room highlighted by a fireplace, a formal dining room with beautiful hardwood floors, and a versatile bonus room ideal for a home office, playroom, craft room, or additional living area. The functional floor plan offers a seamless flow from the kitchen to the dining room, making everyday living and entertaining effortless. The home includes three bedrooms, featuring a convenient first-floor primary bedroom with an adjacent full bath. Upstairs, you’ll find two generously sized bedrooms ,one upstairs bedroom is a en-suite with it own bath room . The second Bedroom uses the family bathroom down the hall, providing comfort, privacy, and flexibility for family and guests. Enhancing the home’s versatility, the poured concrete basement was originally designed to accommodate a partial garage and could easily be restored to its intended use, offering valuable space for parking, storage, or a hobby workshop. Situated on an oversized lot, the property offers an abundance of outdoor space for recreation, gardening, entertaining, or simply relaxing and enjoying the surroundings. With just a little TLC and a few personal touches, this home offers an exciting opportunity to create a home that is tailored to your individual needs. Thoughtfully priced to reflect its potential, it provides the opportunity to build equity while enjoying all the character and space it has to offer.
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- Build date 1930
- Contact Realtor: Amy Shalton
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Pros
1. Beautiful Adirondack setting
- Surrounded by forests, mountains, rivers, and lakes.
- Close to hiking, fishing, kayaking, skiing, snowmobiling, and camping opportunities.
- Near attractions such as High Peaks Wilderness and Whiteface Mountain.
2. Access to Adirondack recreation
- Excellent location for outdoor enthusiasts.
- Short drives to many of the Adirondacks’ most popular destinations.
- Four-season recreation is a major draw.
3. Small-town atmosphere
- Quiet, low-traffic environment.
- Strong sense of community and local identity.
- Attractive to retirees and people seeking a slower pace of life.
4. Relatively affordable housing for the Adirondacks
- Housing is often cheaper than in tourism-heavy communities like Lake Placid.
- Potentially good value if you’re looking for mountain living without resort-town prices.
5. Low congestion and natural beauty
- Minimal traffic and urban noise.
- Scenic views are part of everyday life.
Cons
1. Limited job opportunities
- The local economy is small.
- Employment is concentrated in tourism, healthcare, education, local government, and small businesses.
- Many residents commute to nearby towns or work remotely.
2. Long winters
- Winters are cold, snowy, and lengthy.
- Snowfall can be substantial.
- Heating costs can be significant.
3. Limited shopping and services
- Major retail stores, specialized healthcare, and many services require trips to larger communities such as Plattsburgh.
- Dining and entertainment options are limited.
4. Rural isolation
- Some people love the remoteness; others find it restrictive.
- Travel times for errands, healthcare, and employment can be longer than expected.
5. Slower internet and infrastructure in some areas
- Service quality can vary depending on the exact location.
- Remote workers should verify internet availability before purchasing property.
6. Smaller healthcare network
- Basic care is available regionally, but specialized medical treatment often requires travel.
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