c.1890 New York Handyman Special W/French Doors and Hardwoods $59K

If interested in a property, pleases contact the realtor whose link is provided in the post below, or contact an agent of your own choosing. Independent verification of details and status is recommended. 

-Contact Realtor: Jesse Buck

-Google Maps 

–Niche

The Pros

• Affordable Housing: Real estate is significantly lower than the national median. You can find charming, historic mid-19th to early-20th-century homes (like Victorians and bungalows) at a fraction of the cost found in major metro areas.

   

• Safe, Family-Friendly Atmosphere: Waverly boasts low crime rates and a strong sense of community where neighbors look out for one another. It’s widely regarded as a secure place to raise children or retire.

   

• Great Local Parks & Outdoor Access: The village features lovely spots like Waverly Glen Park (complete with a waterfall, trails, and reservoirs for fishing) and sits right next to the massive 500-acre Two Rivers State Park Recreation Area for hiking, biking, and cross-country skiing.

   

• Decent Local Schools: The Waverly Central School District (particularly the high school) is generally well-regarded for the area, offering solid athletics and dual-enrollment college credit options.

   

• Convenient Border Location: Being right on the PA line gives residents easy access to cross-border shopping, services, and the broader-reaching highways.

The Cons

• Limited Local Economy and Jobs: Like many rural-suburban Upstate towns, high-paying career opportunities directly within the village are sparse. Many residents commute to nearby regional hubs (such as Elmira or Corning, NY, or Sayre/Athens, PA) for work.

• Fewer Entertainment & Dining Options: Local shopping is mostly restricted to mom-and-pop shops on Broad Street and basic essentials. For major shopping, diverse restaurant chains, movie theaters, or cultural events, you’ll need to travel outside the village.

   

• Upstate Winters: Winters bring cold temperatures, gray skies, and notable snow accumulation, requiring regular maintenance and winter driving readiness.

• Quiet/Isolated Nightlife: For younger adults or those accustomed to a bustling city or suburban nightlife scene, the pace can feel quite slow, quiet, and limited.