3/2 c.1900 New York Home W/ Formal Dining Room, Eat In Kitchen $59,900

$59,900

Brimming with character and solid bones, this 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath New York home is a blank canvas awaiting your personal touch. Highlighted by generous living spaces, an eat-in kitchen, a formal dining room, and main-floor laundry, it offers both classic charm and everyday convenience—all just moments from local shops and amenities.

Realtor Comments

Looking for your next fall or winter project? Look no further! Outside, you’ll find a partially fenced yard with shed and the garage access from the rear side street. Whether you’re an investor or a buyer looking to create your dream home, this property is full of possibilities. Being sold as-is.

3bd
1.5ba
1,392sqft
5,663sqft lot
Circa 1900

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304 Expense St, Rome, NY 13440

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The Pros

Highly Affordable Real Estate: Housing costs in Rome sit significantly lower than national and New York State averages. It is one of the most budget-friendly places in the region to buy a home, making homeownership accessible for first-time buyers, families, and retirees.
Emerging Tech & Defense Job Base: The former Griffiss Air Force Base has transformed into the Griffiss Business and Technology Park. It hosts key employers like the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL), DFAS (Defense Finance and Accounting Service), BAE Systems, and various tech startups, bringing stable engineering and federal government jobs to the area.
Exceptional Outdoor Access: Rome sits right at the doorstep of the Adirondacks. Local outdoor highlights include Delta Lake State Park (boating, swimming, camping), Woods Valley Ski Area, the Mohawk River Trail, and nearby access to hiking and fishing.
Rich Historic & Cultural Landmarks: Fort Stanwix National Monument sits in the center of the city, offering living history events. The historic Rome Capitol Theatre and local community centers provide a steady schedule of plays, classic movies, and arts events.
Minimal Traffic & Central Location: The average commute in Rome is under 20 minutes. It sits conveniently along Route 49 and I-90 (NYS Thruway), placing Utica just 15 minutes away and Syracuse under an hour away.

The Cons

Harsh, Snow-Heavy Winters: Located in Upstate New York’s lake-effect snow belt, Rome receives nearly 100 inches of snow annually alongside long, cold winters. Heating costs in the winter can be high, and road conditions require winter preparedness.
High New York Tax Burden: While initial home purchase prices are low, local property taxes and New York State income/sales taxes are relatively steep compared to national benchmarks.
Post-Industrial Neighborhood Dynamics: Like many Central New York manufacturing towns, parts of Rome suffer from aging housing infrastructure, abandoned industrial sites (brownfields), and patchy sidewalk maintenance during winter months. Neighborhood quality can vary noticeably block-to-block.
Limited Dining & Nightlife Options: Nightlife and upscale dining within city limits are sparse. Residents frequently travel to nearby Utica or New Hartford for expanded restaurant variety, shopping, and entertainment.
Economic Contrast Outside Tech Sectors: While the tech/defense hub at Griffiss is thriving, job opportunities outside of federal work, defense, and healthcare can be limited, leading to stagnant median wage growth across the general civilian workforce.