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Address
498 Main Street, Sterling, NY
Price
$ 599,000
Property Attributes
- MLS#S1685368
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountyCAYUGA
- CitySterling
- AreaFair Haven-Village
- NeighborhoodCottage Farm Prop
- Zip13156
- StyleColonial
- Year Built1880
- Taxes$ 8224
- Price$ 599,000
- Bedrooms4
- Full Bathrooms2
- Half Bathrooms1
- Sqr Footage3200
- Lot Size1.1731 Acres
Data Source:
Central New York Information Services (CNYIS)
Property Description
WELCOME! YOU WILL FALL IN LOVE THE MOMENT YOU ARRIVE BY THE LOVELY SETTING; YOU WILL ALSO APPRECIATE HOW WELL THIS HOME HAS BEEN CARED FOR BY THE OWNERS...THEY HAVE TRULY TAKEN PRIDE IN EVERY DETAIL. FROM THE WRAP AROUND FRONT PORCH YOU HAVE A BEAUTIFUL VIEW.... WHAT A GREAT PLACE TO VISIT WITH GUESTS. AS YOU ENTER THE HOME, YOU WILL BE GREETED BY A SPACIOUS FOYER...CONTINUE ON INTO THE PARLOR THAT IS SIMPLY BREATHTAKING WITH GLEAMING HARDWOOD FLOORS WITH CUSTOM INLAY AND A COZY WOODSTOVE FOR THOSE CHILLY NIGHTS. THE HEART OF THE HOME, THE KITCHEN, OFFERS KRAFTMAID SHAKER-STYLE CABINETRY, NEWER APPLIANCES, A BREAKFAST BAR AND GRANITE COUNTERS. JUST AROUND THE CORNER IS AN EXCELLENT PANTRY AND A CLEANING CLOSET ALONG WITH A TWO-PERSON SAUNA AND A HALF BATH FOR ADDED CONVENIENCE. ALSO ON THIS LEVEL IS A HOME OFFICE AND AN AREA TO CONVERSE WITH CLIENTS SHOULD YOU HAVE A HOME BUSINESS, SPA SERVICES OR ANY OTHER PROFESSIONAL INTERESTS. THERE ARE TWO STAIRCASES THAT LEAD TO THE SECOND LEVEL - ONE LEADING TO THE STEP DOWN MAIN BEDROOM SUITE, COMPLETE WITH A SITTING AREA THAT DOUBLES AS A 2ND LIVING ROOM, PLENTY OF CLOSET SPACE AND A VAULTED BEAM CEILING. THE BATHROOMS HAVE BEEN FULLY UPDATED WITH ONE ADORNED IN MARBLE AND THE OTHER WITH TASTEFUL CHERRY CABINETRY. ALSO ON THIS LEVEL ARE THREE ADDITIONAL SPACIOUS BEDROOMS ALONG WITH A 2ND FLOOR LAUNDRY FOR ADDED CONVENIENCE. THE MECHANICALS OF THE HOME HAVE BEEN UPDATED AND INCLUDE 4 MINI-SPLIT UNITS FOR CONTROLLED ZONED COOLING AND AN UPDATED HIGH EFFICIENCY BOILER. ALSO, THE OWNER HAS ADDED SOLAR PANELS TO ASSURE AFFORDABILITY IN THE FUTURE! STEP OUTSIDE AND YOU WILL APPRECIATE THE LANDSCAPING THAT SURROUNDS, THE PAVED PARKING AND THE MAINTENANCE FREE VINYL SIDING. HAVE NEED FOR A STUDIO OR AN IN-LAW APARTMENT?? THE 24X32 GARAGE HAS A FULL FINISHED 2ND STORY, (PREVIOUSLY USED AS A YOGA STUDIO), HARDWOOD FLOORS AND IS HEATED AND COOLED. THE HOME IS ALSO ZONED RESIDENTIAL WITH COMMERCIAL USE SHOULD YOU HAVE A HOME BUSINESS! A WHOLE HOUSE GENERATOR AND AN UPDATED ARCHITECTURAL SHINGLED ROOF COMPLETE THIS AMAZING FIND!
| Elementary School | Middle School | High School |
|---|---|---|
| Margaret W Cuyler Elementary | Red Creek Middle | Red Creek High |
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 6/1/2026 | Listed $625,000 |
| 7/13/2026 | 5$599,000 |
General Features
| Sewer | Connected |
|---|---|
| Heating | Ductless,Propane,Solar,Zoned,Baseboard,HotWater |
| Cooling | Ductless,Zoned,CentralAir |
| Utilities | CableAvailable,HighSpeedInternetAvailable,SewerConnected,WaterConnected |
| Possession | CloseOfEscrow |
| Roof | Architectural,Shingle |
| Appliances | Dryer,Dishwasher,GasOven,GasRange,PropaneWaterHeater,Refrigerator,Washer,WaterSoftenerOwned |
| Garage Spaces | 2.0 |
| Patio/Porch Features | Covered,Deck,Porch |
| Architectural Style | Colonial |
| Construction Materials | BlownInInsulation,VinylSiding |
| School District | Red Creek |
| Year Built | 1880 |
| Stories Count | 2 |
| Township | Fair Haven-Village |
| Levels | Two |
| Property Subtype | SingleFamilyResidence |
| County | Cayuga |
| Property Type | Residential |
| Attached Garage | No |
| Subdivision Name | Cottage Farm Prop |
| Garage Y/N | Yes |
| Other Structures | Sheds,Storage |
| Total Rooms | 13 |
| Full Baths | 2 |
| Status | Active |
| High School | Red Creek High |
| City | Sterling |
| Senior Community Y/N | No |
| High School District | Red Creek |
| MLS Area | Fair Haven-Village-055601 |
| Lot Size Units | Acres |
| Elementary School | Margaret W Cuyler Elementary |
| Year Built Details | Existing |
| Tax Annual Amount | 8224.0 |
| Middle/Junior High School | Red Creek Middle |
| Property Condition | Resale |
| Virtual Tour | https://www.propertypanorama.com/instaview/syr/S1685368 |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Middle/Junior School District | Red Creek |
| Elementary School District | Red Creek |
| Tax Assessed Value | 399900 |
| TaxOtherAnnualAssessmentAmount | 0.0 |
| Virtual Tour | https://www.propertypanorama.com/instaview-tour/syr/S1685368 |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | Attic,BreakfastBar,Den,SeparateFormalDiningRoom,EntranceFoyer,EatInKitchen,SeparateFormalLivingRoom,GraniteCounters,KitchenIsland,Pantry,SeeRemarks,Sauna,NaturalWoodwork,ConvertibleBedroom,InLawFloor |
|---|---|
| Basement | ExteriorEntry,Partial,WalkUpAccess,SumpPump |
| Flooring | CeramicTile,Hardwood,Marble,Varies |
| Total Fireplaces | 1 |
| Total Stories | 2 |
| Basement (Y/N) | Yes |
| Air Conditioning Y/N | Yes |
| Heating Y/N | Yes |
| Window Features | LeadedGlass,ThermalWindows |
| Fireplace Y/N | Yes |
| Half Baths | 1 |
| Laundry Features | UpperLevel |
| Total Bedrooms | 4 |
| Main Level Bathrooms | 1 |
| Total Baths | 3 |
Exterior Features
| Exterior Amenities | BlacktopDriveway,Deck |
|---|---|
| Parking Features | Detached,Garage,Storage,GarageDoorOpener |
| Lot Features | CornerLot,Rectangular,RectangularLot |
| Water Source | Connected,Public |
| Lot Size Area | 1.1731 |
| Foundation Details | Stone |
| Building Area Total | 3200.0 |
| Lot Dimensions | 246X208 |
| Lot Size Acres | 1.1731 |
| Waterfront Y/N | No |
| Other Equipment | Generator |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
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