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5 Upstate New York Homes and a Ready-to-Build Lot

By Awais Manzoor

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Spaces that can evolve with the way people live and work today. In Horseheads, generous square footage pairs with substantial garage and workshop capacity. Stamford offers a circa-1920 carriage house on acreage with a sense of local history. Troy presents a large-bedroom home near parks and community amenities, updated for modern needs. Philmont’s former medical office invites creative conversion, while Chester provides a cleared, utility-ready lot in a mature subdivision.

709 Watkins Road | $425,000

709 Watkins Road, Horseheads, NY 14845
709 Watkins Road, Horseheads, NY 14845
signatureproperties
LISTING AGENT:
Signature Properties

Set on 1.46 acres in Horseheads, this spacious residence balances everyday comfort with remarkable flexibility for work and play. Inside, a bright, open-concept kitchen, dining, and living area is framed by large windows, hardwood floors, and upgraded appliances, while beautiful wood details add warmth throughout. Two first-floor bedrooms and a full bath support easy main-level living, complemented by a generous mudroom/laundry room. A separate family room with a fireplace and an adjoining sunroom creates an inviting rhythm for relaxing or hosting. Upstairs, three additional bedrooms include a private primary suite with its own half bath and two large walk-in closets, plus a second full bath. Outdoors, a composite deck overlooks a koi pond, hot tub, firepit, and above-ground pool—an easy setting for unhurried afternoons. Two driveways and extensive garage/workshop space round out the lifestyle.

Price:
$425,000
Size:
4,570 sq ft
Contact:
Signature Properties, Signature Properties, 607.796.9817

Prominent Local Estate | $399,000

8 Van Dyke Ave, Stamford, NY 12167
8 Van Dyke Ave, Stamford, NY 12167
benholscher
LISTING AGENT:
Ben Holscher

Set on 2.4 acres in the quaint Village of Stamford, this circa-1920 carriage house began as an outbuilding for a prominent local estate and now reads as a thoughtful residential conversion. Enter through the original carriage house doors to a space that nods to its working past while embracing the comfort and aesthetic touches of modernity. Offered fully furnished and turn-key, it has been positioned for use as a primary residence, second home, or short-term rental, with a history as an STR. At its center, the great room is defined by spacious 10-foot ceilings and a truly open concept—kitchen, dining, and living areas each feel distinct, yet remain connected without walls between. Designed for the carriages of yesteryear, it suits today’s easy, communal gatherings with equal grace.

Size:
2,108 sq ft
Contact:
Ben Holscher, The Holscher Group, 607.376.7505

220 5th Avenue | $360,000

220 5th Avenue, Troy, NY 12180
220 5th Avenue, Troy, NY 12180
jeanhoward
LISTING AGENT:
Jean Howard

On 5th Avenue in Troy, this residential offering is shaped for flexible, real-life living. Large bedrooms give everyone room to spread out, while new windows and a series of recent upgrades add day-to-day ease. The main bathroom has been newly updated, and practical improvements include a radon system and an upgraded electric system—behind-the-scenes work that matters. The layout also hints at possibility: once configured with an in-law apartment, it could be reestablished for multigenerational living or whatever your plans require. With transportation, houses of worship, parks, a swimming pool, and an ice rink nearby, the setting supports an active routine and easy connections. It’s a home that invites both togetherness and independence, ready to adapt as life changes.

Price:
$360,000
Size:
2,712 sq ft
Contact:
Jean Howard, Re/Max Solutions, 518-894-2978

11 Elm Street | $359,000

11 Elm Street, Philmont, NY 12565
11 Elm Street, Philmont, NY 12565
heatherdavala
LISTING AGENT:
Heather Davala

On Elm Street in Philmont, this highly adaptable building is currently configured as a medical office, yet its truss construction makes the interior layout notably flexible for efficient, cost-effective reconfiguration. Inside, a spacious reception area and waiting room set an orderly tone, followed by multiple exam rooms with private baths, dedicated office spaces, a lab room, and a kitchen—an arrangement that naturally supports both client-facing and behind-the-scenes work. A full basement adds valuable storage, keeping daily operations streamlined. Off-street parking for 12 cars is complemented by a public parking area within walking distance when more capacity is needed. For buyers thinking beyond commercial use, the property also presents a compelling opportunity for conversion into a one- or two-family home, ready to evolve around the way you want to live or work.

Price:
$359,000
Size:
2,461 sq ft
Contact:
Heather Davala, Davala Real Estate, 518.605.6380

Build Your Private Dream Retreat | $350,000

Odyssey Dr, Chester, NY 10918
Odyssey Dr, Chester, NY 10918
teripowers
LISTING AGENT:
Teri Powers

Tucked into the valley on Odyssey Drive in Chester, this very private homesite sits within a mature subdivision of large homes. The lot has already been cleared, with a driveway base laid down and underground utilities installed at the driveway entry—thoughtful groundwork that helps bring future plans into focus. Along the tree line, a small amount of brush-clearing can open up views toward the valley and surrounding watershed lands, adding a quieter sense of horizon to the setting. When you want to step out beyond the property, you’re close to SugarLoaf Artisan Hamlet, Warwick’s Main St shops and restaurants, area artisan studios, LegoLand, and local amenities and shopping. It’s a place that balances seclusion with easy access, where weekends can shift from woodland calm to small-town browsing in a single drive.

Size: 5.00 acres

Price:
$350,000
Contact:
Teri Powers, Keller Williams Realty, 845.258.8312