Charming country cottage nestled on 39 acres on a quiet, peaceful country road. Restored to highlight features which incl: wide plank floors, original millwork, doors & hardware, fam rm w/woodstove, exposed beams, built-ins, 1st fl master w/full bath, updated kitchen, fenced yard & deck. Also 2 large barns w/wells & elec, paddock & run-in shed, 1-car garage, walk out basement, perennial gardens, stone & picket fencing, woods, pasture and stream. Outdoor boiler can be reconnected for use. Excellent Condition
Single-familyProperty Type
1860Year Built
39.09 acresLot Size
$261Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listing by Sarah Hislop• Four Seasons Sothebys International Realty
Wonderful 39acre mini farm on a quiet country road .This farm has been well maintained needing nothing but you and animals . 28 acres of timber, the rest fields and pastures, 2 large barns,streams .Home has exposed beams with great country charm ,wide plank floors thru out, fireplaces on both floors.,stainless appliances., hot tub incl,generator too .amazing views and just peaceful country -- Excellent Condition, Special Assessment Description: Estimated
Global MLS #125258
Jul 21, 2014
Sold
$283,000
$157/sq ft
May 4, 2014
Listed
$285,000
$158/sq ft
Wonderful 39acre mini farm on a quiet country road 2 barns sizes 30x40and 36x46with an extension 14x32.This farm has been maintaned to perfection. 28 acres of timber, 12 acres of pastures and smaller barn/garage ,streams .Home has exposed beams ,wide plank floors thru out, fireplace,stainless appliances., hot tub &generator included.amazing views of peacefull country .
Public Records
Oct 18, 2005
Sold
$343,000
$190/sq ft
Global MLS #86708
Aug 19, 2005
Sold
$343,000
$190/sq ft
May 8, 2005
Listed
$364,900
$202/sq ft
Global MLS #25107992
Aug 23, 2005
Sold
$343,000
$190/sq ft
May 8, 2005
Listed
$364,900
$202/sq ft
Global MLS #85359
May 4, 2005
Listing Removed
—
Dec 6, 2004
Listed
$375,444
$208/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 7, 2001
Sold
$235,000
$130/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 24, 1999
Sold
$75,000
$42/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$7,463 (−13.0%)
$129,000 + $170,800
$299,800
2025
$8,582 (+9.6%)
$129,000 + $170,800
$299,800
2024
$7,830 (+4.3%)
$129,000 + $170,800
$299,800
2023
$7,505 (+1.4%)
$129,000 + $170,800
$299,800
2022
$7,398 (−8.8%)
$129,000 + $170,800
$299,800
2021
$8,115 (−0.4%)
$129,000 + $170,800
$299,800
2020
$8,144 (+4.4%)
$129,000 + $170,800
$299,800
2019
$7,801 (+3.5%)
$116,800 + $163,200
$280,000
2018
$7,535 (−1.3%)
$116,800 + $163,200
$280,000
2017
$7,633 (+3.3%)
$116,800 + $163,200
$280,000
2016
$7,390 (−1.7%)
$116,800 + $163,200
$280,000
2015
$7,519 (+5.3%)
$116,800 + $163,200
$280,000
2014
$7,141
$116,800 + $163,200
$280,000
Tax history for 288 Gilchrist Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$7,463 (−13.0%)
$129,000 + $170,800
$299,800
2025
$8,582 (+9.6%)
$129,000 + $170,800
$299,800
2024
$7,830 (+4.3%)
$129,000 + $170,800
$299,800
2023
$7,505 (+1.4%)
$129,000 + $170,800
$299,800
2022
$7,398 (−8.8%)
$129,000 + $170,800
$299,800
2021
$8,115 (−0.4%)
$129,000 + $170,800
$299,800
2020
$8,144 (+4.4%)
$129,000 + $170,800
$299,800
2019
$7,801 (+3.5%)
$116,800 + $163,200
$280,000
2018
$7,535 (−1.3%)
$116,800 + $163,200
$280,000
2017
$7,633 (+3.3%)
$116,800 + $163,200
$280,000
2016
$7,390 (−1.7%)
$116,800 + $163,200
$280,000
2015
$7,519 (+5.3%)
$116,800 + $163,200
$280,000
2014
$7,141
$116,800 + $163,200
$280,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
1.5
Stories
1.7
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
39.09 Acres
Year renovated
1970
Sq. Ft.
1,805
Year built
1860
Style
Vacant Land
County
Washington County
APN
534000A17500000010260000000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 28, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
# of Parking Total: 6
Parking Features: Off Street, Detached
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
# of Bathrooms (Total Integer): 2
Room 1 Information
Type: Full Bathroom
Level: First
Room 2 Information
Type: Bedroom
Level: First
Basement Information
Basement: Full, Partial
Laundry Features
Laundry Features: In Basement
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Wood Burning Stove, Family Room
Interior Features
# of Rooms Total: 2
Interior Features: Paddle Fan, Built-in Features
Appliances: Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Water Softener
Door Features: Sliding Doors
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck
Roof: Slate
Fencing: Fenced
Exterior Features: Barn, Garden
Other Structures: Outbuilding, Shed(s), Barn(s)
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Living Area: 1,805
Below Grade Finished Area: 400
Construction Materials: Clapboard
Lot Information
Lot Size Acres: 39.09
Lot Size Square Feet: 1,702,760.4
Lot Features: Rolling Slope, Level, Private, Sloped, Views, Wooded, Cleared, Landscaped
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $7,141
Tax Annual Amount: $7,141
Financial Details: General Taxes: $3,173
Financial Details: School Taxes: $3,968
Utilities
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Other, Hot Water, Oil, Radiant, Wood, See Remarks
Utility Information
Sewer: Septic Tank
Water Source: Other, See Remarks
Location
School Information
School District: Salem
Location Information
Directions: RT 29E TO RT 40N, PASS ARGYLE SCHOOL, RIGHT ON MCEACHRON HILL RD, LEFT ON CO RT 47, LEFT ON TO GILCHRIST RD, HOUSE ON RIGHT
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,805
Stories: 1.7
Lot Size: 39.09 acres
Style: Vacant Land
Year Built: 1860
Year Renovated: 1970
County: Washington County
APN: 534000A17500000010260000000
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 28, 2026
Other
Information fo Agents
Attribution Contact: 518.580.8500
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Salem Elementary School
Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 7.0mi
7/10
Salem High School
Public 7-12 • Assigned • 7.0mi
7/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
2/10 Fire Factor
0.00% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 93° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
3% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$449,000 – $543,000
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