This original 1840 FARMHOUSE, expanded and meticulously maintained, on 40 prime acres is now available for the FIRST TIME in 44 Years! MAIN LIVING AREA features: open RENOVATED KITCHEN w/ HAND-CRAFTED CABINETS and GRANITE COUNTERTOPS; FAMILY ROOM and LIVING ROOM (each with its own VERMONT CASTING GAS FIREPLACE) and 200 YEAR-OLD BEAMS/WAINSCOTING DETAILS. A COMPLETELY SEPARATE APARTMENT, above the attached 2 BAY-CARRIAGE HOUSE, features 2 BEDROOMS, one FULL BATH and a second FULL KITCHEN. Formerly a DAIRY FARM, the property consists of MEADOWS/PASTURES and a large WOODLOT. The original MILK HOUSE and 2-SEATER PRIVY have been restored as conversation out-buildings. A large STORAGE BARN w/ covered PATIO and SCREENED-IN GAZEBO both offer a PRIVATE spot for entertaining w/ VALLEY/MOUNTAIN VIEWS.
Single-familyProperty Type
1846Year Built
40 acresLot Size
$238Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listing by Carol Spinelli• Coldwell Banker Timberland Properties
•845-586-3321 (broker)
•info@timberlandproperties.net (broker)
Listing by William Miller• Coldwell Banker Timberland Properties
Listing by Cooperstown Brokers, LLC, (607) 435-9288
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Sale history for 245 Fred Ottaway Rd
Date
Event
Price
HVCRMLS #20153735
Aug 14, 2016
Sold
$299,000
$121/sq ft
Jul 29, 2015
Listed
$329,000
$133/sq ft
Located just 7 miles from Cooperstown, this original 1840 FARMHOUSE, carefully expanded and meticulously maintained . . . on 40 prime acres with dramatic long views of Cherry Valley . . . is now available for the FIRST TIME in 44 Years! The MAIN LIVING AREA features 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, open RENOVATED KITCHEN with HAND-CRAFTED CABINETS and GRANITE COUNTERTOP, DINING AREA with large VIEW WINDOWS . . . plus FAMILY ROOM and LIVING ROOM (each with its own VERMONT CASTING GAS FIREPLACE) and authentic 200 YEAR-OLD BEAMS/WAINSCOTING DETAILS salvaged from the original barn. A COMPLETELY SEPARATE APARTMENT, above the attached 2 BAY-CARRIAGE HOUSE, features 2 BEDROOMS, one FULL BATH and a second FULL KITCHEN . . . an ideal arrangement for hosting extended family or friends. OR . . . put the apartment to work as a DREAMS PARK RENTAL and COVER ALL OPERATING COSTS! Formerly a DAIRY FARM, the property consists of gently rolling MEADOWS/PASTURES and WOODLOT. Plus there is another POTENTIAL HOME SITE with separate deeded R. O. W for private driveway! The original MILK HOUSE and 2-SEATER PRIVY have been restored as "conversation" out-buildings. A large STORAGE BARN with covered PATIO and new SCREENED-IN GAZEBO both offer a PRIVATE spot for entertaining with GORGEOUS VALLEY/MOUNTAIN VIEWS. There is located nearby a privately owned, public-use ONE-RUNWAY GRASS AIR STRIP. FENTON's FARM is a PICTURE-PERFECT, QUINTESENTIAL HOMESTEAD . . . ready for year-round living . . . or QUIET REFUGE for WEEKEND ESCAPES. The property has a PREMIER LOCATION: just a few miles from COOPERSTOWN, DREAMS PARK and OMMEGANG BREWERY.
UNYREIS #OD96228
Aug 8, 2016
Sold
$299,000
$121/sq ft
Aug 18, 2014
Listed
$329,000
$133/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$4,272 (+2.0%)
$11,700 + $113,100
$124,800
2025
$4,187 (−41.9%)
$11,700 + $113,100
$124,800
2024
$7,210 (+86.8%)
$11,700 + $113,100
$124,800
2023
$3,860 (+2.9%)
$11,700 + $113,100
$124,800
2022
$3,751 (−3.0%)
$11,700 + $113,100
$124,800
2021
$3,866 (+3.5%)
$11,700 + $113,100
$124,800
2020
$3,736 (−1.4%)
$11,700 + $113,100
$124,800
2019
$3,789 (+5.7%)
$11,700 + $113,100
$124,800
2018
$3,584 (+6.2%)
$11,700 + $113,100
$124,800
2017
$3,374 (+29.6%)
$11,700 + $113,100
$124,800
2016
$2,603
$11,700 + $113,100
$124,800
2015
$2,603 (+2.9%)
$11,700 + $113,100
$124,800
2014
$2,529
$11,700 + $113,100
$124,800
Tax history for 245 Fred Ottaway Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$4,272 (+2.0%)
$11,700 + $113,100
$124,800
2025
$4,187 (−41.9%)
$11,700 + $113,100
$124,800
2024
$7,210 (+86.8%)
$11,700 + $113,100
$124,800
2023
$3,860 (+2.9%)
$11,700 + $113,100
$124,800
2022
$3,751 (−3.0%)
$11,700 + $113,100
$124,800
2021
$3,866 (+3.5%)
$11,700 + $113,100
$124,800
2020
$3,736 (−1.4%)
$11,700 + $113,100
$124,800
2019
$3,789 (+5.7%)
$11,700 + $113,100
$124,800
2018
$3,584 (+6.2%)
$11,700 + $113,100
$124,800
2017
$3,374 (+29.6%)
$11,700 + $113,100
$124,800
2016
$2,603
$11,700 + $113,100
$124,800
2015
$2,603 (+2.9%)
$11,700 + $113,100
$124,800
2014
$2,529
$11,700 + $113,100
$124,800
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
5
Baths
2
Stories
1.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
3.65 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,478
Year built
1840
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Otsego County
APN
363889A16300000010370000000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Nov 4, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Garage/Carport Information
Has Garage
Has Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking
Features: Attached, Garage
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 3
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
Room Information
Has Basement
Basement Information: Full
Room 1 Information
Living Room
Level: First
Room 2 Information
Dining Room
Level: First
Room 3 Information
Bedroom 2
Level: Second
Room 4 Information
Bedroom 3
Level: Second
Room 5 Information
Family Room
Level: First
Room 6 Information
Bedroom 1
Level: Second
Room 7 Information
Kitchen
Level: First
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 2
Equipment
Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
Interior Features
Flooring: Hardwood, Varies
Exterior
Building Information
Roof Details: Asphalt, Shingle
Construction Details: Frame, See Remarks
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Patio
Patio And Porch Features: Open, Patio, Porch
Other Structures: Guest House
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 40
Lot Size Acres: 40
Property Information
Foundation Details: Stone
Financial
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $4,780
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Septic Tank
Water Source: Well
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Propane, Baseboard
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,478
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 3.65 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1840
Year Renovated: —
County: Otsego County
APN: 363889A16300000010370000000
Home facts updated by county records on Nov 4, 2026
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Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Milford Central School
Public PreK-12 • Assigned • 4.1mi
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1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
1/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 91° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
1% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
1/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$558,000 – $676,000
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