Living in a small town in beautiful Schoharie County! Welcome to 189 Church Street in the hamlet of Howes Cave. This charming 3 bedroom, 2 full bath 1560 sq. ft. two story has been thoughtfully updated perfect for relaxing at home or entertaining friends. Large new deck, a brand new second floor bedroom and new bath that is a great private space for a office, bedroom, or in-law. A completely fenced in back yard is perfect to corral the kids or the pups. Room for great gardens! Covered rear porch. Detached garage for the car or workshop. Great space for the fire pit and star gazing the beautiful country night sky. Easy access to Albany with a 3 minute drive to the I-88 on ramp. If you are looking for a home that blends comfort, updates, privacy, and convenience, this one is a must-see. Schedule your showing today and experience the charm of 189 Church Street for yourself!
Single-familyProperty Type
1949Year Built
0.3 acresLot Size
$173Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listing by Scot Wentworth• United Country Real Estate New York Living
Priced to sell. This cozy cottage style home is larger than it looks with a walk up attic and a full basement. Two bedrooms and a great sunroom/office on the first floor. The 3rd bedroom was converted to make a larger bathroom and first floor laundry room. The walk up attic would be a great space for another bedroom. Detached garage and shed for additional storage. All flat property with plenty of room for toys, firepit, garden, etc. Young driveway just resealed. Metal roof on house and garage replaced in 2011. Most windows replaced, oil heat and a wood burning stove to help with heating costs. Municipal water. Septic but with possibility to tie into municipal sewer. Schoharie schools, taxes reflect basic star exemption.
Public Records
Jul 3, 2013
Sold
$59,410
$38/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$3,545
$10,000 + $75,000
$85,000
2025
$3,545 (+4.2%)
$10,000 + $75,000
$85,000
2024
$3,401 (+1.7%)
$10,000 + $75,000
$85,000
2023
$3,345 (−0.6%)
$5,900 + $79,100
$85,000
2022
$3,367 (−0.6%)
$5,900 + $79,100
$85,000
2021
$3,386 (+21.1%)
$5,900 + $79,100
$85,000
2020
$2,796 (+1.6%)
$5,900 + $79,100
$85,000
2019
$2,752 (−0.6%)
$5,900 + $79,100
$85,000
2018
$2,770 (+0.5%)
$5,900 + $79,100
$85,000
2017
$2,755 (−1.8%)
$5,900 + $79,100
$85,000
2016
$2,806 (+3.1%)
$5,900 + $79,100
$85,000
2015
$2,722 (+2.4%)
$5,900 + $79,100
$85,000
2014
$2,659
$5,900 + $79,100
$85,000
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
60 ft.
Lot depth
203 ft.
Lot size
0.3 Acres
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,260
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,260
Year built
1949
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Schoharie County
APN
434289A04700400040010000000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 4, 2026.
Climate risks
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
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 95° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
3% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
1/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years
Provided by First Street
Historical weather
Howes Cave, NY • 12092
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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46
32
32
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Sun exposure
87/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.3 hrs
6.7 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Redfin Estimate for 189 Church St
$264,071
$5,829 under list price of $270K
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