Approximately 50 acres of woods, previous fields and open ground create a landscape ready for fresh ideas in Nichols, NY. Spanning both sides of a rural road just north of the Pennsylvania line, the property carries the unmistakable character of a former farm. Fields once worked and maintained have softened with time, giving way to young growth, brushy edges and scattered openings framed by oak, maple and mixed softwoods. Beneath that natural succession remains a landscape with structure—ground that could be reclaimed, reshaped and put back to work. The north parcel holds much of the acreage, with an established access road winding well into the property and providing a strong foundation for future improvements. Hardwood stands transition into thicker cover and small woodland openings, creating a varied setting for recreation, habitat work, trails, food plots or renewed agricultural use. With some clearing and thoughtful management, the property has the ingredients to evolve dramatically. Across the road, the farmhouse offers another opportunity for transformation. The home needs substantial renovation, but its solid bones provide a starting point for someone willing to roll up their sleeves and restore a country home surrounded by acreage. A second house on the north side is considered a teardown, with an existing well and possible septic system that could prove useful depending on future plans and verification. Reclaim the fields. Open the woods. Restore the farmhouse. Build trails, manage habitat or explore a new direction for the land. Approximately 50 acres, existing access and infrastructure provide the raw materials; imagination and effort can shape what comes next.
Single-familyProperty Type
1870Year Built
50.04 acresLot Size
$55Price/Sq.Ft.
Listing by Timothy Kent• Whitetail Properties Real Estate, LLC
•217-285-9000 (broker)
•kirk.gilbert@whitetailproperties.com (broker)
Listing by Heather Kent• Whitetail Properties Real Estate, LLC
For those who want to do more than just buy a house. This is an opportunity to invest in the future. Fully Remodeled and Tastefully Finished Country Home features large kitchen all new appliances, beautiful laminate flooring opens up to large dining area. First Floor Laundry and Full Bath all newly remodeled. Large Bedrooms on Second Floor with room for second bath. Mostly level land majority wooded with future timber value. Mobile Home Rental for additional income and third well and septic with cabin. Current Gas Lease soon to expire. .. all rights transfer with sale.
Public Records
Oct 14, 2004
Sold
$74,000
$23/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$4,963
$11,000 + $39,000
$50,000
2025
$4,963 (+0.7%)
$11,000 + $39,000
$50,000
2024
$4,931 (+10.3%)
$11,000 + $39,000
$50,000
2023
$4,470 (−2.6%)
$11,000 + $39,000
$50,000
2022
$4,587 (+1.0%)
$11,000 + $39,000
$50,000
2021
$4,541 (+0.8%)
$11,000 + $39,000
$50,000
2020
$4,507 (−4.1%)
$11,000 + $39,000
$50,000
2019
$4,701 (−3.1%)
$11,000 + $39,000
$50,000
2018
$4,849 (−3.1%)
$11,000 + $39,000
$50,000
2017
$5,006 (+85.9%)
$11,000 + $39,000
$50,000
2016
$2,694 (−47.6%)
$11,000 + $39,000
$50,000
2015
$5,143 (+5.1%)
$11,000 + $39,000
$50,000
2014
$4,893
$11,000 + $39,000
$50,000
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
1
Stories
2
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
50.04 Acres
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,816
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,816
Year built
1870
Style
Vacant Land
County
Tioga County
APN
492889A16800000030220000000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Oct 8, 2026.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
4/10 Fire Factor
0.93% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 92° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
1% 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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Historical weather
Nichols, NY • 13812
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.2 hours in
June and 2.6 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
9.2 hrs
2.6 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 1615 Barr Rd
$181,248
$1,348 over list price of $180K
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