TIMELESS ICON started as a one-room schoolhouse in coveted Old Chatham NY. Now voluminous great room w/cath ceil. & wood F/P, that 1893 schoolhouse is hub to 2500sqft once hosting some of the hamlet's finest soirees. ?Elegant spaces incl formal DR w/F/P, first-floor Master en suite w/F/P, sun-room overlooking the beautiful grounds, den w/built-in bookcases, wet-bar, half-bath ?&? spacious foyer w/powder room. Tucked away on second floor are 3 Guest Rms, 2 baths, once sewing room. Magnificent home atop 6 acres of centuries-old shade trees, sweeping lawns w/small pond, fenced garden beds w/ potting shed, large patio w/pergola. Substantial storage in full attic & detached 2-car garage w/Apartment (incl screened porch & open deck) ideal for caretaker or super private artist/writer's studio. Very Good Condition
Single-familyProperty Type
1893Year Built
$320Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listing by Natalia De Amorim• Preferred Country Properties
•518-692-6006 (agent)
•PCP@PCPrealty.com (agent)
Bought with Natalia De Amorim• Preferred Country Properties
TIMELESS ICON got its start as a one-room schoolhouse in coveted Old Chatham NY. Now a voluminous great room w/ cathedral ceiling and wood fireplace, that 1893 schoolhouse is hub to over 2500 bright and flowing sq-ft once hosting some of the hamlet's finest soirees. Among the elegant spaces are formal DR w/ fireplace, first-floor Master en suite w/ fireplace, commodious sunroom overlooking the beautiful grounds, den w/ built-in bookcases, wet-bar, half-bath and spacious foyer w/ powder room. Tucked away on the second floor are 3 guest rooms, 2 baths, and a once sewing room. This magnificent home sits proudly atop 6 acres of centuries-old shade trees, sweeping lawns with small pond, fenced garden beds with potting shed, and large patio w/ pergola. Substantial storage available in the full attic and detached, two-car garage w/ apartment w/ screened porch and open deck ideal for caretaker quarters, or super private artist/writer's studio.
BCMLS #228322
Jun 26, 2020
Sold
$376,000
$145/sq ft
Aug 5, 2019
Listed
$425,000
$163/sq ft
Global MLS #201927408
Jun 26, 2020
Sold
$376,000
$145/sq ft
Aug 5, 2019
Listed
$425,000
$163/sq ft
HVCRMLS #124580
Jan 7, 2019
Listed
$450,000
$173/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$12,100
$69,600 + $590,400
$660,000
2025
$12,100 (+7.4%)
$69,600 + $590,400
$660,000
2024
$11,267 (+4.4%)
$69,600 + $590,400
$660,000
2023
$10,790 (−3.2%)
$69,600 + $590,400
$660,000
2022
$11,142 (+19.3%)
$69,600 + $590,400
$660,000
2021
$9,343 (+4.3%)
$34,000 + $293,100
$327,100
2020
$8,959 (−41.1%)
$34,000 + $293,100
$327,100
2019
$15,209 (+69.2%)
$34,000 + $293,100
$327,100
2018
$8,990 (−37.4%)
$34,000 + $293,100
$327,100
2017
$14,367 (+62.1%)
$34,000 + $293,100
$327,100
2016
$8,864 (+19.7%)
$34,000 + $293,100
$327,100
2015
$7,407 (−18.1%)
$34,000 + $293,100
$327,100
2014
$9,045
$34,000 + $293,100
$327,100
Tax history for 509 Ford Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$12,100
$69,600 + $590,400
$660,000
2025
$12,100 (+7.4%)
$69,600 + $590,400
$660,000
2024
$11,267 (+4.4%)
$69,600 + $590,400
$660,000
2023
$10,790 (−3.2%)
$69,600 + $590,400
$660,000
2022
$11,142 (+19.3%)
$69,600 + $590,400
$660,000
2021
$9,343 (+4.3%)
$34,000 + $293,100
$327,100
2020
$8,959 (−41.1%)
$34,000 + $293,100
$327,100
2019
$15,209 (+69.2%)
$34,000 + $293,100
$327,100
2018
$8,990 (−37.4%)
$34,000 + $293,100
$327,100
2017
$14,367 (+62.1%)
$34,000 + $293,100
$327,100
2016
$8,864 (+19.7%)
$34,000 + $293,100
$327,100
2015
$7,407 (−18.1%)
$34,000 + $293,100
$327,100
2014
$9,045
$34,000 + $293,100
$327,100
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
4
Stories
1.7
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.8 Acres
Year renovated
2020
Sq. Ft.
3,283
Year built
1893
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Columbia County
APN
102689A01600000010460000000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 28, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Parking Total: 20
Parking Features: Other, Off Street, Detached
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
# of Bathrooms (Half): 4
# of Bathrooms (Total Integer): 5
Room 1 Information
Type: Primary Bedroom
Level: First
Room 2 Information
Type: Great Room
Level: First
Room 3 Information
Type: Dining Room
Level: First
Room 4 Information
Type: Kitchen
Level: First
Room 5 Information
Type: Den
Level: First
Room 6 Information
Type: Sun Room
Level: First
Room 7 Information
Type: Bedroom
Level: Second
Room 8 Information
Type: Half Bathroom
Level: First
Room 9 Information
Type: Bedroom
Level: First
Basement Information
Basement: Crawl Space, Partial
Laundry Features
Laundry Features: Main Level
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces Total: 3
Fireplace Features: Bedroom, Dining Room, Living Room, Wood Burning
Interior Features
# of Rooms Total: 9
Interior Features: High Speed Internet, Solid Surface Counters, Wet Bar, DSL Internet, Satellite Internet
Appliances: Dryer, Oil Water Heater, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Flooring: Wood
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Roof: Asphalt
Exterior Features: Garden, Lighting
Other Structures: Outbuilding
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Is New Construction
Living Area: 2,600
Construction Materials: Clapboard
Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: 5.94
Lot Features: Level, Road Frontage, Sloped, Wooded, Cleared, Landscaped
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $11,547
Tax Annual Amount: $11,547
Financial Details: General Taxes: $3,657
Financial Details: School Taxes: $5,334
Utilities
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air, Oil
Utility Information
Sewer: Septic Tank
Utilities: Cable Available
Location
School Information
School District: New Lebanon
Location Information
Directions: from Main St Chatham, north 66 to Chatham Center - right on Lovers Ln before bridge - right on CR13 to OC center - cont 13 north to right on Ford Rd, prop 1st on right
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 4.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,283
Stories: 1.7
Lot Size: 1.8 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1893
Year Renovated: 2020
County: Columbia County
APN: 102689A01600000010460000000
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 28, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Walter B Howard Elementary School
Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 4.1mi
3/10
New Lebanon Junior Senior High School
Public 7-12 • Assigned • 8.1mi
8/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 92° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
3/10 Wind Factor
6% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Old Chatham, NY • 12136
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.7 hours in
June and 3.7 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$790,000 – $957,000
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