Welcome to 135 Reservoir Rd. A charming and spacious farmhouse built in the 1800s, with acreage and endless potential. This beautiful property combines the charm of historic architecture with the opportunity to create your own homestead or farm in a serene country setting. On over 12 acres of productive tillable land. Ideal as a starter home or a country retreat, this property offers peace and privacy with the house set well back from the road, surrounded by mature trees. The home features generously sized rooms, an attached one-car garage, and a detached two-car garage for ample storage and workspace. While the house requires significant renovation, it holds great potential to become a warm, welcoming home. Enjoy the freedom to plant your own organic gardens or renting the fields to a local farmer. Additional highlights: The fertile Bombay loam soils—recognized for their excellent balance of sand, silt, and clay—offer good drainage, water retention, and high productivity for diverse crops. According to USDA soil survey data, the property is free of large stones and rocks, and has been cultivated organically since 2018 with no synthetic chemicals, fertilizers, or pesticides used. The seller successfully grew a wide range of vegetables over five seasons, achieving strong yields with the addition of compost and organic matter. Please note: The furnace is currently inoperable due to the absence of a chimney. Over 1,400 feet of road frontage; Just 18 minutes to Plattsburgh;
Welcome to 135 Reservoir Rd. A charming and spacious farmhouse built in the 1800s, with acreage and endless potential. This beautiful property combines the charm of historic architecture with the opportunity to create your own homestead or farm in a serene country setting. On over 12 acres of productive tillable land. Ideal as a starter home or a country retreat, this property offers peace and privacy with the house set well back from the road, surrounded by mature trees. The home features generously sized rooms, an attached one-car garage, and a detached two-car garage for ample storage and workspace. While the house requires significant renovation, it holds great potential to become a warm, welcoming home. Enjoy the freedom to plant your own organic gardens or renting the fields to a local farmer. Additional highlights: The fertile Bombay loam soils—recognized for their excellent balance of sand, silt, and clay—offer good drainage, water retention, and high productivity for diverse crops. According to USDA soil survey data, the property is free of large stones and rocks, and has been cultivated organically since 2018 with no synthetic chemicals, fertilizers, or pesticides used. The seller successfully grew a wide range of vegetables over five seasons, achieving strong yields with the addition of compost and organic matter. Please note: The furnace is currently inoperable due to the absence of a chimney. Over 1,400 feet of road frontage; Just 18 minutes to Plattsburgh;
ACVMLS #205081
Oct 10, 2025
Sold
$122,000
$84/sq ft
Aug 20, 2025
Pending
—
Jul 1, 2025
Listed
$135,000
$93/sq ft
ACVMLS #160837
Jan 26, 2018
Sold
$60,000
$41/sq ft
Sep 6, 2017
Listed
$60,000
$41/sq ft
This old farm house built in the 1800's will make a great starter home; the rooms are spacious, it has an attached 1 car garage and a detached 2 car garage and 12+ acres of tillable land! The house is set back from the road for peace and quiet, and there are plenty of trees in the back for privacy. It needs much work but it could be a great place to raise a family! Plant your organic garden or continue to rent the fields out to a local farmer (hay and corn). The property encompasses a portion of the current corn field behind the trees & house. Survey on file. Septic is about 10 years old. More than 1,400 feet road frontage! Beautiful property only 22 min from Plattsburgh. Price is FIRM
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$2,011
$52,500 + $45,800
$98,300
2025
$2,011 (+5.5%)
$52,500 + $45,800
$98,300
2024
$1,906 (+1.8%)
$52,500 + $40,200
$92,700
2023
$1,873 (+0.9%)
$47,500 + $38,100
$85,600
2022
$1,856 (+9.1%)
$42,500 + $34,300
$76,800
2021
$1,702 (−0.2%)
$35,500 + $27,100
$62,600
2020
$1,705 (−2.3%)
$35,500 + $27,100
$62,600
2019
$1,745 (+1.6%)
$35,500 + $24,500
$60,000
2018
$1,718 (−33.7%)
$35,500 + $24,500
$60,000
2017
$2,592 (+251.1%)
$35,500 + $24,500
$60,000
2016
$738 (−4.6%)
$72,500 + $16,700
$89,200
2015
$774 (−0.4%)
$72,500 + $16,700
$89,200
2014
$777
$72,500 + $16,700
$89,200
Tax history for 135 Reservoir Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$2,011
$52,500 + $45,800
$98,300
2025
$2,011 (+5.5%)
$52,500 + $45,800
$98,300
2024
$1,906 (+1.8%)
$52,500 + $40,200
$92,700
2023
$1,873 (+0.9%)
$47,500 + $38,100
$85,600
2022
$1,856 (+9.1%)
$42,500 + $34,300
$76,800
2021
$1,702 (−0.2%)
$35,500 + $27,100
$62,600
2020
$1,705 (−2.3%)
$35,500 + $27,100
$62,600
2019
$1,745 (+1.6%)
$35,500 + $24,500
$60,000
2018
$1,718 (−33.7%)
$35,500 + $24,500
$60,000
2017
$2,592 (+251.1%)
$35,500 + $24,500
$60,000
2016
$738 (−4.6%)
$72,500 + $16,700
$89,200
2015
$774 (−0.4%)
$72,500 + $16,700
$89,200
2014
$777
$72,500 + $16,700
$89,200
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Appliances: Dryer, Gas Cooktop, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Refrigerator, Washer
Flooring: Linoleum, Wood
Room Information
# of Rooms Total: 10
Laundry Features: In Kitchen, Main Level
Has Basement
Basement Details: Partial
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Fire Pit, Garden
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Porch
Fencing: None
Roof: Asphalt, Metal
Pool Information
Pool Features: None
Spa Features: None
Building Information
Structure Type: House
Sq. Ft.: 1458.0
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,458
Levels: One and One Half
Construction Materials: Shingle Siding
Foundation Details: Stone
Property Features
Has View
Pets Allowed: Yes
Horses Allowed
Horse Amenities: None
Other Equipment: Fuel Tank(s)
Other Structures: Garage(s)
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Condition: Fixer
Land Information
Crops Included
Lot Information
Lot Features: Cleared, Farm, Few Trees, Paved
Road Surface Type: Asphalt
Lot Size : 12.99
Lot Size Dimensions: 511 x 891
Lot Size Area: 12.99
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 12.99
Zoning: Mixed
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $1,906.43
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Electric: 200+ Amp Service
Utilities: Electricity Connected
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
Schools Information
High School District: Peru
Location Information
Directions: From Peru Highschool take the River Road, make a right on Barney Downs Rd, a left on Calkins Rd (no street sign), and a right on Reservoir Rd. Property is on the left right before the Donahue Road, see sign.
Subdivision Name: None
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,458
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 12.99 acres
Style: Vacant Land
Year Built: 1800
Year Renovated: —
County: Clinton County
APN: 094000A29000000010180010000
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 10, 2026
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Schools
Peru Intermediate School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 2.6mi
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Peru Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.7mi
4/10
Peru Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.7mi
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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
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 95° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
1% 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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