Just minutes from the conveniences of Potsdam, this country home on 3.5 acres is move-in ready. The custom-built kitchen with ample cabinets opens to a large open living room and gas fireplace. Doors lead to a deck and screen porch for enjoying summer days, & just outside the house is space for gardening. The dining room windows overlook the large yard. The master suite includes a library reading area, plus a study and full bath all on the main level. Upstairs are two more bedrooms with original black walnut & maple floors, full bath & additional space for a study or play room. The heated garage is deep & large enough for several cars, & there is a shed for gardening equipment.
Single-familyProperty Type
1920Year Built
3.5 acresLot Size
$106Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listing by Suzanne Liberty• Coldwell Banker Whitbeck Assoc Tupper Lake
Just minutes from the conveniences of Potsdam, this country home on 3.5 acres in a private setting, & is move-in ready. The custom-built kitchen with ample cabinets opens to a large open living room and gas fireplace. Doors lead to a deck and screen porch for enjoying summer days, & just outside the house is space for gardening. The dining room windows overlook the large yard. The master suite includes a library reading area, plus a study and full bath all on the main level. Upstairs are two more bedrooms with original black walnut & maple floors, full bath & additional space for a study or play room. The heated garage is deep & large enough for several cars, & there is a shed for gardening equipment.
ACVMLS #158988
Oct 23, 2017
Sold
$184,000
$65/sq ft
Apr 10, 2017
Listed
$184,000
$65/sq ft
Public Records
May 30, 2003
Sold
$125,000
$44/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 1, 1994
Sold
$23,500
$8/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$6,801
$32,500 + $214,500
$247,000
2025
$6,801 (+3.2%)
$32,500 + $214,500
$247,000
2024
$6,590 (+2.2%)
$18,500 + $133,200
$151,700
2023
$6,450 (+4.6%)
$18,500 + $133,200
$151,700
2022
$6,166 (+2.0%)
$18,500 + $133,200
$151,700
2021
$6,044 (+0.7%)
$18,500 + $133,200
$151,700
2020
$6,001 (+1.5%)
$18,500 + $133,200
$151,700
2019
$5,910 (+1.1%)
$18,500 + $133,200
$151,700
2018
$5,846 (+40.8%)
$18,500 + $133,200
$151,700
2017
$4,151 (+0.5%)
$18,500 + $133,200
$151,700
2016
$4,129 (+1.4%)
$18,500 + $133,200
$151,700
2015
$4,070 (+0.4%)
$18,500 + $133,200
$151,700
2014
$4,055
$18,500 + $133,200
$151,700
Tax history for 562 May Rd. Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$6,801
$32,500 + $214,500
$247,000
2025
$6,801 (+3.2%)
$32,500 + $214,500
$247,000
2024
$6,590 (+2.2%)
$18,500 + $133,200
$151,700
2023
$6,450 (+4.6%)
$18,500 + $133,200
$151,700
2022
$6,166 (+2.0%)
$18,500 + $133,200
$151,700
2021
$6,044 (+0.7%)
$18,500 + $133,200
$151,700
2020
$6,001 (+1.5%)
$18,500 + $133,200
$151,700
2019
$5,910 (+1.1%)
$18,500 + $133,200
$151,700
2018
$5,846 (+40.8%)
$18,500 + $133,200
$151,700
2017
$4,151 (+0.5%)
$18,500 + $133,200
$151,700
2016
$4,129 (+1.4%)
$18,500 + $133,200
$151,700
2015
$4,070 (+0.4%)
$18,500 + $133,200
$151,700
2014
$4,055
$18,500 + $133,200
$151,700
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1.7
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
3.5 Acres
Year renovated
1995
Sq. Ft.
2,826
Year built
1920
Style
Single Family Residential
County
St. Lawrence County
APN
407489A05400300010020120000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 10, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
Parking Features: Driveway, Paved
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air, Oil
Interior Features
Interior Features: High Speed Internet
Appliances: Dryer, Gas Cooktop, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Softener Owned
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Gas Log, Living Room
Room Information
# of Rooms Total: 14
Has Basement
Basement Details: Exterior Entry, Unfinished
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Storage
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Porch, Screened
Roof: Asphalt
Building Information
Sq. Ft.: 2843.0
Above Grade Finished Area: 2,843
Levels: One and One Half
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Property Features
Has View
Green Energy Efficient: Thermostat
Other Structures: Outbuilding
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Features: Level
Road Surface Type: Paved
Lot Size : 3.5
Lot Size Dimensions: 419 x 390 x 370 x 390
Lot Size Area: 3.5
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 3.5
Zoning: Agriculture
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $5,635
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Private, Well
Electric: 200+ Amp Service
Utilities: Cable Available
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
HOA Information
Association Amenities: None
Schools Information
High School District: Potsdam
Location Information
Directions: Take May Rd. approx. 2 miles from Rt. 56. Home is on right.
Subdivision Name: None
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,826
Stories: 1.7
Lot Size: 3.5 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1920
Year Renovated: 1995
County: St. Lawrence County
APN: 407489A05400300010020120000
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 10, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Lawrence Avenue Elementary School
Public PreK-4 • Assigned • 3.0mi
5/10
A A Kingston Middle School
Public 2-8 • Assigned • 3.0mi
5/10
Potsdam Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.0mi
5/10
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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 93° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
1/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Potsdam, NY • 13676
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.2 hours in
June and 2.1 hours in December, placing it below the
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