Timeless 1870's Victorian Farmhouse with Grand Barn in Rosendale, NY. Step into a piece of Hudson Valley history with a rare stunningly restored 1870's Victorian farmhouse nested in the heart of charming Rosendale. This 1,900 sq ft gem combines timeless elegance with unique architectural details, offering the perfect blend of original character and modern comfort. From its intricate molding to the light-drenched interiors, every inch of this home whispers character and elegance. The farmhouse has been revived to its original charm on 2.5 lush acres. It's a mix of vintage soul with modern utility, including many untouched period details. Seamlessly blending old-world charm with modern convenience. Interior Highlights: • Beautifully detailed crown molding and trim work that showcase historic craftsmanship • Original Pocket doors & French doors for that classic Victorian touch • Gorgeous hardwood floors throughout that glow with history. • Expansive windows that flood rooms with natural light • Soaring ceilings add elegance and drama creating an open, airy feel • Skylights for added light and warmth • Beautiful custom tile work in the bathrooms • Warm, airy flow between spacious living, dining and kitchen spaces • Updated country kitchen • Brand new appliances, heating system, and septic system • Spacious front porch perfect for relaxing • Preserved period details that honor the home's 19th-century heritage The living room has ''let's sit and sip cider by the woodstove'' kind of charm. Beautiful hardwood moldings frame each room, reminding one of a bygone era. The meticulously carved banister stands as a testament to the craftsmanship of days gone by. Whether you're sipping coffee in the morning light or entertaining beneath soaring ceilings, this home offers warmth, inspiration and grace in every season. Three cozy bedrooms upstairs all with country views. The large primary bedroom is connected to a room which can serve as a dressing room and walk-in closet. Two more spacious bedrooms provide enough space for family or guests. One bedroom is a former maid's quarters with a private back staircase to the kitchen. Anchoring the property, a massive historic 2-story weathered barn stands tall with endless potential. It has been stabilized and secured, fully intact and ready to serve your vision. The possibilities are endless. With its soaring rafters and wide-open layout, it's a blank canvas: renovate into a creative studio, gallery space or photography studio - natural light, rustic backdrop. Host retreats, workshops, farm-to-table dinners, Create a Guest house or boutique Airbnb, Home office or remote business head-quarters, Convert into your dream workshop or hobbyist garage, indoor greenhouse, a music or yoga studio. Use your imagination. Or simply restore it as a stunning architectural feature. This property offers privacy, beauty, rich historical character and convenience. Enjoy nearby hiking/walking trails, biking, rock climbing, kayaking, restaurants, farmer's markets, wineries and quick access to Kingston, New Patz, and NYC. This is more than a home - it's a lifestyle, a legacy, and a one-of-kind opportunity to own a true piece of the Hudson Valley. A rare find for dreamers, creatives, and lovers of architecture. Own a piece of the Hudson Valley's past with all the potential of the present. Schedule your private showing today!
Single-familyProperty Type
1870Year Built
2.5 acresLot Size
$320Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listing by Tammy Gilman• Helsmoortel Realty Inc.
Bought with Kelcey Otten• Compass Greater NY, LLC d/b/a
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Market trends in 12401, NY
Last updated September 2026
Buyer's Market
Seller's Market
Seller's market
Sale-to-List Price
101.3%
+0.4% MoM
Median sale price
$385K
$5K MoM
Avg. days on market
41d
1 days MoM
Recently sold homes
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13 MoM
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Sale history for 472 Lefever Falls Rd
Date
Event
Price
HVCRMLS #20252366
Nov 14, 2025
Sold
$670,000
$354/sq ft
Sep 26, 2025
Pending
—
Sep 4, 2025
Contingent
—
Jul 31, 2025
Price Changed
$699,000
$369/sq ft
Jun 19, 2025
Listed
$725,000
$383/sq ft
HVCRMLS #20242316
Aug 30, 2024
Sold
$285,000
$151/sq ft
Jul 29, 2024
Pending
—
Jun 28, 2024
Contingent
—
May 29, 2024
Relisted
—
May 29, 2024
Price Changed
$349,900
$185/sq ft
May 23, 2024
Contingent
—
May 14, 2024
Listed
$380,000
$201/sq ft
+39
MOTIVATED SELLER has reduced the price significantly! Looking for a historic home restoration project? Excited by the challenge of bringing history back to life? This charming 1874 Victorian farmhouse is your perfect match! This rare find is waiting for a new owner who has the vision to see it revived to its original splendor. Surrounded in privacy as it sits on a generous 2.5-acre plot between Kingston and New Paltz, this elegant gem boasts many untouched period details both inside and out. All it needs is the vision of a restoration and history lover. With wide board hardwood floors, generous living and dining rooms, accentuated by magnificent, oversized pocket doors, you can feel the echoes of 150 years of parties, celebration and history. A wood stove in the living room supplements forced air oil heat. Unusually high ceilings provide a sense of airiness and elegance, while special touches such as the meticulously carved banister stands as a testament to the craftsmanship of days gone by. Hardwood moldings frame each room, reminding one of a bygone era. The three bedrooms on the second floor include the large primary bedroom connected to a ''nursery'' (sporting its own closet) which can serve as a dressing room and walk-in closet. Two more spacious bedrooms provide enough space for family or guests. One bedroom is a former maid's quarters with a private back staircase to the kitchen that gets flooded with sunlight from the recent addition of skylights. On the property, a weathered barn awaits transformation into a studio, workspace or salvaging the wood, adding to the property's potential. Only 90 minutes from midtown Manhattan, this area is known for its hiking, biking, rock climbing, kayaking, its farms, wineries and orchards, as well as the famous Mohonk Mountain House, Lake Minnewaska and Mohonk Preserve. The town of Rosendale has been featured in the New York Times for its quirky, unpretentious character and for the historic Rosendale Theatre, located a short drive from this property. The house is just at the border of the city of Kingston which is a vibrant culture spot. Home of the Ulster Performing Arts Center which hosts some of the world's top acts and a beautiful thriving waterfront area, proximity to Kingston ensures there's always something new to discover just a short drive away. Do you have a passion for home restoration? With its prime location and rich historical character, this Victorian farmhouse presents a hands-on opportunity to breathe new life into a piece of the past, creating a haven that seamlessly blends old-world charm with modern convenience.
Public Records
Mar 31, 2006
Sold
$277,300
$147/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 31, 1997
Sold
$140,000
$74/sq ft
Public Records
May 21, 1993
Sold
$156,000
$82/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,637 (−25.7%)
$56,000 + $109,000
$165,000
2024
$8,937
$56,000 + $170,800
$226,800
2023
$8,944 (+1.0%)
$56,000 + $170,800
$226,800
2022
$8,856 (+6.2%)
$56,000 + $170,800
$226,800
2021
$8,338 (+15.8%)
$56,000 + $170,800
$226,800
2020
$7,203 (+1.6%)
$56,000 + $170,800
$226,800
2019
$7,087 (+0.4%)
$56,000 + $154,000
$210,000
2018
$7,058 (−1.1%)
$56,000 + $154,000
$210,000
2017
$7,136 (+0.8%)
$56,000 + $144,000
$200,000
2016
$7,077 (+2.4%)
$56,000 + $144,000
$200,000
2015
$6,914 (+1.2%)
$56,000 + $144,000
$200,000
2014
$6,835
$56,000 + $144,000
$200,000
Tax history for 472 Lefever Falls Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,637 (−25.7%)
$56,000 + $109,000
$165,000
2024
$8,937
$56,000 + $170,800
$226,800
2023
$8,944 (+1.0%)
$56,000 + $170,800
$226,800
2022
$8,856 (+6.2%)
$56,000 + $170,800
$226,800
2021
$8,338 (+15.8%)
$56,000 + $170,800
$226,800
2020
$7,203 (+1.6%)
$56,000 + $170,800
$226,800
2019
$7,087 (+0.4%)
$56,000 + $154,000
$210,000
2018
$7,058 (−1.1%)
$56,000 + $154,000
$210,000
2017
$7,136 (+0.8%)
$56,000 + $144,000
$200,000
2016
$7,077 (+2.4%)
$56,000 + $144,000
$200,000
2015
$6,914 (+1.2%)
$56,000 + $144,000
$200,000
2014
$6,835
$56,000 + $144,000
$200,000
*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
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2.5 Acres
Year renovated
1960
Sq. Ft.
1,892
Year built
1870
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Ulster County
APN
514600A06200400050190000000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 31, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Parking Features: Paved, Private
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment, Heat Pump
Has Heating
Heating: ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment, Forced Air, Heat Pump, Propane, Wood Stove
Appliances: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Electric Oven, ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances, Electric Range, Induction Cooktop, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer Stacked, Water Heater
Green Energy Efficient: Appliances, HVAC, Thermostat
Accessibility Features: Therapeutic Whirlpool
Other Structures: Barn(s)
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Level, Private, Wooded
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Responsibility: Private Maintained Road
Road Frontage Type: County Road
Lot Size : 2.5
Lot Size Area: 2.5
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 2.5
Zoning: Res
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $8,937
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Private, Well
Electric: 200+ Amp Service
Utilities: Electricity Connected, Water Connected
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
Schools Information
High School District: Kingston Consolidated
Location Information
Directions: NY Thruway Exit 19 toward Kingston At Roundabout take Washington Ave. Exit 1.7 miles Turn Right onto Boulevard (Rt32) 4.8 miles Left at Maple Hill Drive Left at Lefever Falls Rd
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,892
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 2.5 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1870
Year Renovated: 1960
County: Ulster County
APN: 514600A06200400050190000000
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 31, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Robert R Graves School
Public K-4 • Assigned • 4.5mi
5/10
J Watson Bailey Middle School
Public 5-8 • Assigned • 5.2mi
4/10
Kingston High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 5.4mi
4/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
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
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 99° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
3/10 Wind Factor
8% 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
Rosendale, NY • 12472
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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
$576,000 – $697,000
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