Looking for a private and picturesque property with enormous potential? This 1830s eyebrow Colonial farmhouse is ready and waiting to be finished into the comfortable country home you have always wanted. With tranquil and private 5.7 glorious acres of land it is overlooking the Rondout Creek across the street. This property boasts subdivision potential or you could keep this slice of paradise all to yourself as a permanent home or weekend rental, the choice is yours. This stunning Colonial stands proud on the site with several updates already done, alongside with original details. Hardwood floors flow throughout much of the layout plus there are quaint Colonial windows, exposed beams and an adorable entry porch. There’s room for everyone to spread out and relax with three upper-level bedrooms and two full bathrooms (one being a private master suite) along with a selection of sumptuous living spaces on the ground floor. One of the 2 living rooms could easily be a ground floor bedroom. A large family room takes in lovely leafy views while gathering with friends will be a pleasure in the formal living room. For convenience, a full bath/laundry room is set on the main floor plus there’s built-in storage spaces. For those who love to cook, the still to be finished spacious kitchen opens up to the formal dining room (with new floors) and is equipped with a six-burner Viking gas range, a Thermador Oven, a fireclay double-bowl farm sink and French doors that lead to the amazing and private backyard. Outside, a one-car detached garage incl. a woodworking shop with electric, awaits the DIY enthusiasts. Bordered on one site by a brook, this property has room to keep farm animals, grow your own food, develop organic gardens and create a private park-like oasis. You will live surrounded by nature. Enjoy swimming, kayaking and fishing in the nearby Rondout Creek. Hike, bike, or run on the 22.5-mile Wallkill Valley Rail Trail, which starts only minutes away. Less than an hour for skiing at Hunter Mountain, Belleayre or Windham. This is your chance to experience the renowned Catskills and relish absolute serenity while still being within easy reach of everything this beautiful region has to offer. Rosendale, Kingston and New Paltz are only moments away along with High Falls and Stone Ridge. Perfect for those who love the outdoors in the Hudson Valley while shopping, dining, entertainment, schools and a host of amenities are all at your fingertips.
Single-familyProperty Type
1830Year Built
5.7 acresLot Size
$231Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listing by Mario Geissler• Corcoran Country Living
Listing by Heidi Maloney• Halter Associates Realty
Bought with Christina Ahouse• Keller Williams Realty HV Nort
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$331,684
Est. take-home
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$3,611/mo
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Market trends in 12472, NY
Last updated October 2026
Sale-to-list price
120.1%
1.9% MoM
Median sale price
$355K
$155K MoM
Avg. days on market
28d
1 days MoM
Recently sold homes
2
1 MoM
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Sale history for 979 Creek Lcks
Date
Event
Price
Public Records
Nov 22, 2021
Sold
$340,000
$129/sq ft
HVCRMLS #20213145
Nov 9, 2021
Sold
$330,000
$125/sq ft
Oct 20, 2021
Pending
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Sep 23, 2021
Delisted
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Aug 19, 2021
Listed
$325,000
$124/sq ft
HVCRMLS #20111397
Apr 26, 2011
Sold
$180,000
$68/sq ft
Apr 3, 2011
Listed
$195,000
$74/sq ft
Charming renovated eyebrow colonial farmhouse of yesteryear with three bedrooms and three full baths as well...most unusual in this price range! Situated on 5.7 lovely acres of private land, this sweet home is very near the Rondout Creek for water adventures. Kayak or Canoe during the Summers, chill out with a good book on long Winter afternoons. Many original details as well as many new updates.
HVCRMLS #20103679
Jul 20, 2010
Listed
$199,000
$76/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 10, 2005
Sold
$135,000
$51/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,850 (+2.1%)
$65,000 + $179,900
$244,900
2024
$9,650
$65,000 + $179,900
$244,900
2023
$9,658 (+1.0%)
$65,000 + $179,900
$244,900
2022
$9,562 (+22.2%)
$65,000 + $179,900
$244,900
2021
$7,824 (+15.8%)
$65,000 + $147,800
$212,800
2020
$6,759 (+1.7%)
$65,000 + $147,800
$212,800
2019
$6,648 (+0.7%)
$65,000 + $132,000
$197,000
2018
$6,599 (−1.1%)
$65,000 + $132,000
$197,000
2017
$6,672 (+0.8%)
$65,000 + $122,000
$187,000
2016
$6,617 (+2.4%)
$65,000 + $122,000
$187,000
2015
$6,464 (+1.1%)
$65,000 + $122,000
$187,000
2014
$6,391
$65,000 + $122,000
$187,000
Tax history for 979 Creek Lcks
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,850 (+2.1%)
$65,000 + $179,900
$244,900
2024
$9,650
$65,000 + $179,900
$244,900
2023
$9,658 (+1.0%)
$65,000 + $179,900
$244,900
2022
$9,562 (+22.2%)
$65,000 + $179,900
$244,900
2021
$7,824 (+15.8%)
$65,000 + $147,800
$212,800
2020
$6,759 (+1.7%)
$65,000 + $147,800
$212,800
2019
$6,648 (+0.7%)
$65,000 + $132,000
$197,000
2018
$6,599 (−1.1%)
$65,000 + $132,000
$197,000
2017
$6,672 (+0.8%)
$65,000 + $122,000
$187,000
2016
$6,617 (+2.4%)
$65,000 + $122,000
$187,000
2015
$6,464 (+1.1%)
$65,000 + $122,000
$187,000
2014
$6,391
$65,000 + $122,000
$187,000
*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
3
Stories
1.7
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
5.7 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,326
Year built
1830
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Ulster County
APN
514600A06300900040170000000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Oct 21, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 3
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air, Oil
Interior Features
Interior Features: Eat-in Kitchen, High Speed Internet
Appliances: Built-In Range, Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater