The perfect property for organic farming or horses. This farmstead features a 4 bdrm home w/19+ acres of open, level land w/a seasonal brook. Gardens galore, large barn w/stalls & room for equipment & an adorable studio for the artist. Energy savers include a high efficiency wood boiler, solar system for domestic water & a photovoltaic array for electricity. Spacious kitchen, open & sunny dining/living rm w/a wood stove, working pocket doors, lovely wood floors & central vac. Very Good Condition
Single-familyProperty Type
1916Year Built
19.61 acresLot Size
$208Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listing by Christine Preble• Preble Realty LLC
•518-854-7888 (agent)
•cpreblerealty@gmail.com (agent)
Listing by Kristen Preble• Preble Realty LLC
Bought with Lisa McTygue• Coldwell Banker Prime Properties
The perfect property for organic farming or horses. This farmstead features a 4 bdrm home w/19+ acres of open, level land w/a seasonal brook. Gardens galore, large barn w/stalls & room for equipment & an adorable studio for the artist. Energy savers include a high efficiency wood boiler, solar system for domestic water & a photovoltaic array for electricity. Spacious kitchen, open & sunny dining/living rm w/a wood stove, working pocket doors, lovely wood floors & central vac.
Global MLS #201603857
Aug 4, 2016
Sold
$249,000
$128/sq ft
Mar 4, 2016
Listed
$249,900
$128/sq ft
Global MLS #201421256
Nov 16, 2015
Listing Removed
—
Oct 6, 2014
Listed
$269,500
$138/sq ft
Global MLS #127539
Oct 6, 2015
Listing Removed
—
Oct 6, 2014
Listed
$269,500
$138/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$4,970
$57,900 + $178,100
$236,000
2025
$4,970 (+10.3%)
$57,900 + $178,100
$236,000
2024
$4,506 (+3.2%)
$57,900 + $178,100
$236,000
2023
$4,365 (+0.5%)
$57,900 + $178,100
$236,000
2022
$4,342 (+6.0%)
$57,900 + $178,100
$236,000
2021
$4,096 (+10.6%)
$31,600 + $78,400
$110,000
2020
$3,703 (+1.0%)
$31,600 + $78,400
$110,000
2019
$3,667 (−25.5%)
$31,600 + $78,400
$110,000
2018
$4,923 (+3.3%)
$31,600 + $78,400
$110,000
2017
$4,768 (+7.3%)
$31,600 + $110,330
$141,930
2016
$4,443 (+10.2%)
$31,600 + $110,330
$141,930
2015
$4,031 (+1.7%)
$31,600 + $76,800
$108,400
2014
$3,963
$31,600 + $76,800
$108,400
Tax history for 197 Riley Hill Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$4,970
$57,900 + $178,100
$236,000
2025
$4,970 (+10.3%)
$57,900 + $178,100
$236,000
2024
$4,506 (+3.2%)
$57,900 + $178,100
$236,000
2023
$4,365 (+0.5%)
$57,900 + $178,100
$236,000
2022
$4,342 (+6.0%)
$57,900 + $178,100
$236,000
2021
$4,096 (+10.6%)
$31,600 + $78,400
$110,000
2020
$3,703 (+1.0%)
$31,600 + $78,400
$110,000
2019
$3,667 (−25.5%)
$31,600 + $78,400
$110,000
2018
$4,923 (+3.3%)
$31,600 + $78,400
$110,000
2017
$4,768 (+7.3%)
$31,600 + $110,330
$141,930
2016
$4,443 (+10.2%)
$31,600 + $110,330
$141,930
2015
$4,031 (+1.7%)
$31,600 + $76,800
$108,400
2014
$3,963
$31,600 + $76,800
$108,400
*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
2
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
19.61 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,864
Year built
1914
Style
Vacant Land
County
Washington County
APN
534800A20900000050350000000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 10, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
# of Parking Total: 8
Parking Features: Off Street, Carport, Detached
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
# of Bathrooms (Total Integer): 2
Room 1 Information
Type: Full Bathroom
Level: First
Basement Information
Basement: Full
Laundry Features
Laundry Features: In Basement
Fireplace Information
Fireplace Features: Living Room
Interior Features
# of Rooms Total: 1
Interior Features: High Speed Internet, Paddle Fan, Central Vacuum
Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Solar Hot Water, Solar Water Heater
Flooring: Ceramic Tile
Window Features: Bay Window(s)
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Porch
Roof: Slate
Exterior Features: Barn, Garden
Other Structures: Outbuilding, Shed(s), Barn(s)
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Living Area: 1,947
Green Energy Generation: Solar
Construction Materials: Clapboard
Lot Information
Lot Size Acres: 19.61
Lot Size Square Feet: 854,211.6
Lot Features: Level, Cleared
Land Information
Current Use: Hay Fields
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $4,686
Tax Annual Amount: $4,686
Financial Details: General Taxes: $2,076
Financial Details: School Taxes: $2,610
Utilities
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Baseboard, Hot Water, Oil, Solar, Wood, Wood Stove
Utility Information
Sewer: Septic Tank
Water Source: Other, See Remarks
Location
School Information
School District: Salem
Location Information
Directions: Route 22 to Salem Village, take Riley Hill Rd. house on left
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,864
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 19.61 acres
Style: Vacant Land
Year Built: 1914
Year Renovated: —
County: Washington County
APN: 534800A20900000050350000000
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 10, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Other Equipment: Satellite Dish
Around this home
Schools
Salem Elementary School
Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 0.8mi
7/10
Salem High School
Public 7-12 • Assigned • 0.8mi
7/10
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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 92° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
3/10 Wind Factor
5% 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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Estimated sale price
$386,000 – $467,000
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