Opportunity knocks on this quaint Catskills home, set on 2.5 peaceful acres just minutes from downtown Saugerties. Offering a rare chance to finish a renovation to your own taste, the home has already been fully framed with a reimagined primary bedroom and bath, along with HVAC ducting installed throughout. Pick up right where they left off, as much of the heavy lifting is already done with a solid foundation to build on. A three-car garage in excellent condition adds immediate value and everyday functionality. Tucked into a quiet, scenic setting, the property offers both privacy and convenience. With the right vision, this has the potential to become a truly standout home in a highly desirable location.
Single-familyProperty Type
1887Year Built
2.5 acresLot Size
$195Price/Sq.Ft.
4 garage spacesParking
Listing by Charles Ferraioli• Empire Real Estate Firm LLC
Est. $1,527 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 85 Shear Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
Global MLS #202615591
Jul 2, 2026
Sold
$375,000
$195/sq ft
Jun 10, 2026
Pending
—
Apr 20, 2026
Listed
$374,900
$195/sq ft
HVCRMLS #20243778
Mar 7, 2025
Sold
$315,000
$164/sq ft
Nov 12, 2024
Contingent
—
Sep 24, 2024
Price Changed
$329,900
$171/sq ft
Sep 11, 2024
Listed
$365,000
$190/sq ft
+36
Contemporary on cul-de-sac in Saugerties! This home still has it's charm of yesteryear and is awaiting new owners to breathe life back into it. Unique layout with wood floors throughout, wainscoting, oversized windows, and too much more to list. This home is almost 2000 square feet so there is plenty of room. Property has 2.5 acres and is very private on an extremely low-traffic road. Main floor features a dedicated potting room in front with an abundance of windows and space for your gardening projects! An open kitchen dining room, and a large living room / den with woodstove and exposed beams. Kitchen was in process of being renovated when owner vacated. It has a dedicated 7x5 pantry room. Upstairs features two large bedrooms and another massive 35x20 family room. The outside of this home was once a sight to behold with inlaid stonework patios in the front and rear of the home. Specialty perennial trees, shrubs, and flowers. Many bluestone walkways adorn the gardens as well. The north & south lawn is spacious and very private. There is also a massive 3-car garage. The setting of this home is spectacular and picture perfect. Only 5 minutes to NYS T-way and Saugerties Village. Just over 1 mile to the newly reopened 18 hole golf course and event venue at The Swan Golf Course. Motivated Seller! * * Home being sold As-Is * *
Public Records
Dec 18, 1995
Sold
$69,900
$36/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,358 (+0.4%)
$79,500 + $336,000
$415,500
2024
$8,323 (+6.1%)
$76,500 + $326,000
$402,500
2023
$7,842 (+1.7%)
$76,500 + $276,500
$353,000
2022
$7,710 (−0.3%)
$76,500 + $225,000
$301,500
2021
$7,730 (+23.3%)
$69,500 + $187,500
$257,000
2020
$6,270 (+1.2%)
$62,500 + $169,000
$231,500
2019
$6,195 (+2.6%)
$62,500 + $169,000
$231,500
2018
$6,040 (+5.2%)
$62,500 + $169,000
$231,500
2017
$5,741 (+0.9%)
$62,500 + $162,000
$224,500
2016
$5,689 (−0.3%)
$62,500 + $149,500
$212,000
2015
$5,707 (+1.5%)
$62,500 + $149,500
$212,000
2014
$5,623
$74,500 + $137,500
$212,000
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
1.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2.5 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,926
Year built
1887
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Ulster County
APN
514889A00800400050080000000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 31, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 4
# of Parking Total: 7
Parking Features: Paved, Detached
Interior
Virtual Tour Information
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
# of Bathrooms (Total Integer): 1
Bath Levels: Full Bath 1: 1st
Room 1 Information
Type: Family Room
Level: First
Room 2 Information
Type: Dining Room
Level: First
Room 3 Information
Type: Kitchen
Level: First
Room 4 Information
Type: Bedroom
Level: Second
Room 5 Information
Type: Bedroom
Level: Second
Room 6 Information
Type: Bedroom
Level: Second
Basement Information
Basement: Full
Laundry Features
Laundry Features: In Basement
Interior Features
# of Rooms Total: 6
Appliances: Microwave, Oven, Washer/Dryer
Flooring: Wood
Window Features: Double Pane Windows
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Roof: Shingle, Asphalt
Fencing: Stone, Masonry
Exterior Features: Other, Drive-Paved
Other Structures: Garage(s)
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Living Area: 1,926
Construction Materials: Other, Aluminum Siding, Wood Siding
Lot Information
Lot Size Acres: 2.5
Lot Size Square Feet: 108,900
Lot Features: Secluded, Sloped, Views, Wooded, Garden
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $8,357.73
Tax Annual Amount: $8,357.73
Utilities
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Baseboard, Electric
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Utility Information
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
School Information
School District: Saugerties
Location Information
Directions: From I87 S take exit 20 on to NY-32 N. Continue to Shear Rd.
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,926
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 2.5 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1887
Year Renovated: —
County: Ulster County
APN: 514889A00800400050080000000
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 31, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Some nearby schools may not be within this home's attendance zone. Please check the Saugerties Central School District website to verify.
Morse School
Public K-6 • 2.2mi
4/10
Saugerties Junior High School
Public 7-8 • 3.0mi
4/10
Saugerties Senior High School
Public 9-12 • 3.0mi
7/10
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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
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 98° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
3/10 Wind Factor
6% 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
Saugerties, NY • 12477
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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51
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Sun exposure
85/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
8.1 hrs
4.9 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$380,000 – $459,000
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