Rosendale has been dubbed one of the hippest towns in the Hudson Valley. Located 1:45 minutes via bus from NYC, Rosendale has all the charm of Upstate with some downtown flavor. With all that Rosendale has to offer at your fingertips here, this completely renovated ranch-style cottage is loaded with curb appeal and filled with beautiful designer touches. Nestled among soaring mature trees and a lush . 47 acre yard, you are within walking distance to the rail trail system, which is minutes to downtown Rosendale and neighboring New Paltz. Redesigned with a modern approach to a country cottage, this home has all the bells and whistles. Enter into the amazing mud-room area with wood accent wall and hooks to hang your hiking gear after a long fulfilling day at the Mohonk Preserve. The house opens then into the brand new kitchen with granite countertops, all new appliances, and custom cabinets. The kitchen flows perfectly into the dining area with additional counter/cabinet space and built-in wine refrigerator. The sprawling living room is perfect for relaxation and entertaining and walks out by the sliding glass door to the brand new installed paver patio with built-in firepit. Indoor and outdoor living here at its finest with modest maintenance, yet with some nice privacy. On the north side of the home, you will find two bedrooms with a beautiful shared full bathroom with a double vanity and tub/shower and custom-built barn sliding wood door. The west side of the home features the primary suite with a brand new en suite bathroom with a subway tiled custom standing shower! All new heating system with high-efficiency Mitsubishi mini-splits for heating and cooling, brand new roof, gutters, all new upgraded 200 amp electric, brand new pex plumbing, new HW heater, new well pump, asphalt driveway! An absolutely amazing little home perfect for a full-time or weekend residence, in an unbelievable location.
Single-familyProperty Type
1940Year Built
0.47 acresLot Size
$406Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listing by Lindsay Stevens• eXp Realty
Bought with Sharon Breslau• BHHS HUDSON VALLEY PROP-WDST
Charming two bedroom cottage. Lots of privacy on this large, fenced in lot. Close to schools, shopping and amenities. Sold as-is. Buyer to pay NYS Transfer Tax. Cash offers with proof of funds. Property is conveyed via QCD (Quit Claim Deed), seller will not guarantee insurable title, no warranties and no proration's of any kind (taxes, water/sewer/sanitation, etc...). **Please see agent remarks for access, showing instructions and offer presentation remarks.**
HVCRMLS #20194136
Mar 18, 2020
Sold
$58,000
$48/sq ft
Sep 25, 2019
Listed
$69,900
$58/sq ft
+8
Charming two bedroom cottage. Lots of privacy on this large, fenced in lot. Close to schools, shopping and amenities. Sold as-is. Buyer to pay NYS Transfer Tax. Cash offers with proof of funds. Property is conveyed via QCD (Quit Claim Deed), seller will not guarantee insurable title, no warranties and no proration's of any kind (taxes, water/sewer/sanitation, etc. .. ). * * Please see agent remarks for access, showing instructions and offer presentation remarks. * *
OneKey® MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #H4923166
Dec 16, 2019
Listing Removed
—
Apr 22, 2019
Listed
$86,500
$72/sq ft
HVCRMLS #20103300
Jun 30, 2010
Listed
$140,000
$116/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 15, 2005
Sold
$125,000
$104/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$10,464 (+2.4%)
$41,000 + $223,900
$264,900
2024
$10,216 (+0.3%)
$41,000 + $223,900
$264,900
2023
$10,187 (+1.1%)
$41,000 + $223,900
$264,900
2022
$10,072 (+2.2%)
$41,000 + $223,900
$264,900
2021
$9,853 (+124.6%)
$41,000 + $234,000
$275,000
2020
$4,387 (+2.6%)
$41,000 + $101,500
$142,500
2019
$4,274 (+0.9%)
$41,000 + $91,000
$132,000
2018
$4,235 (+20.3%)
$41,000 + $91,000
$132,000
2017
$3,521 (+1.1%)
$41,000 + $84,000
$125,000
2016
$3,484 (+2.2%)
$41,000 + $61,900
$102,900
2015
$3,410 (+1.4%)
$41,000 + $61,900
$102,900
2014
$3,363
$41,000 + $61,900
$102,900
Tax history for 15 Messmer Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$10,464 (+2.4%)
$41,000 + $223,900
$264,900
2024
$10,216 (+0.3%)
$41,000 + $223,900
$264,900
2023
$10,187 (+1.1%)
$41,000 + $223,900
$264,900
2022
$10,072 (+2.2%)
$41,000 + $223,900
$264,900
2021
$9,853 (+124.6%)
$41,000 + $234,000
$275,000
2020
$4,387 (+2.6%)
$41,000 + $101,500
$142,500
2019
$4,274 (+0.9%)
$41,000 + $91,000
$132,000
2018
$4,235 (+20.3%)
$41,000 + $91,000
$132,000
2017
$3,521 (+1.1%)
$41,000 + $84,000
$125,000
2016
$3,484 (+2.2%)
$41,000 + $61,900
$102,900
2015
$3,410 (+1.4%)
$41,000 + $61,900
$102,900
2014
$3,363
$41,000 + $61,900
$102,900
*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
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.47 Acres
Year renovated
1985
Sq. Ft.
1,207
Year built
1940
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Ulster County
APN
514600A07004300040150000000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 31, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Parking Features: Driveway
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Ductless, Heat Pump
Has Heating
Heating: Electric, Heat Pump
Interior Features
Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator, Water Heater
Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
Room Information
Has Basement
Basement Details: Interior Entry, Unfinished
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Garden
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Door Features: Sliding Doors
Roof: Asphalt, Shingle
Building Information
Sq. Ft.: 1207.0
Construction Materials: Frame, Vinyl Siding, Wood Siding
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Features: Corner Lot, Garden, Landscaped, Level
Lot Size : 0.47
Lot Size Dimensions: 20,473
Lot Size Area: 0.47
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.47
Zoning: R-2
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $5,070
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Private, Well
Electric: 200+ Amp Service
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
Schools Information
High School District: Kingston Consolidated
Location Information
Directions: N on 32, L on Tillson Ave, R on Messmer, House on Left, Sign on
Community Information
Community Features: Playground
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,207
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.47 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1940
Year Renovated: 1985
County: Ulster County
APN: 514600A07004300040150000000
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 31, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Robert R Graves School
Public K-4 • Assigned • 6.4mi
5/10
J Watson Bailey Middle School
Public 5-8 • Assigned • 7.5mi
4/10
Kingston High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 7.7mi
4/10
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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
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 99° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
10% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Tillson, NY • 12486
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In this area, properties receive around 8.7 hours in
June and 3.8 hours in December, placing it below the
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Estimated sale price
$466,000 – $564,000
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