Make yourselves at home in this beautifully restored and thoughtfully updated ca-1880 farmhouse on Germantown's Main Street, where historic character and modern comfort come together with exceptional ease. Five bedrooms, four full baths, and comfortable living spaces centered around wood-burning fireplaces both upstairs and down offer remarkable flexibility for everyday living, multigenerational use, guests, or working from home, allowing everyone to come together or find a quiet corner of their own. The wide front porch and landscaped back terrace invite entertaining at home, while the central location puts the best of the Hudson Valley within easy reach. 20 min to Amtrak, 2 hours to NYC. Listing agent is the owner/seller of the property.
Active
$1,750,000
285 Main Street, Germantown, NY 12526
5beds
2,938sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1880
1 Acres Lot
$1,648,800 Zestimate®
$596/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Wide front porchLandscaped back terraceFive bedroomsComfortable living spaces
- 28 days
- 1,788
- 215
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Patricia A. Hinkein Realty 518-537-4888,
Katherine Wood 212-380-8612
Source: HVCRMLS,MLS#: 20265219
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 4
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
Bedroom
- Level: First
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Primary bathroom
- Level: First
Bathroom
- Level: First
Bathroom
- Level: Second
Bathroom
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Level: First
Family room
- Description: Wood-burning fireplace
- Level: Second
Kitchen
- Level: First
Living room
- Description: Wood-burning fireplace
- Level: First
Other
- Description: Mini-kitchen w/dining area
- Level: Second
Heating
- Central, Hot Water, Oil
Appliances
- Included: Washer/Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Refrigerator, Range Hood, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Gas Range, Exhaust Fan, Dishwasher, Convection Oven
Features
- Chandelier, Eat-in Kitchen, Entrance Foyer, High Speed Internet, In-Law Floorplan, Primary Downstairs, Smart Thermostat
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Doors: French Doors
- Windows: Window Treatments, Wood Frames
- Basement: Exterior Entry,Full,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,938
- Total interior livable area: 2,938 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,938
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Front Porch, Patio
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Neighborhood, Rural
Lot
- Size: 1 Acres
- Features: Back Yard, Front Yard
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 158.4329
- Zoning: RA2
- Zoning description: Residential
- Special conditions: Trust
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Farmhouse
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Combination, Stone
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1880
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Private, Well
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Germantown
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $596/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $288,400
- Annual tax amount: $6,307
- Date on market: 9/9/2026
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$1,648,800
$1.55M - $1.73M
$4,847/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/11/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,750,000+900%$596/sqft |
Source:  HVCRMLS #20265219 Report a problem | ||
| 11/15/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem | ||
| 10/8/2023 | Listed for rent | $7,500$3/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem | ||
| 8/4/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 7/14/2023 | Listed for rent | $7,500$3/sqft |
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| 7/3/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 6/12/2023 | Listed for rent | $7,500$3/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem | ||
| 1/25/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 10/26/2022 | Listed for rent | $7,500$3/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rental Manager Report a problem | ||
| 11/23/2010 | Sold | $175,000$60/sqft |
Source: HVCRMLS #76718 Report a problem | ||
| 8/18/2010 | Price change | $175,000-12.1%$60/sqft |
Source: Northern Dutchess Realty, Inc. #286205 Report a problem | ||
| 6/23/2010 | Price change | $199,000-13.1%$68/sqft |
Source: Northern Dutchess Realty, Inc. #286205 Report a problem | ||
| 4/7/2010 | Listed for sale | $229,000+17.4%$78/sqft |
Source: Northern Dutchess Realty, Inc. #286205 Report a problem | ||
| 2/25/2010 | Listing removed | $195,000$66/sqft |
Source: GARY DiMAURO REAL ESTATE, INC. #274120 Report a problem | ||
| 2/17/2010 | Price change | $195,000-4.9%$66/sqft |
Source: GARY DiMAURO REAL ESTATE, INC. #274120 Report a problem | ||
| 8/27/2009 | Price change | $205,000-10.5%$70/sqft |
Source: GARY DiMAURO REAL ESTATE, INC. #274120 Report a problem | ||
| 5/31/2009 | Listed for sale | $229,000$78/sqft |
Source: GARY DiMAURO REAL ESTATE, INC. #274120 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $288,400 |
| 2024 | -- | $288,400 |
| 2023 | -- | $288,400 |
| 2022 | -- | $288,400 |
| 2021 | -- | $288,400 +17.7% |
| 2020 | -- | $245,000 |
| 2019 | -- | $245,000 |
| 2018 | -- | $245,000 |
| 2017 | $5,050 | $245,000 +11.4% |
| 2016 | -- | $220,000 |
| 2015 | -- | $220,000 |
| 2014 | -- | $220,000 +29.4% |
| 2013 | -- | $170,000 -10.1% |
| 2012 | -- | $189,000 |
| 2011 | -- | $189,000 -9.9% |
| 2010 | -- | $209,800 |
| 2009 | -- | $209,800 |
| 2008 | -- | $209,800 |
| 2007 | -- | $209,800 +5% |
| 2006 | -- | $199,800 +5.3% |
| 2005 | -- | $189,800 +5.6% |
| 2004 | -- | $179,800 +8.4% |
| 2003 | -- | $165,800 |
| 2002 | -- | $165,800 +3.8% |
| 2001 | -- | $159,800 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Monthly payment
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 12526
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