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  • Price cut: $24.1K (7/16)
    $499,900

    3268 Reading Rd, Watkins Glen, NY 14891

    4beds
    2,529sqft
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1968
    0.98 Acres Lot
    $479,800 Zestimate®
    $198/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Second fireplaceNew roofPartially finished lower levelRenovated bathroomsAttached two-car garageAdditional parkingNew gas wall heater
    PRICE CORRECTION!!! Just minutes from downtown Watkins Glen, this beautiful 4-bedroom Colonial offers over 2,500 square feet of thoughtfully updated living space. Situated on nearly an acre, this home combines timeless charm, generous living areas, and an exceptional location in the heart of the Finger Lakes. Inside, you’ll find 2 full baths and 2 half baths, along with numerous recent updates, including a new roof, new windows (all but two), and renovated bathrooms. The spacious kitchen opens to a welcoming dining area featuring a stunning stone fireplace, creating the perfect gathering place while enjoying the scenic hillside and lake views. The formal living room is equally inviting, offering a second fireplace, custom built-in bookcases, a fully stocked wet bar, and sliding glass doors leading to a screened porch and expansive wraparound deck—ideal for entertaining, relaxing, or taking in spectacular sunsets over Seneca Lake. A spacious first-floor den provides the flexibility for a home office, family room, or additional living space, while the convenient first-floor laundry room includes a shower for added functionality. The partially finished lower level offers even more room to spread out, complete with a new gas wall heater and a beautiful pool table that conveys with the home. Decorative tin ceilings add warmth and character throughout. Outside, the nearly one-acre lot provides plenty of space to enjoy the outdoors. A recently sealed upper driveway leads to the front entrance, while a second driveway offers access to the attached two-car garage and additional parking. Whether you’re looking for a full-time residence or a weekend getaway, this exceptional home offers the perfect blend of comfort, character, thoughtful updates, and beautiful Seneca Lake views—all just minutes from downtown Watkins Glen, renowned wineries, hiking trails, and the best of Finger Lakes living. Schedule your private showing today and experience everything this wonderful home has to offer. Sellers have never used the boiler, the 2 natural gas fireplaces heat the entire home!
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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Franzese Real Estate 607-210-6100,

    Kenneth J. Wilson 607-738-8483

    Source: NYSAMLSs,MLS#: R1695475MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Elmira Corning Regional Association Of REALTORS

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 4
      • Bathrooms: 4
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 2
      • Main level bathrooms: 1
      Heating
      • Gas, Other, See Remarks, Baseboard, Hot Water
      Cooling
      • Other, See Remarks
      Appliances
      • Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Gas Water Heater, Refrigerator, Washer
      • Laundry: Main Level
      Features
      • Wet Bar, Den, Other, See Remarks
      • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Laminate, Varies
      • Basement: Full
      • Number of fireplaces: 2
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 2,529
      • Total interior livable area: 2,529 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 2
      • Parking features: Attached, Garage
      • Attached garage spaces: 2
      Features
      • Levels: Two
      • Stories: 2
      • Patio & porch: Deck
      • Exterior features: Blacktop Driveway, Deck
      Lot
      • Size: 0.98 Acres
      • Dimensions: 199 x 230
      • Features: Irregular Lot
      Details
      • Parcel number: 44328906400800010110010000
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Colonial
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Frame, Vinyl Siding
      • Foundation: Poured
      • Roof: Metal
      Condition
      • Resale
      • Year built: 1968

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Connected
      • Water: Connected, Public
      • Utilities for property: Cable Available, High Speed Internet Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected

      Community & HOA

      Location
      • Region: Watkins Glen

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $198/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $273,900
      • Annual tax amount: $3,696
      • Date on market: 7/2/2026
      • Listing terms: Cash,FHA,USDA Loan,VA Loan

        Estimated market value

        $479,800

        $456,000 - $504,000

        $3,211/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        7/16/2026Price change$499,900-4.6%$198/sqft
        Source: NYSAMLSs #R1695475 Report a problem
        7/2/2026Listed for sale$524,000+61.2%$207/sqft
        Source: NYSAMLSs #R1695475 Report a problem
        10/23/2019Listing removed$325,000$129/sqft
        Source: Cabins to Castles #255487 Report a problem
        5/22/2019Listed for sale$325,000+71.1%$129/sqft
        Source: Cabins to Castles #255487 Report a problem
        10/6/2006Sold$189,900+25220%$75/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        6/11/1997Sold$750
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025-- $273,900
        2024-- $273,900 +27.4%
        2023-- $215,000
        2022-- $215,000
        2021-- $215,000
        2020-- $215,000
        2019-- $215,000
        2018-- $215,000
        2017$4,683 $215,000
        2016-- $215,000 +5.9%
        2015-- $203,000
        2014-- $203,000
        2013-- $203,000
        2012-- $203,000 +0.5%
        2011-- $202,000
        2010-- $202,000
        2009-- $202,000 +44.8%
        2008-- $139,500
        2007-- $139,500
        2006-- $139,500
        2005-- $139,500
        2004-- $139,500
        2003-- $139,500
        2002-- $139,500 +55.7%
        2001-- $89,600
        2000-- $89,600
        Find assessor info on the county website

        Monthly payment

        Estimated monthly payment$1,822
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        HOA fees may include property taxes on listings classified as Co-Ops. Contact the listing agent and/or owner for fee details.
        Mortgage interest rates are dependent on a number of factors, including credit score, down payment, and repayment length. Interest rate data provided by Zillow Group Marketplace, Inc. as of 1/1/1970 from various mortgage lenders with which we have lead or other similar arrangements; the Estimated Payment is an average of those rates.
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 14891

        Getting around

        20 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        13 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

        GreatSchools rating
        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • District: Watkins Glen

        Source: NYSAMLSs. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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