Looking for your own getaway in the Finger Lakes? This property offers endless potential—whether you envision it as a seasonal hunting camp or the perfect building site for your new home. Nestled in the rolling hills outside of Watkins Glen, you’ll enjoy the peace and privacy of country living while still being just minutes from Watkins Glen State Park with its famous waterfalls and trails, Seneca Lake for boating, fishing, and lakeside dining, the renowned Seneca Lake Wine Trail with award-winning wineries and breweries, downtown Watkins Glen’s shops and restaurants, and the world-famous Watkins Glen International Raceway. The property consists of a manufactured steel-frame structure with an addition.
The addition creates extra living space with a cathedral ceiling and banks of windows that bring in natural light and frame relaxing views of the surrounding landscape and abundant wildlife.
This property is being sold as-is, offering a blank canvas to create your vision. Whether you’re looking for a rustic retreat or a place to design your dream home, 4175 Preemption Road delivers opportunity in the sought-after Finger Lakes Region.
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$62,000
4175 Pre Emption Rd, Watkins Glen, NY 14891
2beds
440sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1970
3 Acres Lot
$64,500 Zestimate®
$141/sqft
$1,178 Estimated rent
Home value
$64,500
$48,000 - $84,000
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Natural lightRolling hillsBanks of windowsAbundant wildlife
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Listed by:
Vivian D. Schamel 607-351-6933,
Keller Williams Realty Southern Tier & Finger Lakes
Bought with:
Vivian D. Schamel, 30SC0464701
Keller Williams Realty Southern Tier & Finger Lakes
Source: NYSAMLSs,MLS#: R1633612
Originating MLS: Elmira Corning Regional Association Of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Elmira Corning Regional Association Of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Heating
- Other, See Remarks, Forced Air, Space Heater
Cooling
- Wall Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Electric Cooktop, Electric Water Heater, Refrigerator
Features
- Galley Kitchen, Other, See Remarks, Bedroom on Main Level
- Flooring: Carpet, Varies, Vinyl
- Basement: None
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 440
- Total interior livable area: 440 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: No Garage
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Exterior features: See Remarks
Lot
- Size: 3 Acres
- Dimensions: 269 x 453
- Features: Other, Rectangular, Rectangular Lot, See Remarks
Details
- Parcel number: 443400041000000100500
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Historic/Antique,Other,See Remarks
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Other, See Remarks
- Foundation: Other, See Remarks
Condition
- Resale
- Year built: 1970
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Holding Tank, Other, See Remarks
- Water: Other, See Remarks, Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Trails/Paths
Location
- Region: Watkins Glen
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $141/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $42,000
- Annual tax amount: $1,474
- Date on market: 8/26/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 32 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Other,See Remarks
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/12/2025 | Sold | $62,000-8.8%$141/sqft |
Source:  NYSAMLSs #R1633612 Report a problem | ||
| 9/29/2025 | Pending sale | $68,000$155/sqft |
Source: NYSAMLSs #R1633612 Report a problem | ||
| 8/27/2025 | Listed for sale | $68,000+17.2%$155/sqft |
Source: NYSAMLSs #R1633612 Report a problem | ||
| 1/11/2024 | Sold | $58,000+16.2%$132/sqft |
Source: NYSAMLSs #EC273089 Report a problem | ||
| 11/13/2023 | Contingent | $49,900$113/sqft |
Source:  ECMLS #273089 Report a problem | ||
| 11/7/2023 | Listed for sale | $49,900+1896%$113/sqft |
Source: ECMLS #273089 Report a problem | ||
| 11/15/2002 | Sold | $2,500$6/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $42,000 |
| 2024 | -- | $42,000 |
| 2023 | -- | $42,000 |
| 2022 | -- | $42,000 +20% |
| 2021 | -- | $35,000 |
| 2020 | -- | $35,000 |
| 2019 | -- | $35,000 |
| 2018 | -- | $35,000 +12.9% |
| 2017 | $726 | $31,000 |
| 2016 | -- | $31,000 +8.8% |
| 2015 | -- | $28,500 |
| 2014 | -- | $28,500 |
| 2013 | -- | $28,500 |
| 2012 | -- | $28,500 +65.7% |
| 2011 | -- | $17,200 |
| 2010 | -- | $17,200 |
| 2009 | -- | $17,200 |
| 2008 | -- | $17,200 +95.5% |
| 2007 | -- | $8,800 |
| 2006 | -- | $8,800 |
| 2005 | -- | $8,800 |
| 2004 | -- | $8,800 +144.4% |
| 2003 | -- | $3,600 |
| 2002 | -- | $3,600 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 14891
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- $128,5002 bd1 ba504 sqft4155 Pre Emption Rd, Watkins Glen, NY 14891Off Market
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Watkins Glen Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 7.6 mi
- 5/10Watkins Glen Central High SchoolGrades: 7-12Distance: 7.6 mi
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.
- New York
- Schuyler County
- Watkins Glen
- 14891
- 4175 Pre Emption Rd
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