Step back in time with this circa 1860 home located in the City of Cortland. Offering approximately 1900 square feet of living space, this three-bedroom, two and a half bath residence sits on a generous .288 acre lot rich in character and history. The main level features a large great room with a wood burning fireplace, hardwood flooring, a front room with ample shelving that creates the perfect setting for a home library or office, and an enclosed sun porch. The upstairs bedrooms are spacious with hardwood flooring in each room. The historic gazebo belongs to this Civil War-era estate once home to several prominent local figures, including Major General Levi R. Chase, Jr.'s mother, and surgeon Dr. John Edwards Wattenberg. While updates may be needed to bring it back to its original beauty, the home is fully functional as is. It presents a rare opportunity for investors or buyers looking for an affordable home that has tremendous potential. With vision, creativity, and updates, this home is truly a unique space waiting for your personal touch. Property was inherited and is being sold as is.
Pending
$99,900
53 N Main St, Cortland, NY 13045
3beds
1,900sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1860
0.29 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$53/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Wood burning fireplaceHistoric gazeboHardwood flooringEnclosed sun porchLarge great room
- 65 days
- 46
- 2
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Yaman Real Estate 607-753-9644,
Karen Curran 607.753.9644
Source: NYSAMLSs,MLS#: S1702646
Originating MLS: Cortland
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Gas, Radiator(s), Radiant
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Electric Cooktop, Free-Standing Range, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Entrance Foyer, Eat-in Kitchen, Separate/Formal Living Room, Home Office, Library, Storage, Walk-In Pantry, Natural Woodwork
- Flooring: Hardwood, Varies, Vinyl
- Windows: Leaded Glass, Storm Window(s), Wood Frames
- Basement: Dirt Floor,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,900
- Total interior livable area: 1,900 sqft
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Electricity, Garage, Storage, Workshop in Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Exterior features: Blacktop Driveway, Enclosed Porch, Porch
Lot
- Size: 0.29 Acres
- Dimensions: 96 x 131
- Features: Near Public Transit, Rectangular, Rectangular Lot, Residential Lot
Details
- Additional structures: Gazebo, Shed(s), Storage
- Parcel number: 11020008604200020390000000
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Historic/Antique,Two Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Resale,Fixer
- Year built: 1860
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Connected
- Water: Connected, Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, High Speed Internet Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Cortland
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $53/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $105,000
- Annual tax amount: $3,895
- Date on market: 7/30/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 46 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Rehab Financing
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$2,549/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/8/2026 | Pending sale | $99,900$53/sqft |
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| 7/31/2026 | Listed for sale | $99,900$53/sqft |
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Public tax history
Tax history is unavailable.
Monthly payment
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 13045
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Cortland
Source: NYSAMLSs. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.






