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For sale by owner
  • $199,999

    542 Valley Rd, Jay, NY 12941

    2beds
    1,176sqft
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    Unknown
    Built in 1961
    -- sqft lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $170/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Several sheds for storageFieldstone basementWorkshop in the basement
    AS IS PROPERTY 14 acres of land in the Adirondack mountains. located minutes from the Ausable River and the historical covered bridge in the beautiful Hamlet of Jay New York. There is a beautiful swimming hole with white water rapids. 13 miles to white face Mountain for skiing in the winter and 23 miles to lake Placid which held the 1932 and 1980 Winter Olympics. The area offers an abundance of activities like hiking, fishing, boating and much much more. There is a view of white face Mountain from the back property a beautiful place to build a home. There is a house on the property that is in need of extra love and attention. The house needs minor roof repairs, the fireplace leaks, the kitchen floors need to be replaced, upgrades are needed throughout the home, there is no Septic. Previous owner used propane and woodstove for heat. There is a workshop in the basement. The basement is the garage that can hold one car. fieldstone basement. It is being sold as is and all inspections and surveys will be at the buyers expense. The property also has several sheds for storage or turned into a chicken coop or housing for animals. There is an old cider shed on the property which should contain the old-fashioned cider mill. There are two small sheds in the far back of the property that once were used to boil maple syrup. There may still be some apple trees on the property and plum trees, wild, raspberries, and blackberries and wild grapes. There is about and one and half acres that is considered “dirty” because of old tires and scrap metal dumped in these areas over the years.
    What the owner loves about this home
    What I love about this property is that it gives you beautiful breathtaking views of the Adirondack mountains around. It is in a quiet setting. There is unlimited potential for this land. This is the perfect place to come and unwind, relax and enjoy what nature has to offer.
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    Property Owner (802) 528-6879

    This property is for sale by owner and Zillow, Inc. is displaying it at the owner's request. It is not subject to a listing agreement with Zillow, Inc. or its affiliates.

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 2
      • Bathrooms: 1
      • Full bathrooms: 1
      Heating
      • Other, Propane / Butane, Wood / Pellet
      Cooling
      • None
      Appliances
      • Included: Range / Oven
      Features
      • Flooring: Hardwood, Linoleum / Vinyl
      • Basement: Finished
      • Has fireplace: Yes
      Interior area
      • Total interior livable area: 1,176 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 1
      • Parking features: Garage - Attached
      Features
      • Exterior features: Wood
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: Mountain
      Lot
      • Size: 14 Acres
      Details
      • Parcel number: 152800273113100

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: Unknown
      Materials
      • Wood
      • Roof: Shake / Shingle
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1961

      Community & HOA

      Location
      • Region: Jay

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $170/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $191,400
      • Date on market: 7/29/2026

        Estimated market value

        Not available

        Estimated sales range

        Not available

        $1,599/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        8/3/2026Listed for sale$199,999-23.1%$170/sqft
        Source: Owner Report a problem
        3/23/2026Listing removed--
        Source: Owner Report a problem
        12/23/2025Listed for sale$259,999+133.4%$221/sqft
        Source: Owner Report a problem
        5/28/2004Sold$111,400$95/sqft
        Source: Agent Provided Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025-- $191,400 +4%
        2024-- $184,000 +19.9%
        2023-- $153,400 +4.8%
        2022-- $146,400 +18%
        2021-- $124,100 -0.8%
        2020-- $125,100
        2019-- $125,100
        2018-- $125,100
        2017$3,353 $125,100 -8.2%
        2016-- $136,300
        2015-- $136,300
        2014-- $136,300
        2013-- $136,300
        2012-- $136,300 -2%
        2011-- $139,100
        2010-- $139,100 +3.4%
        2009-- $134,500
        2008-- $134,500 +6.6%
        2007-- $126,130 +7.9%
        2006-- $116,930 +18.3%
        2005-- $98,830 +8.5%
        2004-- $91,120 +11.3%
        2003-- $81,890
        2002-- $81,890 +0.7%
        2001-- $81,320
        Find assessor info on the county website

        Monthly payment

        Estimated monthly payment$1,822
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 12941

        Getting around

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        Car-Dependent
        7 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

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