Discover a rare luxury country retreat set on 5.16 acres in Athens, NY, where early-1900s renovated farmhouse meets the kind of privacy and scale that feels truly ''Hudson Valley.'' With nearly 3,000 sq ft, 3 bedrooms 3 baths, the home offers flexible, gracious spaces for weekend escapes or full-time living, with room to host, create, and unwind.
Known historically as Marns Farm, this Hudson Valley farmstead is anchored by an original Dutch dairy barn. Set within the rich agricultural landscape of the Athens Flats, the property traces its origins to the early 1800s farming era and is believed to have once encompassed nearly 144 acres of productive farmland. Over generations, the farm evolved becoming part of the region's thriving dairy tradition. Today, this beautifully restored farmhouse and historic barn preserve the character and craftsmanship while offering a rare blend of history, architecture, and sweeping Catskill Mountain views. A legacy property with deep roots in the agricultural history of the Hudson Valley.
List of recent improvements.Full house insulation in attic and basement,
New wall hung boiler and full propane heating system, Wall Hung Boiler - Gas - 95 AFUE 155k, New water heater.
The property is close to Hudson, Coxackie and many other small towns.
Active
Price cut: $10K (8/31)
$825,000
857 Flats Road, Athens, NY 12015
3beds
2,964sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1900
5.16 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$278/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Original dutch dairy barnSweeping catskill mountain views
- 102 days
- 1,072
- 114
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Ruth Gale Realty 845-688-5610,
Richard Greenspan 516-305-2476
Source: HVCRMLS,MLS#: 20262929
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
- Area: 316
- Dimensions: 20 x 15.8
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 255.68
- Dimensions: 13.6 x 18.8
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 205.4
- Dimensions: 13 x 15.8
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 125.06
- Dimensions: 16.9 x 7.4
Dining room
- Level: First
- Area: 311.4
- Dimensions: 17.11 x 18.2
Family room
- Level: First
- Area: 332.76
- Dimensions: 17.7 x 18.8
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Area: 270.34
- Dimensions: 17.11 x 15.8
Heating
- Baseboard, Propane
Appliances
- Included: Washer, Gas Range, Gas Oven, Freezer, Dryer, Dishwasher
- Laundry: Laundry Closet, Main Level
Features
- Beamed Ceilings, Eat-in Kitchen
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
- Basement: Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,964
- Total interior livable area: 2,964 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,964
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Patio & porch: Front Porch, Rear Porch, Side Porch
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s)
Lot
- Size: 5.16 Acres
- Features: Back Yard, Landscaped, Meadow
Details
- Additional structures: Barn(s)
- Parcel number: 87.00426.21
- Zoning: Rural Res
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Farmhouse
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Phone Available, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Athens
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $278/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $263,000
- Annual tax amount: $8,620
- Date on market: 6/3/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/31/2026 | Price change | $825,000-1.2%$278/sqft |
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| 8/13/2026 | Price change | $835,000-1.2%$282/sqft |
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| 7/16/2026 | Price change | $845,000-0.6%$285/sqft |
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| 6/3/2026 | Listed for sale | $850,000+13.9%$287/sqft |
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| 10/31/2025 | Sold | $746,000-6.6%$252/sqft |
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| 8/4/2025 | Pending sale | $799,000$270/sqft |
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| 6/18/2025 | Contingent | $799,000$270/sqft |
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| 6/9/2025 | Price change | $799,000-5.4%$270/sqft |
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| 5/22/2025 | Price change | $845,000-2.3%$285/sqft |
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| 4/23/2025 | Listed for sale | $865,000+119%$292/sqft |
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| 10/28/2024 | Sold | $395,000-20.5%$133/sqft |
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| 1/22/2024 | Price change | $497,000-10.9%$168/sqft |
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| 1/4/2024 | Listed for sale | $557,500$188/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | -- | $53,500 |
| 2021 | -- | $53,500 |
| 2020 | -- | $53,500 |
| 2019 | -- | $53,500 |
| 2018 | -- | $53,500 |
| 2017 | $3,321 | $53,500 |
| 2016 | -- | $53,500 |
| 2015 | -- | $53,500 |
| 2014 | -- | $53,500 |
| 2013 | -- | $53,500 |
| 2012 | -- | $53,500 |
| 2011 | -- | $53,500 |
| 2010 | -- | $53,500 |
| 2009 | -- | $53,500 |
| 2008 | -- | $53,500 |
| 2007 | -- | $53,500 |
| 2006 | -- | $53,500 |
| 2005 | -- | $53,500 |
| 2004 | -- | $53,500 |
| 2003 | -- | $53,500 +7% |
| 2002 | -- | $50,000 |
| 2001 | -- | $50,000 +3233.3% |
| 2000 | -- | $1,500 |
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