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Last Sold Price
4 beds1,920 sqft$182/sqft
279 River Rd, Benson, NY 12134
Single FamilyProperty Type
1.6 acresLot Size
1980Year Built
$182/sq ftPrice per sq ft
8 carsParking Spaces

Description

This inviting, woodland retreat offers 210' of waterfront on the Sacandaga River, 1.6 acres, Adirondack views, peace, privacy and potential. Close to Northville NYS Boat Launch on the Great Sacandaga Lake. This classic chalet pairs tasteful modern updates with opportunity to create additional living space in walk-out basement. Updated main level full bath. Open concept kitchen with large island, living room with wood stove and floor to ceiling windows with river views. This great room has direct...This inviting, woodland retreat offers 210' of waterfront on the Sacandaga River, 1.6 acres, Adirondack views, peace, privacy and potential. Close to Northville NYS Boat Launch on the Great Sacandaga Lake. This classic chalet pairs tasteful modern updates with opportunity to create additional living space in walk-out basement. Updated main level full bath. Open concept kitchen with large island, living room with wood stove and floor to ceiling windows with river views. This great room has direct access to spacious covered deck to enjoy the views and ADK wildlife. Two bedrooms on main level and third bedroom with half bath upstairs. Basement with kitchen and wood stove fireplace, also boasts potential for secondary suite, home office or entertainment zone. Book your private tour today!
  • Listed by: Kimberly Kemper 518.727.4059 KimberlyKemper17@gmail.com • Howard Hanna Capital Inc
  • Listed by: Trisha N Fagan 518.256.4975 fagancmk@gmail.com • Howard Hanna Capital Inc
Listing closed: 12/19/2025 12:00 AM • Source: GLOBAL MLS, MLS#: 202520984

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Property Information for 279 River Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $2,888 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • Waterfront Features: Lake/River Across Rd
  • View: River, Hills
  • Architectural Style: Chalet
  • Body of Water Name: Sacandaga River
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Parking Total: 8.00
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1980
  • Lot Size: 1.60 AC / 69,696 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Postal City: Northville
  • Directions: From Route 30 N, take a left on Benson Rd and quick right on River Rd. In just less than a mile, the house is on the left.
  • City: Benson
  • State Or Province: NY
  • Postal Code: 12134
  • County Or Parish: Hamilton
  • Latitude: 43.27
  • Longitude: -74.23
Taxes and HOA
  • Association Fee: $.00
  • Association: No
  • Tax Lot: 18.000
  • Tax Block: 1
  • Parcel Number: 202200 154.016-1-18
  • Tax Tract: 154.16
  • Tax Annual Amount: $2,887.79
Parking
  • GarageSpaces: .00
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Stone, Driveway
School Information
  • School District: Northville
  • High School: Northville
  • Elementary School: Northville
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Possession: At Closing
  • Property Type: Residential,Single Family Residence
  • Property Type Label: Residential
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Private, Sloped, Views
  • Year Built: 1980
  • New Construction: No
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1920.0
  • Above Grade Finished Area Source: See Remarks
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 640.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area Source: See Remarks
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.6
  • Lot Size Area: 1.6
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 69696.0
Building Information
  • Living Area: 1920.0
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Exterior Features: None
  • Laundry Features: In Basement
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Paddle Fan, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Ceramic Tile Bath, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island
  • Heating: Baseboard, Oil, Zoned
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Flooring: Vinyl, Wood, Carpet
  • Basement: True
  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding
  • Cooling: None
  • Door Features: Sliding Doors
  • Cooling: No
  • Heating: Yes
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning Stove, Basement, Living Room
  • Fireplaces Total: 2
  • Dining Room Type : Dining Area: Yes
Room Information
Room Information
  • Rooms Total: 11
  • Room Type: Bedroom, Great Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Full Bathroom, Half Bathroom
Bathrooms
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 1.50
  • Bathrooms Total Notational: 1.10
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Features : Eat-in Kitchen: Yes
  • Kitchen Features : Kitchen Island: Yes
Room 1
  • RoomType: Bedroom
  • RoomLevel: Basement
Room 2
  • RoomType: Great Room
  • RoomLevel: Basement
Room 3
  • RoomType: Kitchen
  • RoomLevel: Basement
Room 4
  • RoomType: Laundry
  • RoomLevel: Basement
Room 5
  • RoomType: Kitchen
  • RoomLevel: First
Room 6
  • RoomType: Living Room
  • RoomLevel: First
Room 7
  • RoomType: Bedroom
  • RoomLevel: First
Room 8
  • RoomType: Bedroom
  • RoomLevel: First
Room 9
  • RoomType: Full Bathroom
  • RoomLevel: First
Room 10
  • RoomType: Bedroom
  • RoomLevel: Second
Room 11
  • RoomType: Half Bathroom
  • RoomLevel: Second
Unit Information
Unit 1
  • Unit Detail : Kitchen: True

Property History for 279 River Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 19, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1927557085

$350,000—
Dec 19, 2025

Sold

GLOBAL MLS #202520984

$350,000—
Oct 28, 2025

Pending

GLOBAL MLS #202520984

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DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/19/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1927557085

$350,000
12/19/2025

Sold

GLOBAL MLS #202520984

$350,000
10/28/2025

Pending

GLOBAL MLS #202520984

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Public Records for 279 River Road

Taxable ValueLand$34,500Additions$88,500Total$123,000
Tax Record2025$1,208 ($101 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,280 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,280 SqFtStories1Lot Size69,696 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1980Year Renovated1980Zoning08 - GOVERCountyHAMILTONAPN202200 154.016-1-18

Schools near 279 River Road

This home is within Northville Central School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Northville Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Northville High School
Public6 to 12

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