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5 beds2,408 sqft$135/sqft
5241 Thornton Rd, Ellington, NY 14740
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Single FamilyProperty Type
16.3 acresLot Size
1872Year Built
$135/sq ftPrice per sq ft

Description

Discover a rare blend of historic character, modern comfort, and exceptional acreage with this beautifully renovated 1872 Victorian farmhouse in Chautauqua County. Set on 16.3 acres of open and wooded land, this stately home has been thoughtfully updated while preserving the charm and architectural presence that make it truly distinctive. Inside, you will find five spacious bedrooms and two and a half bathrooms. The main level features an eat in kitchen with a large island, formal dining room, and...Discover a rare blend of historic character, modern comfort, and exceptional acreage with this beautifully renovated 1872 Victorian farmhouse in Chautauqua County. Set on 16.3 acres of open and wooded land, this stately home has been thoughtfully updated while preserving the charm and architectural presence that make it truly distinctive. Inside, you will find five spacious bedrooms and two and a half bathrooms. The main level features an eat in kitchen with a large island, formal dining room, and bright living room with one of two wood burning fireplaces. A first floor primary suite includes a private full bath, offering the convenience of one floor living. Upstairs are four additional bedrooms, including a spacious bedroom with a beautiful bay window overlooking the surrounding countryside. Additional features include main floor laundry, a walk in attic offering abundant storage, and a bonus room and a partial basement with recreation space. Recent improvements include new flooring, updated bathrooms, fresh paint, a new furnace, and modern lighting throughout. Outside, enjoy an open front porch and two rear porches overlooking the property. The expansive acreage includes a partially fenced yard, storage shed, and a mix of open and wooded land. Outdoor recreation is right outside the door, with ample acreage suitable for hunting and wildlife observation. Directly across the road, Clear Creek provides nearby trout fishing opportunities and a scenic natural setting. Located in the heart of the country and within convenient driving distance of Chautauqua Lake, this distinctive property offers a unique combination of historic charm, acreage, privacy, and access to some of Chautauqua County's beautiful outdoor recreation.
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  • Listed by: AnnaMarie Bennett 716.397.4382 annamarie716realtor@gmail.com • ERA Team VP Real Estate
Last updated: 09/02/2026 07:26 PM • Source: New York State Alliance of MLSs (Buffalo), MLS#: R1711513

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Property Information for 5241 Thornton Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $7,313 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Victorian
  • Has Waterfront: No
Building Information
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1872
  • Lot Size: 16.30 AC / 710,028 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Cross Street: Hagerdon Hill
  • Directions: From the center of Ellington drive down Thornton. The house is on the left right after Harris Hill Rd.
  • Latitude: 42.228575
  • Longitude: -79.122654
  • MLS Area Major: Ellington-064000
  • Has Senior Community: No
  • Township: Not Applicable
Taxes and HOA
  • Parcel Number: 064000-288-000-0001-033-000
  • Tax Annual Amount: $7,313.00
  • Tax Assessed Value: 187600
School Information
  • Elementary School District: Falconer
  • High School District: Falconer
  • Middle Or Junior School District: Falconer
Parking
  • Garage Spaces: 0.0
  • Has Garage: No
  • Parking Features: No Garage
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Rectangular, Rectangular Lot, Rural Lot
  • Lot Size Acres: 16.3
  • Lot Size Area: 16.3
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 710028.0
Property and Assessments
  • Building Area Source: Public Records
  • Building Area Total: 2408.0
  • Living Area: 2408.0
  • Property Condition: Resale
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1872
  • Year Built Details: Existing
  • Attic: Walk In
Building Features
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Pex Plumbing
  • Foundation Details: Block, Stone
  • Levels: Two
  • Other Structures: Sheds, Storage
Farm Information
  • Horse Amenities: Horses Allowed
  • Has Horse: Yes
Utilities
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Electricity Connected
  • Water Source: Well
Interior and Exterior Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Appliances Negotiable, Electric Water Heater
  • Basement: Partial
  • Has Basement: Yes
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
  • Bedrooms Total: 5
  • Fireplaces Total: 2
  • Has Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Luxury Vinyl
  • Heating: Propane, Forced Air
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fans, Separate Formal Dining Room, Eat In Kitchen, Separate Formal Living Room, Kitchen Island, Storage, Bath In Primary Bedroom, Main Level Primary, Primary Suite, Programmable Thermostat
  • Laundry Features: Main Level
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Rooms Total: 12
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Fence, Gravel Driveway, Propane Tank Leased
  • Fencing: Partial
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Open, Porch
  • Roof: Metal
  • Stories: 2
  • Stories Total: 2
Multi Family
Multi Family Information
  • Number Of Units Total: 0

Property History for 5241 Thornton Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Sep 2, 2026

Listed (Active)

WNYREIS #R1711513

$325,000
Sep 2, 2026

Listed (Active)

New York State Alliance of MLSs (Buffalo) #R1711513

$325,000
Apr 22, 2022

Sold

New York State Alliance of MLSs (Buffalo) #R1381628

$120,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
09/02/2026

Listed (Active)

WNYREIS #R1711513

$325,000
09/02/2026

Listed (Active)

New York State Alliance of MLSs (Buffalo) #R1711513

$325,000
04/22/2022

Sold

New York State Alliance of MLSs (Buffalo) #R1381628

$120,000

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 5241 Thornton Road

Taxable ValueLand$54,800Additions$132,800Total$187,600
Tax Record2024$4,509 ($376 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt2,408 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,408 SqFtStories2Lot Size710,028 SqFtStyleMiscellaneous ResidentialYear Built1872Zoning01 - NOT ZONECountyCHAUTAUQUAAPN064000 288.00-1-33Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 5241 Thornton Road

This home is within Falconer Central School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 2
Public - 3 to 5
Public - 6 to 12
Private - 1 to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Paul B D Temple Elementary School
PublicPK to 2

Harvey C Fenner Elementary School
Public3 to 5

Falconer Middle High School
Public6 to 12

Caldwell School
Private1 to 8

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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5241 Thornton Road is a single family home for sale in Ellington, NY 14740. This property was listed for sale on September 2, 2026 by ERA Team VP Real Estate, it's currently listed at $325,000. It has been on the market for a total of 0 days and was last sold on April 22, 2022. This listing's school district is Falconer Central School District. Nearby schools include Paul B D Temple Elementary School, Harvey C Fenner Elementary School and Falconer Middle High School. 5241 Thornton Road is a 5-bed, 3-bath, 2,408 sqft single family home built in 1872.

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