1,926 Sq. Ft.
$195 / Sq. Ft.
1,926
Sq. Ft.
$195
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Opportunity knocks on this quaint Catskills home, set on 2.5 peaceful acres just minutes from downtown Saugerties. Offering a rare chance to finish a renovation to your own taste, the home has already been fully framed with a reimagined primary bedroom and bath, along with HVAC ducting installed throughout. Pick up right where they left off, as much of the heavy lifting is already done with a solid foundation to build on. A three-car garage in excellent condition adds immediate value and everyday...Opportunity knocks on this quaint Catskills home, set on 2.5 peaceful acres just minutes from downtown Saugerties. Offering a rare chance to finish a renovation to your own taste, the home has already been fully framed with a reimagined primary bedroom and bath, along with HVAC ducting installed throughout. Pick up right where they left off, as much of the heavy lifting is already done with a solid foundation to build on. A three-car garage in excellent condition adds immediate value and everyday functionality. Tucked into a quiet, scenic setting, the property offers both privacy and convenience. With the right vision, this has the potential to become a truly standout home in a highly desirable location.
  1. Listed by Charles A Ferraioli • Empire Real Estate Firm LLC
    P: (518)-901-9858 C: (518)-901-9858 chipferraioli@gmail.com

Property Details for 85 Shear Road

Architectural Style
Traditional
Waterfront
No
Parking Total
7.00
LISTING UPDATED: 04/23/2026 09:10 PM

Property Details for 85 Shear Road

StatusActive
MLS #202615591
Days on Market47
Taxes$8,358 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1887
Lot Size2.50 AC / 108,900 SF
CountyUlster County

Location

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Building Information for 85 Shear Road

Stories-Year Built1887Building Size-Lot Size2.50 AC / 108,900 SF

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$2,565 per month

30 year fixed, 6.36% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,868

Property Taxes

$697

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 85 Shear Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Postal City: Saugerties
  • Directions: From I87 S take exit 20 on to NY-32 N. Continue to Shear Rd.
  • City: Saugerties
  • State Or Province: NY
  • Postal Code: 12477
  • County Or Parish: Ulster
  • Latitude: 42.12
  • Longitude: -73.98
Taxes and HOA
  • Association Fee: $.00
  • Association: No
  • Parcel Number: 514889 8.4-5-8
  • Tax Annual Amount: $8,357.73
Parking
  • GarageSpaces: 4.00
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Paved, Detached
School Information
  • School District: Saugerties
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Property
Property and Assessments
  • Possession: At Closing
  • Property Type: Residential,Single Family Residence
  • Property Type Label: Residential
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Secluded, Sloped, Views, Wooded, Garden
  • Year Built: 1887
  • New Construction: No
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1926.0
  • Above Grade Finished Area Source: Public Records
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area Source: Public Records
  • Lot Size Acres: 2.5
  • Lot Size Area: 2.5
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 108900.0
Building Information
  • Living Area: 1926.0
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Window Features: Double Pane Windows
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Other Structures: Garage(s)
  • Exterior Features: Other, Drive-Paved
  • Fencing: Stone, Masonry
  • Laundry Features: In Basement
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Other, Kitchen Island
  • Heating: Baseboard, Electric
  • Roof: Shingle, Asphalt
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Electric: True
  • Basement: Full
  • Construction Materials: Other, Aluminum Siding, Wood Siding
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Yes
  • Appliances: Microwave, Oven, Washer/Dryer
  • Dining Room Type : Dining Area: Yes
Room Information
Room Information
  • Rooms Total: 6
  • Room Type: Family Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Bedroom
Bathrooms
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 1.00
  • Bathrooms Total Notational: 1.00
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Features : Kitchen Island: Yes
Room 1
  • RoomType: Family Room
  • RoomLevel: First
Room 2
  • RoomType: Dining Room
  • RoomLevel: First
Room 3
  • RoomType: Kitchen
  • RoomLevel: First
Room 4
  • RoomType: Bedroom
  • RoomLevel: Second
Room 5
  • RoomType: Bedroom
  • RoomLevel: Second
Room 6
  • RoomType: Bedroom
  • RoomLevel: Second
Unit Information
Unit 1
  • Unit Detail : Kitchen: True

Property History for 85 Shear Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 20, 2026

Listed (Active)

GLOBAL MLS #202615591

$374,900
Mar 7, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1553478326

$315,000
Mar 7, 2025

Sold

HVCR MLS #20243778

$315,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/20/2026

Listed (Active)

GLOBAL MLS #202615591

$374,900
03/07/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1553478326

$315,000
03/07/2025

Sold

HVCR MLS #20243778

$315,000

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Public Records for 85 Shear Road

Taxable ValueLand$79,500Additions$336,000Total$415,500
Tax Record2025$8,303 ($692 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt1,926 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,926 SqFtStories2Lot Size108,900 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1887Zoning04 - FARMCountyULSTERAPN514889 8.4-5-8Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 85 Shear Road

This home is within Saugerties Central School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 6
Public - 7 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - K to 6
Rating
School
Distance
Morse School
PublicK to 6

Saugerties Junior High School
Public7 to 8

Saugerties Senior High School
Public9 to 12

Cahill School
PublicK to 6

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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85 Shear Road is a single family home for sale in Saugerties, NY 12477. This property was listed for sale on April 20, 2026 by Empire Real Estate Firm LLC, it's currently listed at $374,900. It has been on the market for a total of 47 days and was last sold on March 7, 2025. This listing's school district is Saugerties Central School District. Nearby schools include Morse School, Saugerties Junior High School and Saugerties Senior High School. 85 Shear Road is a 3-bed, 1-bath, 1,926 sqft single family home built in 1887.

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