53 N Main Street, Cortland, NY 13045

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53 N Main Street,Cortland, NY 13045
$99,900
  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 1,900 sq. ft.
  • Single family
  • Pending
Listed by: karen curran
Office: yaman real estate
MLS#:S1702646
Source:NY_GENRIS

Price summary

  • Price:$99,900
  • Price per sq. ft.:$52.58

About this home

Step back in time with this circa 1860 home located in the City of Cortland. Offering approximately 1900 square feet of living space, this three-bedroom, two and a half bath residence sits on a generous .288 acre lot rich in character and history. The main level features a large great room with a wood burning fireplace, hardwood flooring, a front room with ample shelving that creates the perfect setting for a home library or office, and an enclosed sun porch. The upstairs bedrooms are spacious with hardwood flooring in each room. The historic gazebo belongs to this Civil War-era estate once home to several prominent local figures, including Major General Levi R. Chase, Jr.'s mother, and surgeon Dr. John Edwards Wattenberg. While updates may be needed to bring it back to its original beauty, the home is fully functional as is. It presents a rare opportunity for investors or buyers looking for an affordable home that has tremendous potential. With vision, creativity, and updates, this...

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Home facts

  • Year built:1860
  • Listing ID #:S1702646
  • Added:42 day(s) ago
  • Updated:September 12, 2026 at 07:32 AM

Rooms and interior

  • Bedrooms:3
  • Total bathrooms:3
  • Full bathrooms:2
  • Half bathrooms:1
  • Rooms Total:8
  • Flooring:Hardwood, Varies, Vinyl
  • Kitchen Description:Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Walk In Pantry
  • Basement:Yes
  • Basement Description:Full
  • Living area:1,900 sq. ft.

Heating and cooling

  • Heating:Gas, Radiant

Structure and exterior

  • Roof:Shingle
  • Year built:1860
  • Building area:1,900 sq. ft.
  • Lot area:0.29 Acres
  • Lot Features:Near Public Transit, Rectangular, Residential Lot
  • Architectural Style:Historic Antique, Two Story
  • Construction Materials:Wood Siding
  • Foundation Description:Stone
  • Levels:2 Stories

Utilities

  • Water:Connected, Public, Water Connected
  • Sewer:Connected, Sewer Connected

Finances and disclosures

  • Price:$99,900
  • Price per sq. ft.:$52.58
  • Tax amount:$3,895

Features and amenities

  • Appliances:Dryer, Free Standing Range, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Laundry features:Dryer, In Basement, Washer
  • Amenities:Storage

Parking

  • Parking description:Detached, Garage, Storage
  • Garage:Yes
  • Garage spaces:2