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Secluded and small-town living in Stockton
Hidden amongst the rolling hills of Chautauqua County, the Town of Stockton offers a mix of rural landscapes, quiet country roads and a close-knit community. Established in the early 1800s, Stockton grew as an agricultural town, with farms and homesteads dotting the countryside. Today, that legacy remains, with fields stretching for acres, wooded trails winding through state forests and historic 19th-century homes tucked along scenic backroads. While Stockton is the name of both the overarching town and a small hamlet, the Village of Cassadaga serves as the area's hub, offering local shops, lakeside recreation and a small-town lifestyle. "All of our villages are like towns within a town," says Heather Chase, a real estate salesperson with ERA Real Estate, who grew up in the area and has nearly 10 years of experience in the industry. "They offer a sense of community with events and amenities, while the rest of the town offers rural areas where you can get great acreage for a reasonable price." Throughout the year, Stockton residents can enjoy lakeside summer concerts in Cassadaga, explore state forest trails, or revel in the quiet charm of the countryside. Paired with a CAP Index crime score of 1 out of 10, compared to the national average of 4, Stockton offers rural and small-town living in the heart of western New York.
Cassadaga's Main Street is the closest retail hub to the village of Stockton.
Cassadaga Shurfine in Stockton is a grocery store with a deli and has a traditional Indian buffet from noon till 5pm.
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Cassadaga Lake, Stockton State Forest and other green spaces
Outdoor recreation plays an integral role in the Chautauqua County lifestyle. "You have miles of hiking and snowmobile trails," Chase says. "There are even trails that lead to Canada. Sailing and fishing are huge because of the lakes, and there's hunting season." Cassadaga Lake serves as the community's central gathering place. Amenities include a public beach, picnic areas and a playground. The village is also home to the Cassadaga Country Club, a semi-private 18-hole golf course with a restaurant. In the summer, locals gather lakeside for concerts on the floating stage, and during the winter, the frozen lake is a hub for ice fishing and ice skating. Cassadaga hosts additional events throughout the year, ranging from the Cassadaga Volunteer Fire Department's 100th Anniversary Celebration and Labor Day Festival to winter activities like sledding competitions and polar plunges. Bear Lake Rod & Gun Club Inc. is a members-only shooting range in the hamlet of Stockton. However, surrounding forests are open to the public for hunting, trapping and recreation. A few miles west, the 977-acre Stockton State Forest offers miles of wooded hiking, horseback riding and snowmobiling trails. Twelve miles from the heart of town, Long Point State Park offers additional hiking trails and waterfront access along Chautauqua Lake. The nearby Bear Lake is a significantly smaller, but still very popular, lake for freshwater fishing. Residents are also 15 miles south of the City of Dunkirk, where stretches of sandy beaches, green spaces and marinas dot Lake Erie's shorelines.
There are many trails through the Stockton State Forest and multiple State Parks in the area.
Cassadaga in the town of Stockton has a public beach with a playground, a dock and a gazebo.
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Historic farmhouses, log cabins and colonial-style homes
As the town's commercial hub, Cassadaga is also Stockton's most populous community. This small, compact village features a mix of 19th- and 20th-century homes, ranging from the low-$100,000s to the upper-$200,000s. Outside the village, country roads weave past small clusters of homes within the town's several hamlets while others pass by acres of farmland and woodlands. Housing styles include historic 19th-century farmhouses to 20th-century colonial-style dwellings and the occasional secluded log cabin. Most properties range from the $100,000s to the upper $200,000s, while fixer-uppers can sell for under $100,000. Plots of land are also available. Small 2-acre plots can sell for as low as $13,000, while larger tracts exceeding 100 acres can list for up to $300,000.
Alongside historic farmhouses you can find many ranches in and around Stockton.
Many homes in Stockton feature colonial elements.
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Cassadaga's Main Street and nearby amenities
Cassadaga's tiny Main Street features the local library, a small grocery store and a handful of restaurants and shops. The Stockton Hotel, which dates to the 19th century, bills itself as one of the county's most historic restaurants. Serving lunch and dinner seven days a week, the hotel's Prime Rib Saturdays are a local favorite. Mystic Crossroads is a gift shop showcasing local artisan goods. Down the road, Valley Outdoors caters to hunters and outdoor enthusiasts with its sporting equipment. Across the street, 3 Lakes Café is known for its cozy atmosphere and brunch options, while the Whiskey Hill Saloon offers an extensive drink selection.
Cassadaga Shur Fine offers a small grocery selection and a deli on the village's outskirts. Tops Friendly Markets in Mayville is about 9 miles away for more extensive shopping options. Additional restaurants, grocers and big-box retailers, such as Walmart Supercenter, are located in Dunkirk, about 15 miles north.
Whiskey Hill Salon in Stockton is for people over 21 and cash only.
3 Lakes Cafe in Stockton was voted best coffee shop in Chautaqua County.
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Cassadaga Valley schools and the Chautauqua Institution
The Cassadaga Valley Central School District serves the community and earns a C rating from Niche. Pre-kindergarteners through fifth graders may attend the C-rated Sinclairville Elementary School. Sixth through twelfth graders may attend Cassadaga Valley Middle/High School. In addition to a B-minus rating from Niche, the school offers a small student-to-teacher ratio of 9-to-1. Stockton residents are also 13 miles from the Chautauqua Institution, a world-renowned institute that offers nine weeks of lectures, classes and events during the summer. The Institution was born from a social movement emphasizing adult education in the late 19th and early 20th century. "It was founded as a Methodist Sunday School retreat in 1874," Chase says. "People take pride in it. I'm a fifth-generation Chautauqua, which means my family has been attending the Institution for five generations."
The Cassadaga Valley Middle/High School near Stockton has a B- rating on Niche.
Sinclairville Elementary School near Stockton has 411 students.
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Commutes along Stockton's country roads
Despite its rural setting, the Chautauqua Area Regional Transit System offers public bus service throughout Cassadaga and the hamlet of Stockton. Small-town landmarks, such as Cassadaga's only stoplight, serve as bus stops. Still, many residents rely on personal vehicles to get around. Stockton residents are nearly equidistant from Westfield Memorial Hospital, about 12 miles northwest, and Dunkirk's Brooks Memorial Hospital. Buffalo Niagara International Airport is about 60 miles away via Interstate 90, and Erie International Airport is also about 60 miles away. Other regional thoroughfares include U.S. Route 20 and Interstate 86.
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On average, homes in Stockton, NY sell after 55 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Stockton, NY over the last 12 months is $132,500, up 10% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
For all information call Seller Representative, not Listing Agent. Ariel 908-451-2752This is a fantastic opportunity for those looking to purchase a property with great potential at a competitive price. Whether you're an investor seeking a high-return project, a buyer planning to add value through renovations, or someone looking for an affordable home with room for improvements, this property
One of a kind unique home!! Built into the hillside and partially underground, this partly subterranean berm home is quite the different type of home! One of a kind home and view!! Built up on a hill which overlooks Cassadaga Lake! Just down the road from beautiful Cassadaga Lakes County Club/Golf Course and not too far from the acclaimed 'Red House' victorian manor and the Cassadaga Lakes boat
Two parcels totally approximately 78 acres with a mix of brush and trees. Part of the back acreage is wooded and there is a creek running through the property. Lots of the acreage is in a flood plain and wetlands. All gas, timber and mineral rights will transfer.
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