$339,000
SOLD JUL 8, 2025

1298 Switzkill Rd Berne, NY 12023

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,157 Sq Ft
24.97 Acres

Recently Sold

$157 Per Sq Ft

3% Below List Price

15 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Barn
  • 24.97 Acre Lot
  • Private Lot
  • Second Garage
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • Wooded Lot

About This Home

As of July 2025

OPEN HOUSE 5/10 1:00p-3:00p.
Escape to your own private retreat with this rustic log cabin nestled on nearly 25 acres of beautiful countryside. Whether you're dreaming of a serene homestead, a weekend escape, or a development opportunity, this property offers endless possibilities. Surrounded by nature, the cabin provides a cozy foundation for your vision, with ample space to expand, explore, and enjoy the peaceful outdoors. Don't miss your chance to own a slice of paradise with so much potential to make it your own.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Amanda Guerra

Crystal Coleman Realty LLC License #10401301379 Listed on: 05/06/2025

Crystal Coleman Realty LLC

Last Buyer's Agent

non-member non member

NON MLS OFFICE

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,424

Year Built

  • Built in 1974

Lot Details

  • 24.97 Acre Lot
  • Partially Fenced Property
  • Private Lot
  • Wooded Lot

Parking

  • 4 Car Detached Garage
  • Carport
  • Second Garage
  • Workshop in Garage
  • Driveway
  • Off-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Log Cabin
  • Shingle Roof
  • Log Siding
  • Asphalt

Interior Spaces

  • 2,157 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Primary bedroom located on second floor
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Bathroom on Main Level

Unfinished Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Sump Pump

Outdoor Features

  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Separate Outdoor Workshop

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Septic Tank

Additional Features

  • Green Energy Fireplace or Wood Stove
  • Barn

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Legal Lot and Block 8.000 / 2
  • Assessor Parcel Number 012000 102.-2-8

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,424

Year Built

Built in 1974

Lot Details

0

Parking

4

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Year Built: 1974
  • Directions: MAKE A LEFT 2 MILES AFTER BERNE WESTERLO SCHOOL LOOK FOR SIGN ON SWITZKILL RD OR CR 1
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2157.0
  • Architectural Style: Log
  • Financial Details General Taxes: 2539.0
  • General Taxes Description: Estimated
  • Financial Details School Taxes: 4885.0
  • School Taxes Description: Estimated
  • Lot Size Acres: 24.97
  • New Construction: No
  • Non Member Non Member Name: Francesca Ortolano
  • Parking Features Parking Total: 10.0
  • Three Seasons Room Level: First
  • Full Bathroom Level: Second
  • Half Bathroom Level: First
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second
  • Sale Detail Seller Contribution: No
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Appliances Refrigerators: Yes
  • Flooring:Carpet: Yes
  • Flooring:Hardwood: Yes
  • Appliances Microwave: Yes
  • Architectural Style:Log2: Yes
  • Fencing:Partial2: Yes
  • Levels Two: Yes
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood
  • Basement: Full, Sump Pump, Unfinished, Walk-Out Access
  • Interior Amenities: Walk-In Closet(s), Eat-in Kitchen
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace Features: Bedroom, Wood Burning
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Living Area: 2157.0
  • Bedroom Level: Second
  • Dining Room Level: First
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • Living Room Level: First
  • Bathroom Levels Full Bathroom 1: 2nd
  • Bathroom Levels Full Bathroom 2: 2nd
  • Bathroom Levels Half Bathroom 1: 1st
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Appliances Dishwasher: Yes
  • Basement:Walk-Out Access: Yes
  • Fireplace Features:Wood Burning: Yes
  • Full Basement: Yes
  • Kitchen Features:Eat-in Kitchen: Yes
  • Basement:Sump Pump: Yes
  • Interior Features:Walk-In Closet(s): Yes
  • Appliances Range: Yes
  • Basement:Unfinished: Yes
  • Fireplace Features:Bedroom: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Barn, Lighting
  • Roof: Shingle, Asphalt
  • Construction Type: Log
  • Fencing: Partial
  • Other Structures: Second Garage, Storage, Workshop, Barn(s)
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Front Porch, Porch
  • Waterfront: No
  • Patio And Porch Features:Porch: Yes
  • Lot Features:Wooded: Yes
  • Lot Features:Private: Yes
  • Exterior Features:Barn: Yes
  • Exterior Features:Lighting: Yes
  • Construction Materials:Log: Yes
  • Patio And Porch Features:Front Porch: Yes
  • Patio And Porch Features:Covered: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 4.0
  • Parking Features: Off Street, Workshop in Garage, Carport, Detached, Driveway
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Total Parking Spaces: 10.0
  • Property Detail:Garage Spaces: 4.0
  • Parking Features:Off Street: Yes
  • Property Detail:Parking YN: Yes
  • Parking Features:Driveway: Yes
  • Parking Features:Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features:Detached: Yes
  • Parking Features:Carport: Yes
  • Parking Features:Workshop in Garage: Yes
  • Other Structures:Second Garage: Yes

Utilities

  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Cooling: None
  • Heating: Hot Water, Oil, Wood Stove
  • Water Source: Other
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer Septic Tank: Yes
  • Heating:Oil: Yes
  • Heating:Wood Stove: Yes
  • Heating:Hot Water: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Association/Amenities

  • Parcel Tax HOA:Association YN: No

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Berne Knox

Lot Info

  • Lot Features: Private, Wooded
  • Parcel #: 012000 102.-2-8
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 1087693.2

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 7424.0
  • Tax Block: 2
  • Tax Lot: 8.000

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 6, 2025
Closed on
Jul 8, 2025
Sold by
Animal Farm Foundation Inc
Bought by
Gaffney Stephen Thomas and Simoes-Gaffney Christina
Seller's Agent
Amanda Guerra
Crystal Coleman Realty LLC
Buyer's Agent
non-member non member
NON MLS OFFICE
List Price
$349,000
Sold Price
$339,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,000
-2.87%
Views
126
Current Estimated Value
$389,832

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$50,832
Avg. Annual Appreciation
28.92%
Original Mortgage
$139,000
Outstanding Balance
$138,286
Interest Rate
6.85%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$251,546

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 24, 2025
Sold by
Godby Walter Wayne Max and Godby Wayne Max
Bought by
Animal Farm Foundation Inc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 21, 1991
Sold by
Nasner Francis P and Nasner Eleanor H
Bought by
Goodby Wayne Max
Source: Public Records

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Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Bargain Sale Deed $339,000 The Security Title Guarantee
Bargain Sale Deed -- Smpr Title
Warranty Deed $215,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $139,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
07/08/2025 07/08/25 Sold $339,000 -2.9% $157 / Sq Ft
05/21/2025 05/21/25 Pending -- -- --
05/06/2025 05/06/25 For Sale $349,000 -- $162 / Sq Ft
Source: Global MLS

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $7,424 $185,000 $32,300 $152,700
2023 $7,278 $185,000 $32,300 $152,700
2022 $6,056 $185,000 $32,300 $152,700
2021 $6,252 $185,000 $32,300 $152,700
2020 $6,960 $185,000 $32,300 $152,700
2019 $4,035 $185,000 $32,300 $152,700
2018 $6,701 $185,000 $32,300 $152,700
2017 $7,281 $185,000 $32,300 $152,700
2016 $7,263 $185,000 $32,300 $152,700
2015 -- $185,000 $32,300 $152,700
2014 -- $185,000 $32,300 $152,700
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Global MLS

MLS Number: 202516700

Global MLS

APN: 012000-102-000-0002-008-000-0000