$380,000

259 River Rd Jay, NY 12941

Estimated payment $2,670/month

Total Views 381
4 Beds
2 Baths
2,179 Sq Ft
$174 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • View of Trees or Woods
  • Deck
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Wrap Around Porch

About This Home

Rustic Adirondack in Jay NY
Welcome to 259 River Street, a charming 3-4 bedroom Adirondack-style home set on 0.9 acres in Jay, New York. Offering 2,179 square feet of living space, this property blends rustic character with generous room to relax, gather, and enjoy all four seasons. Warm wood tones and a classic mountain-home feel, create a cozy, inviting atmosphere, while the flexible floor plan allows for 3 to 4 bedrooms, perfect for guests, a home office, or a bunk room. The spacious layout is ideal for full-time living, a vacation retreat, or a strong rental opportunity. Surrounded by nature and fresh mountain air, the property provides a peaceful setting with easy access to the Ausable River, Whiteface Mountain, hiking, skiing, fishing and all the outdoor adventures the Adirondacks are known for. Conveniently located just minutes from Wilmington and a short drive to Lake Placid. Whether you'er seeking a quiet Upstate escape or a basecamp for adventure, 259 River Street delivers space, character, and location.

Listing Agent

Dick Sampson

Merrill L. Thomas, Inc. License #30SA0475226 Listed on: 01/29/2026

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $8,345

Year Built

  • Built in 1965

Lot Details

  • 0.9 Acre Lot
  • Dirt Road
  • Lot Sloped Up

Parking

  • 3 Car Garage
  • Workshop in Garage
  • Parking Deck

Property Views

  • Woods
  • Mountain

Home Design

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Bi-Level Home
  • Slab Foundation
  • Shingle Roof
  • Block Exterior

Interior Spaces

  • 2,179 Sq Ft Home
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Fire and Smoke Detector
  • Washer and Dryer

Kitchen

  • Self-Cleaning Oven
  • Stainless Steel Appliances

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Block Basement Construction

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Wrap Around Porch

Utilities

  • Private Water Source
  • Septic Tank
  • Internet Available
  • Phone Available
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 17.23-1-2.000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$8,345

Year Built

Built in 1965

Lot Details

0

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.9
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Road Surface Type: Dirt, Gravel
  • Directions: From the four corners in Wilmington, continue on Rt. 86 to Ausable Acres entrance, go 2 miles onto Ausable Drive, make left onto Sawmill Road go 2.6 miles and turn left onto Signor Lane to the end and make a right onto River road apx. 1/2 mile on right, look for double mailbox.
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2179.0
  • Architectural Style: Cape Cod
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Bi-Level
  • Year Built: 1965
  • Appliances Refrigerators: Yes
  • Room Types:Living Room2: Yes
  • Room Types:Dining Room2: Yes
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Spa Features: None
  • Appliances: Built-In Gas Range, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer/Dryer
  • Has Basement: Block, Walk-Out Access
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 2179.0
  • Window Features: Double Pane Windows
  • Basement:Walk-Out Access: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Fencing: None
  • Lot Features: Sloped Up
  • Pool Features: None
  • View: Mountain(s), River, Trees/Woods
  • Waterfront: No
  • Construction Type: Block
  • Foundation Details: Block, Slab
  • Other Structures: Garage(s), Kennel/Dog Run
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Wrap Around
  • Roof: Asphalt, Shingle
  • Window Features:Double Pane Windows: Yes
  • Lot Features:Sloped Up: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 3.0
  • Parking Features: Deck, Workshop in Garage
  • Parking Features:Deck: Yes

Utilities

  • Security: Smoke Detector(s)
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Internet Available, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Water Source: Private, Public
  • Sewer Septic Tank: Yes

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Ausable Valley

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 39204.0
  • Parcel #: 17.23-1-2.000

Rental Info

  • Lease Term: ["Short Term Lease"]

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 8344.6

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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 $8,345 $395,700 $203,600 $192,100
2023 $7,695 $334,900 $132,300 $202,600
2022 $6,695 $275,100 $85,500 $189,600
2021 $6,582 $233,100 $75,000 $158,100
2020 $5,152 $177,100 $46,500 $130,600
2019 $5,130 $177,100 $46,500 $130,600
2018 $5,026 $177,100 $46,500 $130,600
2017 $4,886 $177,100 $46,500 $130,600
2016 $4,374 $174,900 $38,800 $136,100
2015 -- $174,900 $38,800 $136,100
2014 -- $174,900 $38,800 $136,100
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
01/29/2026 01/29/26 For Sale $380,000 -- $174 / Sq Ft
Source: Adirondack-Champlain Valley MLS

Source: Adirondack-Champlain Valley MLS

MLS Number: 206499

APN: 152800-017-023-0001-002-000-0000