40 Pioneer Road, Gardiner, NY, 12525
About This Home
Welcome to a truly one-of-a-kind, architect-designed container home created as a private artist’s retreat in the heart of the Hudson Valley, located in desirable Ulster County. Constructed using one 20-foot container and two 40-foot containers, this custom residence was designed by architect John Nafziger, a protégé of Peter Eisenman, making this home especially appealing to those who appreciate architecture, design, and creative living spaces. Built with both form and function in mind, the home features Corian countertops, a custom Corian kitchen table, cork flooring with radiant heat, and a Warmboard 7-zone heating system, providing exceptional efficiency and comfort. With approximately 8 inches of insulation, the home retains heat extremely well, making it ideal for year-round living or weekend escapes. Natural light fills the space through wall-to-wall windows in every direction, creating a bright and inspiring atmosphere. The home sits elevated on cement supports that form a covered carport below, while the rear patio was constructed with the intention of being enclosed as a future screened-in porch. Inside, the layout offers two loft bedrooms, two full bathrooms on opposite ends of the main level, as well as a separate home office area. A stackable washer and (gas) dryer are conveniently located in one of the baths. Another standout feature is the custom Japanese soaking tub made of red cedar, creating a spa-like retreat within the home. The kitchen is outfitted with quality appliances including Liebherr and ZLINE, along with custom Corian surfaces throughout. Additional features include: Utility room on the lower level Brand new, high-quality septic system Durable Quonset-style metal roof Corten steel siding Elevated construction for both design and practicality. Perfectly situated near some of the Hudson Valley’s most popular destinations, the property offers easy access to New Paltz, Woodstock, Kingston, Mohonk Preserve, and Minnewaska State Park Preserve, known for hiking, art, restaurants, music, and year-round tourism. This unique property is ideal as a full-time residence, weekend getaway, artist retreat, or Airbnb / short-term rental investment. With the continued demand for distinctive vacation rentals in the Hudson Valley and close proximity to New York City, opportunities like this are rare. A truly custom home designed for those who want something different.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Property condition: Actual
- Year built: 2023
Materials
- Foundation: Other,Concrete Perimeter
- Construction materials: Other
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Other
- Property subType: Single Family Residence,Residential
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Cooktop,Dishwasher,Dryer,Gas Oven,Gas Range,Other,Refrigerator,Washer,Gas Water Heater
- Laundry features: In Bathroom
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Features
- Built-in Features,Cathedral Ceiling(s),Eat-in Kitchen,Entrance Foyer,High Speed Internet,Open Floorplan,Open Kitchen,Other
- Window features: Floor to Ceiling Windows,Insulated Windows,New Windows,Oversized Windows,Wall of Windows,Wood Frames
- Flooring: Other
- Attic: None
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Other,Propane,Radiant,See Remarks
- Cooling features: Central Air
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 800
- Total interior livable area: 800 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 2400093.0010004026.0000000
- Special condition: None
Features
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Open,Panoramic,Trees/Woods
Lot
- Lot size: 1.10 Acres
Parking
- Total spaces: 10
- Parking features: Carport,Covered,Driveway,Off Street,Oversized,Private,Unpaved
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Carport: Yes
- Carport spaces: 2
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Inland Flooding
- Lightning
- Strong Wind
- Tornado
- Cold Wave
- Hail
- Hurricane
- Winter Weather
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in Ulster County and New York
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $2,523 | $30,276 |
| Home Insurance * | $169 | $2,028 |
| Property Taxes | $673 | $8,076 |
| Electricity | $246 | $2,954 |
| Total | $3,611 | $43,332 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
New York FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
Avg $/sqft
vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-03-31 | Listed for sale | $549,000 |
| 2021-08-19 | Sold | $35,000 |
| 2021-06-29 | Pending sale | $40,000 |
| 2020-12-06 | Price change | $40,000 |
| 2020-10-14 | Price change | $45,000 |
| 2020-06-05 | Listed for sale | $55,000 |
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