




536 Bates Forest Road, Gilboa, NY, 12076
About This Home
91 ACRES BORDERING NY STATE FOREST -- HUNTING CABIN -- TIMBER INVESTMENT Wild, remote 91-acre forested property in the Catskill foothills directly adjoining 1,137 acres of NY State Forest. A two-story hunting cabin with bunks and a wood stove sits on the property, along with over two miles of ATV and hiking trails and a natural spring. The land is exceptionally private and accessible year-round. The timber stands are high quality. This is a turn-key asset for a timber investor or conservation buyer. The property is enrolled in NY's 480-a Forest Tax Law program, which significantly reduces annual property taxes. IDEAL FOR: Off-grid homesteaders, hunting clubs, timber investors, conservation buyers, recreational retreat.
Getting Around
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Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1974
Materials
- Construction materials: Other
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Other
- Property subType: Cabin,Residential
Interior
Basement
- Basement: None
Bedroom
- Level: First
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Features
- Finished area below ground: 0
- Finished area above ground: 1,408
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: None
- Cooling features: None
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,408
- Total interior livable area: 1,408 sqft
Kitchen
- Level: First
Living Room
- Level: First
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 432800 195.16
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Exterior features: Other
- Has view: Yes
Lot
- Lot size: 91 Acres
- Features: Rock Outcropping,Secluded,Mountain(s),Private,Road Frontage,Views,Wooded,Irregular Lot
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
- Winter Weather
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in Schoharie 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 | $1,441 | $17,292 |
| Home Insurance * | $169 | $2,028 |
| Property Taxes | $446 | $5,352 |
| Electricity | $246 | $2,954 |
| Total | $2,302 | $27,624 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
New York FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
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Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-12 | Listed for sale | $285,000 |
