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
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
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
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Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-12 | Listed for sale | $285,000 |
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