Antique Saltbox Cottage in the Western Catskills for $99K
Kandy Harris | July 6, 2020Don’t get in over your head with a massive fixer-upper; this Margaretville saltbox offers a more approachable renovation opportunity.
Comforting words from the listing might help you decide if you’re taking the plunge: “In need of TLC, but NOT a daunting project.” Like music to our ears! Granted, that doesn’t offer a ton of detail about what you’ll be getting yourself into, but once complete, you’ll have yourself a tidy little Catskills cottage on over a half-acre, just a few miles south of charming Margaretville in Delaware County, NY.
The 1,000-square-foot interior sports lots of wear-and-tear, but it’s also managed to stand the test of time, having stood here since the 1850s. Installing window frames, refinishing the floors, removing the unsightly baseboard heaters, and giving it a fresh coat of paint will make the living room shine…
…and, over in the kitchen, start mapping out how to most effectively use this galley-style space to suit your whims.
Upstairs, there are two bedrooms in various states of repair, both with hardwood floors…
…and, there’s a detached two-car garage with a poured concrete floor and electric begging to be made into a studio or guest house.
Some updates to the house include a new roof, septic/well, heat, and 200-amp electric. The listing might be right: This project doesn’t sound that daunting, after all.
The property is located about three miles south of Margaretville, NY, on the northern side of the East Branch Delaware River.
Can you finish the improvements on this Margaretville saltbox? Find out more about 662 County Highway 3, Margaretville, NY from Catskill Heritage Realty LLC.
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