$10,000

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197 Happy Ave Bethel, NY 12720

$900,000
3 beds
1 full
1,600 sqft
89.4 acres
$563 / sqft
House

Property details

About 197 Happy Ave

Historic Homestead of Colonel Lemon who was the inventor of adding grooves to tires back in the day. Only 2 other owners. Completely restored 1600 Sf farmhouse overlooking a beautiful pond and nestled on 89.37 gorgeous private acres of woods, streams, fields, all pristine and ready for your complete enjoyment. Large 2 car barn/garage with plenty of storage. All new windows on 1st floor. Completely new kitchen with SS appliances, new flooring, new lighting. New full Bath. Original antique pine covered walls, floors and ceiling's on second level with 3 well sized bedrooms, all with closets and good space for a 2nd bath. FP in living room. Original antique working doors with original hardware. Original pine wide plank flooring in LR and DR. Entrance Room with new washer/dryer and new 200 amp electric panel. New well tank, oil tank and electric. An easy 90 minute drive to NYC and beyond and just minutes from White Lake, Bethel Woods, Lake Superior State park. A wonderful family compound, investment property or sub dividable property.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingExhaust Fan, Central, Fireplace(s), Forced Air, Oil
StatusActive
Size1,600 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size89.37 Acres
Year built1840
ParkingOn Site, Parking Pad, Storage, Gravel, Attached
MLS #20243026
Attached garage2 spaces

Summary

  • MLS Number: 20243026
  • MLS Name: UlsterCounty
  • Office Name: Ruth Gale Realty
  • Listing Agent: Faye Storms

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Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$219,000$10,386
2022$219,000$10,386
2021$219,000$10,386

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

4

Sullivan West Elementary School

Public District PK-6

7.3 mi

33 Schoolhouse Rd

2

Kenneth L Rutherford School

Public District 3-5

9.1 mi

26 Patricia Pl

3

Liberty Elementary School

Public District PK-4

9.8 mi

201 N Main St

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $55,972. Most Bethel, NY residents have annual incomes between $35k-100k. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. Typical level of education for residents in this area is post secondary degree.

How much money do the neighbors make?

30%
<35k
45%
35k-100k
18%
100k-200k
7%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

41%
Single, No Kids
11%
Single, with Kids
34%
Married, No Kids
14%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

11%
<11 yrs old
6%
12-17 yrs old
13%
18-34 yrs old
46%
35-64 yrs old
24%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • HuntingHunting
  • NASCARNASCAR
  • Figure SkatingFigure Skating

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • DillardsDillards
  • Bass Pro ShopsBass Pro Shops
  • Wal-MartWal-Mart

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Cracker BarrelCracker Barrel
  • Hardee'sHardee's
  • ApplebeesApplebees

What do the neighbors drive?

  • CadillacCadillac
  • GMCGMC
  • RamRam

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • News/Talk/InformationNews/Talk/Information
  • Classic CountryClassic Country
  • New CountryNew Country
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

Frequently asked questions

About 197 Happy Ave

This home is located at 197 Happy Ave in Bethel, NY and zip code 12783. This 1,600 square foot home, which was built in 1840, sits on a 89.37 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since December 6, 2024 and is currently priced at $900,000.

Bethel, NY housing market in January 2025 saw over 0 listings sold above listed price, more than 0 sold at listed price and over 3 sold below. The number of listings in Bethel, NY decreased by 12.7% between December and January 2025. Listings spent 236 days on the market in January 2025, and had a median list price of $265,000 during the same period.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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