$4,452 Closing Credit¹
#202513212, Sandi EnglePratt, Listing office: Gore Mountain Real Estate Comp
$749,000 List price
278 Gibson Hill Rd Chester, NY 10918
$8,894
Closing credit¹
4 beds
2 full, 1 partial
3,977 sqft
5.1 acres
$188 / sqft
House
Property details
About 278 Gibson Hill Rd
AMAZING PROPERTY -- offers something for everyone! Gorgeously restored 3,977 square foot colonial farmhouse on 5.1 private acres, and with a pool, 5 bay carport, a 38x40 garage (with it's own entrance from road -- can rent out for income), and so much more! . . . Located in the Warwick Valley School District (and just a half mile to the Warwick town line). Just minutes to all downtown Warwick has to offer, while the eclectic hamlet of Sugar Loaf is literally just around the corner . . . Enter house from classic country porch (which features tin roof), and note the attention to detail, the beautiful hardwood floors, and the rustic feel. Main floor includes living room with wood burning fireplace, formal dining room, recently updated powder room, walk-through kitchen with induction/convection range, warming, salad & freezer drawers and a separate pantry, and into a fantastic family room encased in windows. Upstairs includes all four bedrooms -- the primary bedroom features oversized windows and faux beams, along with a primary bathroom with jetted tub. Other upstairs bathroom with walk-in shower recently updated. Finished walkout basement (928 SF) includes pellet stove. Patio off family room includes hot tub (which wraps around to front of house), walk down to majestic pool area (18x33 half above/half below with custom decking) -- all perfect for entertaining & staycations! Pool area includes screened-in porch. Two outbuildings -- a shed off the pool area (which includes extra power for mig welders and other handyman tools), and a huge 38x40 garage one level down with its own driveway entrance off the road, which is complete with its own boiler (oil heat) & electric meter, 12 feet overhead door, water, loft space, and huge gravel driveway area for big trucks. Perfect for a home-based business, or rent it out! Incredibly efficient home, Peerless boiler, FULL house generator, Tesla solar, two new oil tanks (insulated). Property features 2 streams and a natural pond, plus a conservation easement behind it (so no building ever). Gorgeous & lush landscaping throughout the property. The current owners have taken meticulous care of this great property -- and it shows from the moment you pull in the driveway! Sale includes HOME WARRANTY for one year. Fabulous commuter location, and also close to terrific hiking, skiing, watersports, entertainment, breweries, wineries, orchards, farmers markets, Warwick's annual AppleFest event, and so much more! Must see to fully appreciate all the upgrades & details!
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingBaseboard, Oil
StatusActive
CoolingDuctless
Size3,977 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size5.1 Acres
Year built1988
ParkingCarport, Driveway, Garage, Oversized
MLS #872269
Garage6 spaces
ViewMountain(s), Panoramic, Trees/Woods
Private poolYes
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Appliances: Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Washer
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Hardwood
- Interior: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Entrance Foyer, Formal Dining, Primary Bathroom, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Storage, Walk Through Kitchen, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Total Bedroom Count: 4
- Garage Space: 6 spaces
- Private Pool: Yes
- Parking: Carport, Driveway, Garage, Oversized
- View: Mountain(s), Panoramic, Trees/Woods
- Exterior: Front Fence
- Architectural Style: Colonial, Farmhouse
- Heating: Baseboard, Oil
- Cooling: Ductless
- List Price: $749,000
- Price/SqFt: $188
- Annual Tax Amount: $4,838
- Tax Year: 2023
- Lot: Back Yard, Landscaped, Near Public Transit, Private, Rolling/Hilly, See Remarks, Views
- Year Built: 1988
- Living Area: 3,977 SqFt
- Lot Size: 5.1 Acres
- MLS Number: 872269
- MLS Name: ONEKEY2
- Office Name: Keller Williams Realty
- Office Phone: (845) 928-8000
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 14, 2011 | Home Sold | $339,900 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $227,800 | $4,838 |
| 2022 | $227,800 | $4,838 |
| 2021 | $227,800 | $4,838 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
5
Pine Tree Elementary School
Public District 2-5
4.8 mi
•156 Pine Tree Rd
6
North Main Street School
Public District 2-5
5.0 mi
•212 N Main St
5
Greenwood Lake Elementary School
Public District KG-3
5.0 mi
•80 Waterstone Rd
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $105,754. Most Chester, NY residents have annual incomes between $100k-200k. The most common type of family is married, with kids. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
8%
<35k
38%
35k-100k
39%
100k-200k
15%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
What types of families live nearby?
22%
Single, No Kids
6%
Single, with Kids
32%
Married, No Kids
40%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
17%
<11 yrs old
12%
12-17 yrs old
14%
18-34 yrs old
47%
35-64 yrs old
10%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Skiing/snowboarding
PGA/LPGA
College Football
Where do the neighbors shop?
BJs Wholesale Club
Stein Mart
Best Buy
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Panera
Cracker Barrel
Texas Roadhouse
What do the neighbors drive?
Infiniti
Lexus
Ram
What do the neighbors listen to?
Adult Hits
Oldies
Contemporary Christian
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 278 Gibson Hill Rd
The listing price of 278 Gibson Hill Rd property is $749,000.
The property 278 Gibson Hill Rd is a house located in Chester, New York, 10918.
Active Listing: 278 Gibson Hill Rd is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 278 Gibson Hill Rd are: Pine Tree Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), North Main Street School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Greenwood Lake Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Greenwood Lake Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Warwick Valley Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Monroe-Woodbury Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Chester Academy (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), S S Seward Institute (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Warwick Valley High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $4,838 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on October 14, 2011 for $339,900 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 278 Gibson Hill Rd has 4 bedrooms and 2 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 278 Gibson Hill Rd is 3,977 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 278 Gibson Hill Rd is 1988.
This home is located at 278 Gibson Hill Rd in Chester, NY and zip code 10918. This 3,977 square foot home, which was built in 1988, sits on a 5.10 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 3, 2025 and is currently priced at $749,000.
Chester, NY housing market in May 2025 saw over 8 listings sold above listed price, more than 1 sold at listed price and over 2 sold below. Between April and May 2025, Chester, NY real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 18.2%. In May 2025, listings were on the market for 66 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $532,500.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.