#888588, Listing office: Compass Greater NY, LLC
$549,000 List price
689 Albany Post Rd New Paltz, NY 12561
2 beds
1 full, 1 partial
986 sqft
1.0 acres
$557 / sqft
House
Property details
About 689 Albany Post Rd
Charming Riverfront Retreat in New Paltz Welcome to River View Cottage, a picturesque 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom home plus accessory studio cabin nestled on one acre along the Wallkill River in sought-after New Paltz. This property blends rustic charm with modern comfort, offering breathtaking water views and a serene natural setting. Enjoy the open-concept living space with vaulted ceilings, exposed beams, and original hardwood floors. Abundant windows frame panoramic river views, while a wood-burning stove adds warmth and ambiance on cozy winter nights. For year-round comfort, newly installed ductless mini-splits provide efficient heating and cooling. The thoughtfully designed layout of the main house includes two comfortable bedrooms and a full bathroom with in-unit laundry. Step outside the kitchen onto a spacious, recently built bluestone patio, inviting you to dine al fresco while overlooking the expansive yard leading to the river. The outdoor space offers three patios for relaxing and entertaining, a wide lawn with a fire pit, and a shed to store tools. The property has a second bonus unit, a private studio cabin with a full bathroom/shower and deck by the river’s edge, offering the perfect guest retreat, home office, or artist’s studio—all with breathtaking waterfront views. Meticulously maintained property with a brand new roof, newly paved driveway, carbon water filtration system, some new windows, and well-maintained trees. Located just minutes from downtown New Paltz, Main Street Gardiner, the Shawangunk Ridge, Mohonk Preserve, and Minnewaska State Park, this rare riverside gem offers the perfect blend of tranquility and convenience.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingElectric, Oil
StatusActive
CoolingDuctless
Size986 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size1 Acres
Year built1928
ParkingAttached
MLS #861732
WaterfrontRiver Access, Waterfront
ViewMountain(s), Water
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Appliances: Gas Water Heater
- Basement: Yes
- Interior: Cathedral Ceiling(s)
- Total Bedroom Count: 2
- Parking: Attached
- Waterfront: River Access, Waterfront
- View: Mountain(s), Water
- Exterior: Deck, Patio, Porch
- Architectural Style: Ranch
- Heating: Electric, Oil
- Cooling: Ductless
- List Price: $549,000
- Price/SqFt: $556
- Annual Tax Amount: $5,843
- Tax Year: 2021
- Lot: Views, Waterfront
- Year Built: 1928
- Living Area: 986 SqFt
- Lot Size: 1 Acres
- MLS Number: 861732
- MLS Name: ONEKEY2
- Office Name: Compass Greater NY LLC
- Office Phone: (914) 327-2777
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 23, 2015 | Home Sold | $280,000 |
| Jul 09, 2012 | Home Sold | $277,500 |
| May 29, 1998 | Home Sold | $101,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $290,300 | $- |
| 2022 | $290,300 | $- |
| 2021 | $290,300 | $5,843 |
| 2020 | $273,000 | $5,843 |
| 2019 | $273,000 | $8,066 |
| 2018 | $260,000 | $7,656 |
| 2017 | $260,000 | $7,486 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
7
Lenape Elementary School
Public District 3-5
3.2 mi
•1 Eugene L Brown Dr
3
Rondout Valley Intermediate School
Public District 3-6
7.0 mi
•122 Kyersike Rd
5
Ostrander Elementary School
Public District KG-6
7.6 mi
•137 Viola St
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 $101,008. The most common annual income of people living in New Paltz, NY is between $100k-200k. Most families are single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is post secondary degree.
How much money do the neighbors make?
16%
<35k
34%
35k-100k
37%
100k-200k
13%
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
8%
Single, with Kids
27%
Married, No Kids
24%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
12%
<11 yrs old
9%
12-17 yrs old
15%
18-34 yrs old
51%
35-64 yrs old
13%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Hunting
NASCAR
Figure Skating
Where do the neighbors shop?
Dick's Sporting Goods
Dillards
Wal-Mart
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Texas Roadhouse
Cracker Barrel
Hardee's
What do the neighbors drive?
Subaru
Cadillac
Ram
What do the neighbors listen to?
New Country
News/Talk/Information
Classic Country
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 689 Albany Post Rd
The listing price of 689 Albany Post Rd property is $549,000.
The property 689 Albany Post Rd is a house located in New Paltz, New York, 12561.
Active Listing: 689 Albany Post Rd is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 689 Albany Post Rd are: Lenape Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Rondout Valley Intermediate School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Ostrander Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), New Paltz Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Rondout Valley Junior High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), John G Borden Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), New Paltz Senior High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Rondout Valley High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Wallkill Senior High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2021 is $5,843 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on June 23, 2015 for $280,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 689 Albany Post Rd has 2 bedrooms and 1 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 689 Albany Post Rd is 986 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 689 Albany Post Rd is 1928.
This home is located at 689 Albany Post Rd in New Paltz, NY and zip code 12561. This 986 square foot home, which was built in 1928, sits on a 1.00 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 14, 2025 and is currently priced at $549,000.
In June 2025 more than 3 listings in New Paltz, NY were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 0 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 10 were sold below. The number of listings in New Paltz, NY increased by 27.3% between May and June 2025. Listings spent 100 days on the market in June 2025, and had a median list price of $539,000 during the same period.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.