Property Attributes
- MLS#202628630
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountyColumbia
- CityCanaan
- Zip12060
- StyleFarmhouse, Old Style
- Year Built1850
- Taxes$ 3633
- Price$ 249,000
- Bedrooms2
- Full Bathrooms1
- Half Bathrooms0
- Sqr Footage1464
- Lot Size5 Acres
Data Source:
Global MLS (GCAR)
Property Description
Welcome to this charming 1850 post-and-beam country retreat set on 5 peaceful acres in the heart of East Chatham. Rich with character and surrounded by nature, this inviting 2-bedroom home blends historic warmth with flexible modern living--perfect for full-time residents, weekenders, and anyone seeking a creative escape minutes from the Berkshires. Inside, exposed beams, wide plank floors, and sunlit rooms create an atmosphere that feels instantly grounding. The layout offers comfortable everyday living with opportunities to personalize through light cosmetic updates, allowing buyers to add their own style without taking on major renovation projects. A standout feature of this property is the detached, heated ''bungalow/flex space'', equipped with 50-amp service and electric baseboard heat. This versatile building is ideal for an art studio, private office, home gym, wellness space, or a remote-work retreat--a rare amenity that expands how you live, create, and work. Outside, the acreage offers privacy, wooded buffers, and room to explore, garden, or simply enjoy the quiet rhythm of country life. Located along scenic Route 295, you're minutes to Queechy Lake, the Taconic, I-90, and the cultural and outdoor experiences of the Berkshires. A character-rich home with land, lifestyle appeal, and a multi-purpose heated space--this is a special opportunity in one of Columbia County's most sought-after rural corridors. Close to the Berkshires Ski Resorts, Taconic Parkway, I-90. Come see!
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 10/21/2026 | Listed $249,000 |
General Features
| Sewer | Septic Tank |
|---|---|
| Heating | Baseboard,Propane Tank Leased,Wood Stove |
| Cooling | None |
| Possession | At Closing |
| Roof | Asbestos Shingle |
| Appliances | Electric Oven,Range Hood,Refrigerator,Tankless Water Heater,Washer/Dryer |
| Architectural Style | Farmhouse,Old Style |
| Construction Materials | Wood Siding |
| Year Built | 1850 |
| Electric | 200+ Amp Service |
| View | Garden |
| Property Subtype | Single Family Residence |
| County | Columbia |
| New Construction | false |
| Property Type | Residential |
| HOA | false |
| Attached Garage | false |
| Other Structures | Other,Pergola,Workshop |
| Total Rooms | 5 |
| Full Baths | 1 |
| Status | Active |
| Directions | State Route 295 to #1432 watch for sign |
| City | Canaan |
| High School District | Chatham |
| Lot Size Units | Acres |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 217800 |
| Tax Annual Amount | 3633.17 |
| Virtual Tour | https://unbranded.visithome.ai/APS7W9BuyrPdokESh6f6ZN?t=1792536229&mu=ft |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Tax Lot | 77.000 |
| PostalCity | East Chatham |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | Built-in Features,Kitchen Island |
|---|---|
| Basement | Unfinished |
| Flooring | Wood |
| Total Fireplaces | 1 |
| Fireplace Features | Wood Burning Stove,Living Room |
| Air Conditioning Y/N | false |
| Heating Y/N | true |
| Fireplace Y/N | true |
| Above Grade Finished Area | 1464 |
| Laundry Features | Main Level |
| Total Bedrooms | 2 |
| Below Grade Finished Area Source | CRS |
| Above Grade Finished Area Source | CRS |
| Total Baths | 1 |
Exterior Features
| Exterior Amenities | Lighting |
|---|---|
| Parking Features | Off Street |
| Lot Features | Road Frontage,Wooded,Irregular Lot |
| Total Parking | 2 |
| Lot Size Area | 5 |
| Lot Size Acres | 5 |
| Waterfront Y/N | false |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
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