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$87,972$74 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 79How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $35,000 on Dec 8, 2016

13875 STATE ROUTE 38

STERLING, NY 13156
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,191 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
4.7 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1890
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$88K
$69K low$107K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$35,000 · Dec 8, 2016

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$664 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$91,400 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$40,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$50,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$91,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$91,400

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.12 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Traditional/Old
CountyCayuga
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1975
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.4.70
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 140 ft²

Transaction History(1)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Margaret W Cuyler Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 4.9 mi
M
Red Creek Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 5.0 mi
H
Red Creek High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.0 mi

District: Red Creek Central School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 13156These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.125
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.93
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.44

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.69%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.15%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.17%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.2,233
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.69 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$61,570
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$79,251
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.47°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.40 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.49%

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How this home compares

13875 State Route 38 measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth less than 95% of homes in Cayuga County
  • Costs less per square foot than 91% of homes in Sterling 13156
  • Smaller than 77% of homes in Cayuga County
  • Has a bigger lot than 81% of homes in Cayuga County
  • Older than 83% of homes in Sterling 13156

What homes are worth in Sterling 13156

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

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$54K$641K

This home is worth more than 7% of homes in Sterling 13156.

How it measures up in Sterling 13156

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Sterling 13156.

Estimated value$87,972
CheaperTypical $221,725Pricier

Pricier than 7% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$74
CheaperTypical $140Pricier

Pricier than 9% of homes nearby

Living area1,191 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,426 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 35% of homes nearby

Lot size4.7 ac
SmallerTypical 1.3 acBigger

Bigger than 72% of homes nearby

Year built1890
OlderTypical 1968Newer

Newer than 17% of homes nearby

How 13875 State Route 38 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSterling 13156Cayuga County
Estimated valuepricier than$87,9727% of homes5% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$749% of homes11% of homes
Living areabigger than1,191 ft²35% of homes23% of homes
Lot sizebigger than4.7 ac72% of homes81% of homes
Year builtnewer than189017% of homes22% of homes

About 13875 State Route 38

How much is 13875 State Route 38, Sterling, NY worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 13875 State Route 38, Sterling, NY is $87,972 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $69,428 to $106,516. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 13875 State Route 38, Sterling, NY last sell?

13875 State Route 38, Sterling, NY last sold on Dec 8, 2016 for $35,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 13875 State Route 38, Sterling, NY?

13875 State Route 38, Sterling, NY has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,191 square feet of living space and a 4.70-acre lot.

When was 13875 State Route 38, Sterling, NY built?

13875 State Route 38, Sterling, NY was built in 1890, making it 136 years old. It is a traditional/old home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 13875 State Route 38, Sterling, NY?

13875 State Route 38, Sterling, NY is assigned to Margaret W Cuyler Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Red Creek Middle School (middle), rated B-; Red Creek High School (high), rated C-. All sit in Red Creek Central School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 13875 State Route 38, Sterling, NY compare to other homes in Sterling 13156?

Among the 1,227 homes in Sterling 13156, it is worth more than 7% of them ($87,972 against a typical $221,725), its price per square foot is higher than 9% of them ($74 against a typical $140), it is bigger than 35% of them (1,191 ft² against a typical 1,426 ft²), its lot is bigger than 72% of them (4.7 ac against a typical 1.3 ac) and it is newer than 17% of them (1890 against a typical 1968). Measured against all of Cayuga County, it is worth more than 5% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 13875 State Route 38, Sterling, NY?

The 2025 property tax bill for 13875 State Route 38, Sterling, NY was $664. The county assessed it at $91,400.

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