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$335,137$142 / 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 Oct 21, 2026

159 FOREST LN

WEST ONEONTA, NY 13861
4
Beds
2 / 1
Baths
2,368 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.
1.21 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1962
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$335K
$264K low$406K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,878 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$191,500 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$50,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$141,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$191,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$273,571

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.36
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
8
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
55
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
90
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
28
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.16 in
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.Raised Ranch
CountyOtsego
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.1980
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.21
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 672 ft²

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

E
Greater Plains Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.7 mi
H
Oneonta Senior High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.2 mi
M
Oneonta Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.2 mi

District: Oneonta City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 13861These 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.140
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 100.47

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.88%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.24%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.275
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.81 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$67,613
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$78,638
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.45°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.42 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

159 Forest Ln 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 more than 79% of homes in Otsego County
  • Bigger than 88% of homes in West Oneonta 13861

What homes are worth in West Oneonta 13861

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

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$99K$497K

This home is worth more than 78% of homes in West Oneonta 13861.

How it measures up in West Oneonta 13861

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in West Oneonta 13861.

Estimated value$335,137
CheaperTypical $231,811Pricier

Pricier than 78% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$142
CheaperTypical $149Pricier

Pricier than 44% of homes nearby

Living area2,368 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,680 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 88% of homes nearby

Lot size1.21 ac
SmallerTypical 1.16 acBigger

Bigger than 51% of homes nearby

Year built1962
OlderTypical 1965Newer

Newer than 48% of homes nearby

How 159 Forest Ln ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWest Oneonta 13861Otsego County
Estimated valuepricier than$335,13778% of homes79% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$14244% of homes53% of homes
Living areabigger than2,368 ft²88% of homes85% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.21 ac51% of homes49% of homes
Year builtnewer than196248% of homes53% of homes

About 159 Forest Ln

How much is 159 Forest Ln, West Oneonta, NY worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 159 Forest Ln, West Oneonta, NY is $335,137 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $264,249 to $406,025. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 159 Forest Ln, West Oneonta, NY?

159 Forest Ln, West Oneonta, NY has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,368 square feet of living space and a 1.21-acre lot.

When was 159 Forest Ln, West Oneonta, NY built?

159 Forest Ln, West Oneonta, NY was built in 1962, making it 64 years old. It is a raised ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 159 Forest Ln, West Oneonta, NY?

159 Forest Ln, West Oneonta, NY is assigned to Greater Plains Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Oneonta Senior High School (high), rated B+; Oneonta Middle School (middle), rated C+. All sit in Oneonta City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 159 Forest Ln, West Oneonta, NY compare to other homes in West Oneonta 13861?

Among the 202 homes in West Oneonta 13861, it is worth more than 78% of them ($335,137 against a typical $231,811), its price per square foot is higher than 44% of them ($142 against a typical $149), it is bigger than 88% of them (2,368 ft² against a typical 1,680 ft²), its lot is bigger than 51% of them (1.21 ac against a typical 1.16 ac) and it is newer than 48% of them (1962 against a typical 1965). Measured against all of Otsego County, it is worth more than 79% 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 159 Forest Ln, West Oneonta, NY?

The 2024 property tax bill for 159 Forest Ln, West Oneonta, NY was $5,878. The county assessed it at $191,500.

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