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$891,759$415 / 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 93How 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 $450,000 on May 27, 2014

159 SPARKLING RIDGE RD

NEW PALTZ, NY 12561
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,150 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.
1.56 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1988
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$892K
$831K low$952K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$450,000 · May 27, 2014

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$14,931 (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.$472,500 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$124,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$348,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$472,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$821,739

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.41 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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.Contemporary
CountyULSTER
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.2002
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.56
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Basement
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 438 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.

M
New Paltz Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 5.0 mi
H
New Paltz Senior High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.2 mi
E
Duzine School
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 5.2 mi

District: New Paltz Central School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 12561These 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.78
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 100.66

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.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.27%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.24%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.7%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.19,538
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.315 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$88,740
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$107,909
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.58%

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How this home compares

159 Sparkling Ridge Rd 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 93% of homes in Ulster County
  • Costs more per square foot than 90% of homes in Ulster County
  • Bigger than 76% of homes in Ulster County
  • Newer than 77% of homes in Ulster County

What homes are worth in New Paltz 12561

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

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$232K$1.4M

This home is worth more than 87% of homes in New Paltz 12561.

How it measures up in New Paltz 12561

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in New Paltz 12561.

Estimated value$891,759
CheaperTypical $549,161Pricier

Pricier than 87% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$415
CheaperTypical $323Pricier

Pricier than 86% of homes nearby

Living area2,150 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,788 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 68% of homes nearby

Lot size1.56 ac
SmallerTypical 1.3 acBigger

Bigger than 55% of homes nearby

Year built1988
OlderTypical 1971Newer

Newer than 73% of homes nearby

How 159 Sparkling Ridge Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNew Paltz 12561Ulster County
Estimated valuepricier than$891,75987% of homes93% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$41586% of homes90% of homes
Living areabigger than2,150 ft²68% of homes76% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.56 ac55% of homes62% of homes
Year builtnewer than198873% of homes77% of homes

About 159 Sparkling Ridge Rd

How much is 159 Sparkling Ridge Rd, New Paltz, NY worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 159 Sparkling Ridge Rd, New Paltz, NY is $891,759 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $831,355 to $952,163. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 159 Sparkling Ridge Rd, New Paltz, NY last sell?

159 Sparkling Ridge Rd, New Paltz, NY last sold on May 27, 2014 for $450,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 159 Sparkling Ridge Rd, New Paltz, NY?

159 Sparkling Ridge Rd, New Paltz, NY has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,150 square feet of living space and a 1.56-acre lot.

When was 159 Sparkling Ridge Rd, New Paltz, NY built?

159 Sparkling Ridge Rd, New Paltz, NY was built in 1988, making it 38 years old. It is a contemporary home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 159 Sparkling Ridge Rd, New Paltz, NY?

159 Sparkling Ridge Rd, New Paltz, NY is assigned to New Paltz Middle School (middle), rated A-; New Paltz Senior High School (high), rated A-; Duzine School (elementary). All sit in New Paltz Central School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 159 Sparkling Ridge Rd, New Paltz, NY compare to other homes in New Paltz 12561?

Among the 4,864 homes in New Paltz 12561, it is worth more than 87% of them ($891,759 against a typical $549,161), its price per square foot is higher than 86% of them ($415 against a typical $323), it is bigger than 68% of them (2,150 ft² against a typical 1,788 ft²), its lot is bigger than 55% of them (1.56 ac against a typical 1.3 ac) and it is newer than 73% of them (1988 against a typical 1971). Measured against all of Ulster County, it is worth more than 93% 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 Sparkling Ridge Rd, New Paltz, NY?

The 2025 property tax bill for 159 Sparkling Ridge Rd, New Paltz, NY was $14,931. The county assessed it at $472,500.

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