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$199,151$273 / 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 90How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $165,000 on Nov 2, 2023

1597 COUNTY ROUTE 5

CHATHAM, NY 12037
2
Beds
1
Baths
729 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.
0.23 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1930
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$199K
$179K low$219K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$165,000 · Nov 2, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,438 (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.$165,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$10,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$155,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$165,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$165,000

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.
9
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
57
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
96
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
21
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

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.Cottage
CountyColumbia
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.2000
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.23
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 · 176 ft²

Transaction History(3)

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
Chatham Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 8.4 mi
E
Mary E Dardess Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 8.6 mi
H
Chatham High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 8.8 mi

District: Chatham Central School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 12037These 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.112
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.84
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.57

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.82%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.23%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.4%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.3,018
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.$92,746
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$118,079
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.45°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.46 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.52%

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How this home compares

1597 County Route 5 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 98% of homes in Chatham 12037
  • Smaller than 98% of homes in Chatham 12037
  • Has a smaller lot than 87% of homes in Columbia County
  • Older than 72% of homes in Columbia County

What homes are worth in Chatham 12037

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

This home
$199K$1.8M

This home is worth more than 2% of homes in Chatham 12037.

How it measures up in Chatham 12037

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Chatham 12037.

Estimated value$199,151
CheaperTypical $474,986Pricier

Pricier than 2% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$273
CheaperTypical $273Pricier

Pricier than 50% of homes nearby

Living area729 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,848 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 2% of homes nearby

Lot size0.23 ac
SmallerTypical 1.48 acBigger

Bigger than 15% of homes nearby

Year built1930
OlderTypical 1949Newer

Newer than 43% of homes nearby

How 1597 County Route 5 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeChatham 12037Columbia County
Estimated valuepricier than$199,1512% of homes2% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$27350% of homes48% of homes
Living areabigger than729 ft²2% of homes3% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.23 ac15% of homes13% of homes
Year builtnewer than193043% of homes28% of homes

About 1597 County Route 5

How much is 1597 County Route 5, Chatham, NY worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1597 County Route 5, Chatham, NY is $199,151 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $179,033 to $219,269. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1597 County Route 5, Chatham, NY last sell?

1597 County Route 5, Chatham, NY last sold on Nov 2, 2023 for $165,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1597 County Route 5, Chatham, NY?

1597 County Route 5, Chatham, NY has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 729 square feet of living space and a 0.23-acre lot.

When was 1597 County Route 5, Chatham, NY built?

1597 County Route 5, Chatham, NY was built in 1930, making it 96 years old. It is a cottage home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1597 County Route 5, Chatham, NY?

1597 County Route 5, Chatham, NY is assigned to Chatham Middle School (middle), rated C-; Mary E Dardess Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Chatham High School (high), rated B+. All sit in Chatham Central School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1597 County Route 5, Chatham, NY compare to other homes in Chatham 12037?

Among the 1,439 homes in Chatham 12037, it is worth more than 2% of them ($199,151 against a typical $474,986), its price per square foot is higher than 50% of them ($273 against a typical $273), it is bigger than 2% of them (729 ft² against a typical 1,848 ft²), its lot is bigger than 15% of them (0.23 ac against a typical 1.48 ac) and it is newer than 43% of them (1930 against a typical 1949). Measured against all of Columbia County, it is worth more than 2% 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 1597 County Route 5, Chatham, NY?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1597 County Route 5, Chatham, NY was $2,438. The county assessed it at $165,000.

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